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Drug reactions, poison ivy, poison oak, grass, medications, kidney\/liver disorders, insect bites, hives, skin disorders, skin infections, fungal infections, irritating fabrics, eczema<\/a>, dermatitis, psoriasis<\/a>, lupus rash, hemorrhoids<\/a>, viral rashes… The list goes on.\u00a0There are a lot of reasons why we may suffer itchy skin.<\/p>\n While this post won’t (and can’t really) cover every cause of itching, at least we can address some of the main<\/a> culprits. And most importantly – provide you with some oils and recipes that will give you some relief right now.<\/p>\n Below you’ll find some of the top-rated essential oils for itchiness \/ Pruritis. Stick around for some recipes that put these oils to use!<\/p>\n Containing powerful healing properties, myrrh oil soothes itchy, chapped and cracked skin. It also eases eczema, and psoriasis symptoms alleviate rashes and reduce stress marks. Myrrh is also useful for fungal infections like ringworm, athlete’s foot, and thrush.<\/p>\n Lavender provides excellent anti-inflammatory and antiseptic qualities for the treatment of itchy skin. It reduces swelling, redness and hydrates skin – reducing dry skin conditions, rashes, and sunburns. In addition to soothing irritation, it also speeds up the healing process.<\/p>\n Also, if bug bites are the cause of your itchiness then make sure to keep your lavender on hand as it’s an excellent insect repellent!<\/p>\n Eucalyptus oil contains potent antiseptic qualities which protect against infection. It should be used primarily in instances of infection, whether it be viral, bacterial or other.<\/p>\n Peppermint is a versatile oil that’s known to help with itching.<\/p>\n Some ways to use it:<\/p>\n Frankincense is a great overall skin tonic. It is useful for mature and oily skin and helps to improve skin tone, smooth and soften wrinkles and balance sebum levels. It ensures maintenance of skin elasticity and cleanses and tightens open pores.<\/p>\n Tea tree contains a variety of anti-viral, anti-fungal, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory benefits making it a potent skin healer. It’s great for itching, cold sores, athlete’s foot, warts, acne, insect\u00a0bites, blisters, boils, thrush, cystitis, and burns.<\/p>\n Sandalwood is a powerful anti-ager and skin-supportive oil. It helps skin retain moisture, calms dilated capillaries and provides relief from inflammation and tension. In addition to treating and reducing itching sandalwood also supports acne, rosacea, dry skin, insect bites and scar tissue.<\/p>\n Palmarosa has excellent skin care properties. It is useful for treating eczema, dermatitis, scar tissue, stretch marks, and wrinkles. Palmarosa has a balancing and hydrating effects on the skin and helps to balance sebum production in both oily and dry skin. Palmarosa is especially effective for dry skin that’s causing itchiness.<\/p>\n Patchouli’s antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic qualities make an excellent choice for skin conditions that cause itchiness. It helps clear congested skin, prevent infection and ease inflammation around blemishes. It’s also a good oil for healing cracked skin as it stimulates the regeneration of skin cells.<\/p>\n Niaouli is yet another well known effective skin healing oil. Its skin tonic qualities make it a great oil for itchy skin and essentially any other skin and joint complaint!<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n (Makes enough for about 8 baths)<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Treatment:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Application:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n Directions:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Aloe vera is an incredibly moisturizing, anti-inflammatory plant. It’s also antibacterial, antifungal and contains a solid dose of vitamin E.\u00a0Aloe takes the crown as one of the most effective skin soothers in the plant world.\u00a0Applying the gel on your skin will instantly help reduce any and all skin irritation – including mild to severe itching.<\/p>\n It’s best if you have fresh aloe. If you do, just break a leaf from the plant, cut the side (lengthwise) with a sharp knife then scoop out all the gel with a spoon. Apply directly to your skin, leave it on for 15 minutes then rinse off with lukewarm water.\u00a0If you don’t have access to an aloe plant, you can order some 100% pure aloe gel<\/a> online.<\/p>\n Another way to apply aloe vera for itching is to make a paste with it using bentonite clay. Simply mix one tablespoon of aloe vera with two tablespoons of green clay. Apply it to any itchy area. Let it dry and rinse off with lukewarm water when finished.<\/p>\n Since I just mentioned using clay with aloe vera, let’s go over another synergistic clay application that works great for remedying itchiness.<\/p>\n AVC (apple cider vinegar) is also a great source of itch relief. You can use it on its own, or you can mix it with bentonite clay\u00a0and combine the itch fighting powers of both.<\/p>\n How to use:<\/strong><\/p>\n Mix up some bentonite clay<\/a> in a bowl with a bit of AVC until it has a creamy consistency then dab it on your itchy spots and rub it in. Let it dry, then when you’re ready to wash it off.<\/p>\n Coconut oil is one of the magic medicines that can work wonders when applied both internally and externally.<\/p>\n No matter what’s causing your itch, coconut oil can help you.<\/p>\n The best way to use coconut oil for itchiness is to rub a small amount of oil directly onto the affected area(s). I recommend fractionated coconut oil<\/a> if you’re in a cold climate, or regular cold pressed coconut oil<\/a> if you’re in a warmer climate.<\/p>\n If your whole body is itchy do a bath soak, pat yourself dry and then rub your coconut oil all over after.<\/p>\n Baking soda has long been used as a home remedy for rashes and itchy skin. It has a soothing effect due to its anti-inflammatory properties. It also neutralizes acids which also aid in itch relief.<\/p>\n For this method simply apply a paste of baking soda (1 part water to 3 parts baking soda<\/a>) to itchy areas of your skin. Leave it on for about 10 minutes.<\/p>\n You can also add baking soda to a bath. Simply add one cup of baking soda to a bath of cool or warmed water. Stir it well to distribute evenly and soak for about half an hour. Pat dry instead of rubbing with a towel.<\/p>\n NOTE: The baking soda method should only be applied when your skin is unbroken.<\/p>\n Oatmeal baths are another longtime home remedy for the skin.<\/p>\n10 Essential oils for Itching \/ Pruritis<\/h2>\n
Myrrh<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nLavender<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nEucalyptus<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nPeppermint<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Frankincense<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nTea Tree<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nSandalwood<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nPatchouli<\/a><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n5 Essential Oil Blends for Itching \/ Pruritis<\/h2>\n
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Lavender Vinegar Bath<\/h3>\n
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Heat Rash (Prickly Heat)<\/h2>\n
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Essential Oil \/ Rose Water Heat Rash Blend<\/h3>\n
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Anti Itch Wash Blend<\/h3>\n
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Anti-itch Oil Blend<\/h3>\n
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Additional (Non-Essential Oil) Recommendations & Remedies for Itching<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nAloe Vera<\/a><\/h3>\n
AVC Infused Bentonite Clay<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nCoconut oil<\/h3>\n
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Colloidal oatmeal<\/h3>\n
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