Tuesday 19 April 2016

Cool down heat rashes

Come summers and along with it comes scorching heat,  profuse sweating and heat rashes!
Heat rashes give an unsightly look and it can occur to babies and adults as well. The main cause of heat rashes is clogged sweat pores. During the heated summer days, when the body tries to cool itself down, it happens through sweating. But when the sweat pores are blocked, sweat along with bacteria combine to form itchy red bumps on the skin.It causes a lot of discomfort and worry to the person affected.
Heat rashes can range from mild skin colors bumps that subside on their own in a couple of days to severe ones which needs medical attention.
There are certain factors that aggravate the severity of heat rashes. They are listed below:
High temperature with humidity
Tight , non breathable garments
Sunburn with excessive sweating
Use of body oils/ cream that cause irritation and sweating
keeping yourself hydrated is the key to regulate your body temperature

In severe case, doctor's help should be sought. But in case of mild form some home remedies come at great rescue. And these also help prevent heat rashes.
taking cool shower, avoiding going out in heat , staying in comfortable temperature and wearing loose breathable fabrics do help in preventing heat rashes.
However, if mild heat rash has already occurred, following home remedies can be followed.

Rubbing ice cubes can be really soothing
Applying pure aloe vera gel frequently on the heat rashes does wonders in alleviating them
Taking the last rinse with cooled pre-boiled neem water , has germicidal effect which precludes any sort of infection .
calamine lotions can bring about relief in itching and irritation.

Take precaution and care and enjoy your summers to the fullest!




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