What should I do to prevent and treat skin allergies

Condition analysis:
First, try to avoid using products you know you are allergic to. If you are not quite sure what particular substance is causing allergy in you, visit a dermatologist and have allergy tests made. Ask your dermatologist of the proper treatment;

Second, take a proper care of your skin during the flare-ups of skin allergy condition. Prevent skin allergies by not allowing allergens to enter the outer layer of your skin by using shielding lotions. Shielding lotions bond with the outmost layer of the skin, converting it into what works like an invisible shield, keeping irritants out while sealing skin’s natural moisture and preventing skin from dehydration.

Instructions:
1. Peppermint Leaves
Peppermint is great for bug bites and itching, as it provides a cooling sensation that’ll give you welcome relief.

How to use it: The quickest, easiest way is to crush up the leaves and rub the peppermint directly onto the skin. You could even freeze the crushed peppermint leaves into ice cubes for a cooling double-whammy, as the cold of the ice cubes also helps to numb the affected area and bring down swelling and inflammation. Always use clean, filtered water.
 
2. Fresh Basil Leaves
Basil leaves contains anti-itch compounds called camphor and thymol. This is my personal go-to trick for bug bites, as it’s so quick and easy. Plus, rubbing the leaf onto the skin satisfies the compulsive urge to scratch.

How to use it: Crush up the leaves and rub directly onto the skin.