Skin

We generally experience facial sweating in summer season or after a heavy workout. But some people suffer from facial sweating throughout the year without any physical exertion or at cool environment due to a disorder called hyperhidrosis.

Sweating is a mechanism performed by the body to regulate its temperature. Sweating (especially facial sweating) is beneficial for the skin, as the pores don’t get clogged and skin can be able to breathe properly but excessive sweating is quite embarrassing and troublesome.

Nearly 8 million people in the United States are suffering from this hyperhidrosis problem. In a study conducted by the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHHS), most people felt even more embarrassing of taking about excessive sweating than acne or obesity.

People suffering from diabetes, obesity, hyperthyroidism, heart problems, etc. are more prone to sweating. Although, the overactive sympathetic nervous system is one main cause for this excessive sweating. The other factors that trigger excessive sweating, including facial sweating is

Causes of Excessive Facial Sweating:

• Heat or warm environments
• Anxiety and Stress
• Reaction to certain medications
• Physical strain like exercises
• Hereditary
• Emotional reactions like anger
• Pregnancy due to hormonal imbalance
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Thyroid problems, poor circulation or any other underlying health issues

However, there are many OTC medications or cosmetic treatments available to get rid of the excessive sweating, but the usage of natural effective home remedies will provide long lasting results without any side effects on the skin.

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Excessive Facial Sweating:

You can easily control the excessive facial sweating and make your makeup or beauty last for longer by following the below mentioned simple home remedies. These remedies are quite effective and safe to use even in a longer run.

Remedy – 1: (Witch Hazel)

Witch hazel contains catechins, flavonoids, tannins, gallic acid and other essential oils that act as a potent sweat fighter to prevent you from getting excessive sweating. It also has a strong astringent property that helps to shrink the skin pores and thereby prevent you from this sweating on the face and other body parts.

• Take a clean cotton ball and soak in witch hazel for few seconds.
• Then take out the ball and squeeze to remove excess (if any).
• Apply a thin layer on the face and be sure that not to apply too much of this mix, as it causes skin dryness and irritation if applied too much quantity.
• Let it sit for about 15 – 20 minutes and rinse off with water.
• Pat dry the skin and repeat the same process regularly to get complete relief from excessive facial sweating.

Remedy – 2: (Green Gram)

Green gram or besan will absorb the extra moisture from the skin and prevent the overactivity of sweat glands to get rid of excessive facial sweating.

• Roast some green gram and grind it to make a fine powder.
• Then mix 1 teaspoon of this powder with some raw milk (unboiled).
• Stir well to make a fine paste and apply it on the face.
• Allow it to sit for few minutes until semi-dry.
• Finally, rinse the applied area with water and dry the skin with a soft clean towel.
• Continue this process daily for 15 – 20 days to cure your facial sweating.

Remedy – 3: (Ice Cubes)

Applying ice or using cold water will help to shrink the skin pores and prevent overactivity of sweat glands to get rid of excessive facial sweating.

• Take an ice cube and place it in muslin.
• Wrap it and use it to wipe your face thoroughly.
• Continue this process for 2 – 3 times daily to cure excessive facial sweating.

Note: Or simply splash some cold water on your face to control excessive sweat and keep it fresh and clean.

Remedy – 4: (Cucumber Juice)

The natural astringent property of cucumber will help to control excessive facial sweating by shrinking the skin pores.

• Take a cucumber and extract its juice by using a blender or food processor.
• Refrigerate this cucumber juice for few minutes and apply it on the face by using a cotton swab.
• The cooling sensation produced by applying cucumber juice will shrink the pores and makes you feel fresh.
• Leave the juice for few minutes on the skin to get dried completely and rinse it off with water.
• Pat dry the skin and store the remaining juice in the refrigerator which can last for 3 – 4 days.
• Regular application will definitely help you in getting rid of the facial hyperhidrosis.

Remedy – 5: (Tea Tree Oil)

Tea tree oil has astringent and antimicrobial properties that help to shrink the skin pores causing excessive sweating along with killing the bacteria causing excessive sweating.

• Pour 7 – 8 drops of tea tree oil in 1/2 cup of water.
• Stir well and apply it on the facial area by using a clean cotton ball.
• Leave it for few minutes to get dried completely.
• Wash the area with water and dry the skin gently.
• Follow this process regularly until you get complete relief from excessive sweating on the face.

Remedy – 6: (Chamomile)

Being a rich source of astringent, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory property, this chamomile helps to relieve your excessive sweating. It constricts the sweat glands and deodorizes the skin to counteract the odor. It also clears the bacteria and other microbes causing sweat and body odor.

Here are few ways of using chamomile for treating facial sweating.

• Add 1 teaspoon of chamomile in 1 cup of hot water and let it steep for few minutes. Then strain the tea to drink for getting relief from sweating. Regular intake of this chamomile tea will definitely help you to cure excessive sweating.
• Simply prepare a chamomile tea by steeping 1 teaspoon of chamomile in 1 cup of hot water (as mentioned above) and let it cool completely. Then apply it on the sweat areas by using a cotton ball. Leave for few minutes and rinse with water.
• Pour few drops of chamomile essential oil in your bathtub, which is filled with warm water. Soak in this water for about 5 – 10 minutes. Take this chamomile bath daily or in every alternate day to get relief from hyperhidrosis.

Remedy – 7: (Apple Cider Vinegar)

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) helps to balance your pH levels of the body and also constrict the sweat glands to reduce the sweat production in the body with its natural astringent property.

Here are 2 ways of using ACV for treating excessive facial sweating.

• Internal Process – Mix 1 tablespoon of organic, unfiltered ACV and 1 teaspoon of raw honey in 1 cup of warm water. Stir well and consume this ACV drink for twice daily to cure the problem. For best results, drink this water on an empty stomach to control the excessive perspiration on the face and body.
• External Application – Rinse your face and dry it with a soft towel. Then apply a little of ACV on the facial area by using a cotton ball at night before bedtime. Leave it for overnight and in the morning take your shower to get rid of excessive sweating. If you’ve dry or sensitive skin then dilute ACV with water before application. Repeat it regularly.

Remedy – 8: (Sage Tea)

Sage acts as a natural antiperspirant and astringent due to the presence of tannins that helps to constrict the facial sweat glands and thereby prevents you from excessive sweating.

You can use sage either by mixing the sage extracts in the fruit juice (or) take it orally (or) apply it topically where you suffer from excessive perspiration. But the easy and most effective way is to use sage tea to control this hyperhidrosis.

• Place a sage tea bag (1 teaspoon of dried sage) in 1 cup of hot water.
• Let it steep for about 4 – 6 minutes and take out the bag from the water.
• If using dried sage then strain the tea by using a strainer.
• Consume this sage tea for twice daily until you observe a noticeable reduction in your facial sweating.

Note:

• Or simply rinse your face with sage tea to control the facial sweating.
• Alternatively, use other herbal teas or black tea (which are enriched with tannins) to rinse your face for controlling the production of excessive sweating.

Remedy – 9: (White Sandalwood)

In Ayurveda, white sandalwood powder is an effective remedy used to control sweating due to its enzymes which absorb the extra moisture from the skin. The aromatic fragrance of this powder will help to prevent the body odor that caused due to excessive sweating.

• Add some fresh lemon juice, rose water and 1 tablespoon of white sandalwood powder in a bowl.
• Stir well to make a fine paste and rinse the face with cool water.
• Dry it gently with a soft towel and apply this white sandalwood paste on the face.
• Let it dry completely and rinse it off with warm water.
• Repeat the same process daily until you get complete relief from the problem.

Remedy – 10: (Diet)

Along with the external remedies, you should take proper care on dealing with internal issues that result in hyperhidrosis. Diet is one main cause for excessive sweating and here are some of the diet changes which you have to include in your daily diet to get rid of hyperhidrosis.

• Reduce the salt intake, as it increases the sweating by enhancing water level in the body. So, avoid adding extra salt to your recipes, soups or salads.
• Drink plenty of water (cool water) and other healthy fresh juices, smoothies, coconut water, buttermilk, herbal teas, etc. in your diet to reduce the perspiration.
• Avoid the intake of full-fat milk, tea, and coffee in excess quantities, as they promote perspiration and make you feel sweaty all the time.
• Stay away from the junk, fast, oily or spicy foods and over processed foods and consume a healthy diet includes soups and salads.
• Drink 1 – 2 glasses of wheatgrass juice daily to neutralize the acids and to dilute toxins from the body, which in turn helps to reduce unwanted sweating from the body. The vitamin B and other nutrients help to regulate the body temperature and thereby control excessive sweating.
• Consume foods that are rich in zinc and magnesium that helps to control your stress and anxiety and thereby clears excessive sweating.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Talcum powder is effective in absorbing excessive sweat from the face and body. Simply apply some on the face for twice daily to keep it dry and clean.
2. Avoid the application of heavy oil-based lotions or creams on the face, especially in warm environments why because they aggravate sweating and may result in getting acne and other skin disorders.
3. Always choose water-based lotions or moisturizers and use them in small quantities. Prefer to apply it in the evening or night time when the temperature is less or cool.
4. In case, if you didn’t get any relief from excessive sweating (or if any recurrence) then make sure to consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment, as it can be due to any underlying health problem.
5. Usage of chemical-based antiperspirants or deodorants will give rise to acne and other skin breakouts when used on the face. For people with sensitive skin, it results in allergic reactions as well.
6. Quit smoking and reduce the intake of alcohol, caffeine, and its beverages, as they promote perspiration.
7. Obesity or overweight is one main reason that causes sweating. So, try to maintain a healthy weight to prevent this sweating along with other health issues.
8. Rinse your face with cool water (especially after a heavy workout or physical strain) and dry it with a soft towel. Also, wear loose cotton clothes (which absorb sweat easily) and avoid stepping in the sun, especially during peak hours of sun’s intensity.
9. Reduce your stress and anxiety levels by performing yoga, meditation, and deep breathing exercises to get rid of many health problems, including excessive sweating.
10. Applying aloe vera gel directly on the face will help to regulate excessive sweating with its soothing, cooling and astringent property. Repeat it regularly until you get rid of the problem.

Final Word:

Most people are choosing natural remedies to get relief from their problems without any side effects. Hope you’ll give a trial to these natural home remedies for excessive facial sweating. Do you know any other successful natural ways to get rid of facial sweating? Then share it with us in the below comments box.

Whenever the hair follicles become inflamed with either bacterial or fungal infections then you will experience a skin condition called folliculitis. It appears as red bumps or white-headed pimples around the hair follicles. The infection spreads and turns into non-healing sores on the skin.

However, this health condition is not life-threatening but it can be itchy, painful and embarrassing on the skin. Make sure to consult your doctor if you experience more serious or recurring folliculitis for proper diagnose, treatment and medications.

There are two main types of folliculitis – superficial (involves part of the follicle) and deep (involves the entire follicle) in which deep folliculitis are severe form.

Forms of superficial folliculitis include bacterial folliculitis (caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria), hot tub or Pseudomonas folliculitis (caused by Pseudomonas bacteria that develop a rash of red round and itchy bumps), razor bumps or pseudofolliculitis barbae (skin irritation caused by ingrown hair affects mostly men on the face, neck and groin areas of the skin) and pityrosporum folliculitis (caused by yeast infection that occurs as red itchy pustules on the neck, chest, back, upper arms and face).

Forms of deep folliculitis include boils or furuncles and carbuncles (caused when the hair follicles become deeply infected with staph bacteria), gram-negative folliculitis (develops as a side effect for taking long-term antibiotic therapy for acne), sycosis barbae (affects makes who have begun to shave), eosinophilic folliculitis (caused to the people with HIV/AIDS that has intense itching and recurring patches of bumps).

The signs and symptoms of folliculitis include clusters of small red bumps around the hair follicles, itching, burning sensation in and around the bumps, painful and tender skin, pus-filled blisters, swollen bumps, etc.

This folliculitis is caused by bacteria, fungi, virus or even an inflammation from the ingrown hairs. It occurs anywhere on the body where there is a friction except the soles, palms, lips and mucous membranes. It will go away on its own within 1 – 2 weeks but severe forms of infections can result in permanent hair loss and scarring.

Having medical condition (diabetes, HIV/AIDS, chronic leukemia), skin problems (acne or dermatitis), certain medications (steroid creams or long-term antibiotic therapy), male with curly hair, soaking in a uncleaned hot tub, shaving or waxing, wearing tight clothes, etc. are some causes for folliculitis.

Instead of using commercial cosmetic creams and OTC medications, why not give a trial to natural home remedies that effectively works to clear the problem without causing any side effects to the skin.

Home Remedies for Folliculitis:

Here are the simple yet effective remedies that provide relief from the folliculitis and its symptoms by accelerating the skin healing process.

Let’s get started…

Remedy – 1: (Warm Compress)

The first step you need to take while suffering from folliculitis is to apply warm compress. Applying warm compress on the affected area will help to calm down the irritation and reduces your pain. This will help to increase the circulation to the affected areas and thereby aids in quick healing of the skin.

• Pour 1 teaspoon of salt in a pot filled with 2 cups of water.
• Boil it for few minutes and wait till the water gets to lukewarm temperature.
• Then soak a soft towel in this water and wring out to remove excess water.
• Now place this warm, moist towel on the folliculitis affected area.
• Leave it for about 10 minutes and repeat the process once again.
• Continue doing the same cycle for 3 – 5 times daily until you get relief from these painful cysts.

Remedy – 2: (Turmeric)

Turmeric has an excellent compound called curcumin that exhibits antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help to fight against the staph bacteria and other microbes causing folliculitis along with relieving your pain and itching.

Here are few ways of using turmeric for treating folliculitis.

• Pour enough olive oil (or melted coconut oil) in 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder. Stir well to make it a fine paste and apply this paste on the folliculitis affected areas. Leave it on for about an hour or two and then rinse the turmeric affected skin areas with water. Dry the area gently and repeat the same process for 2 – 3 times daily until you get complete relief from the problem.
• Mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder in 1 glass of warm milk and consume this turmeric milk drink for twice daily to strengthen your immunity and enhance healing process from inside the body.
• Also, consume turmeric in supplement form but make sure to consult your doctor for proper dosage before taking these supplements.
• When you observe the boil is on the head and about to burst then you have to apply a poultice to the cyst to prevent the spread of infection and to promote healing. Simply mix a pinch of turmeric and flour in some warm oil till it forms a thick paste. Apply this paste on the cotton or gauze and place it directly on the boil. Leave for overnight to burst and in the morning, clean and dress your wound.

Remedy – 3: (Tea Tree Oil)

Tea tree oil is another effective remedy that treats different skin disorders, including folliculitis. It has excellent antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help to clear the infection quickly and also reduces the itching, redness, inflammation, and irritation.

Here are few ways of using tea tree oil for clearing folliculitis.

• Add 5 – 6 drops of tea tree oil in 2 – 3 tablespoons of coconut or olive oil. Stir well and use it to massage on the affected skin area. Wait for 1 – 2 hours and wash off with water. Repeat it once daily until you get rid of folliculitis and its symptoms.
• Moisten a cotton swab and pour 1 – 2 drops of tea tree oil to it and dab it gently on the folliculitis affected skin areas. Let it sit for an hour and rinse it with cool water. Dry the area gently and repeat this application twice daily until you notice the folliculitis gets disappeared completely from the skin.
• For treating scalp folliculitis, use tea tree oil based shampoo to prevent the infection and its recurrence. Simply pour few drops of tea tree oil in your regularly used mild shampoo and use it to rinse your hair.

Note: Never ever use tea tree oil directly on the affected skin without diluting it, as it causes irritation and itching sensation on the skin. If you’re first time user then make sure to perform a skin patch test before using it to know the possibility of getting an allergic reaction.

Remedy – 4: (Vinegar)

Vinegar is another inexpensive and effective natural remedy for treating folliculitis. You can use either white or apple cider vinegar for clearing this folliculitis. Vinegar exhibits antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that fight off the microbes causing infection.

It also helps to clear itching, pain, and inflammation and enhance the healing process to get rid of folliculitis quickly.

Here are few ways of using vinegar for folliculitis.

• Mix 1 part of organic, unfiltered ACV with 2 parts of lukewarm water and stir well. Apply it on the skin affected areas by using a cotton ball. Wait for 10 minutes and rinse off with water. Dry the skin and apply coconut oil to moisturize the area. Do it daily to get quick relief from folliculitis.
• For internal purpose, mix 1 – 2 teaspoons of ACV in 1 glass of lukewarm water and drink it 1 – 2 times daily to strengthen your immunity and heal the folliculitis affected skin.
• If using white vinegar, then soak a cotton ball in a white vinegar solution (1 tablespoon white vinegar in 2 cups of water) and apply it on the cysts. Press the ball firmly on the affected and leave it for 20 minutes. Repeat the same action for twice daily until you get relief from folliculitis (especially superficial one).

Remedy – 5: (Indian Lilac)

Indian lilac (neem) is an ancient Ayurvedic medicine for treating various health, skin and beauty problems with its antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiseptic properties. For treating folliculitis, neem works as a strong antibacterial agent that destroys the harmful bacteria causing folliculitis.

Neem has another excellent property of easing certain symptoms like pain, itching, burning sensation, and inflammation. Here are few ways of using neem for folliculitis.

• Take a handful of fresh neem leaves and grind it into a paste. Apply this paste on the cysts affected areas of the skin and wait for at least 30 minutes to rinse off the skin. Dry the skin and repeat it few times daily to prevent the infection and its spread to other skin parts.
• Pour few neem leaves in water and boil it for few minutes until the water quantity has reduced to 1/3 and turn off the heat. Use this neem water to rinse the folliculitis affected skin areas for few times daily.
• Add few drops of neem oil in 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and apply it on the affected skin areas. Let it sit for about 15 – 20 minutes and wash it off with water. Dry the skin and repeat it 2 – 3 times daily.

Remedy – 6: (Garlic)

Garlic exhibits antibacterial, antiseptic and antimicrobial properties that help to fight against the microbes causing infection. The rich content of sulphur (allicin) in garlic will help to prevent various skin disorders, including folliculitis.

• Take a garlic clove and cut it in half.
• Place the clove directly on the skin and you may experience burning sensation after applying garlic clove on the affected skin areas.
• Or simply apply a crushed garlic clove on the affected skin areas.
• Let it sit for few minutes and take out the cloves and rinse the area with cold water.
• Alternatively, consume raw garlic as a part of your diet or use garlic pills to cleanse and disinfect the body to get rid of the problem.

Remedy – 7: (Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera exhibits antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help to relieve your burning and itching sensations along with clearing the bacterial action on the skin. it helps a lot in moisturizing the skin and maintains pH balance for a faster healing.

Here are few ways of using aloe vera for folliculitis.

• Take an aloe leaf and cut it to open and remove the gel. Apply this fresh aloe gel on the skin affected areas and let it sit for an hour. After that, rinse off with water and do the same for twice daily for a week.
• Squeeze the juice of 1/2 a lemon and mix it in 1/2 cup of aloe vera gel. Stir well and apply it on the folliculitis affected skin areas. Leave it for 30 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water. Do it once daily for about a week to get relief from folliculitis.

Remedy – 8: (Colloidal Silver)

Colloidal silver is another effective remedy that fights against the bacteria, fungi and other microbes causing the infection. It works immediately by dealing with the root cause of the problem.

• For external use, simply apply 2 – 3 drops of colloidal silver on the affected areas of the skin and cover it with a bandage. Repeat the same process for twice daily.
• Mix 1 – 2 teaspoons of colloidal silver in 1 glass of water and consume it twice daily. Prefer to drink it on an empty stomach. Continue this internal intake for a month to destroy the harmful bacteria and other germs within the body to get relief from folliculitis.

Remedy – 9: (Oregano Oil)

Oil of oregano contains potent compounds called terpenes and carvacrol that exhibit antibacterial property which used to fight against the bacteria and other microbes causing the infection. It has thymol compound that has natural fungicide and antiseptic properties.

It also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that aid in faster recovery and gives you complete relief from the problem.

Here are few ways of using oregano oil for folliculitis.

• Add 8 – 10 drops of oregano oil in 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir well and apply it on the affected areas. Allow it to sit for a couple of hours and then rinse the area with lukewarm water. Dry the area gently and continue this application for 2 – 4 times daily till you noticed relief from this folliculitis.
• For internal intake – Pour 2 to 4 drop of oregano oil in 1 glass of water. Stir well and drink it to get rid of the cysts. Drink it twice daily for quick relief from the problem. Remember that pregnant or nursing women should not ingest oregano oil, as it causes some side effects on their health.

Remedy – 10: (Rubbing Alcohol)

The disinfectant properties of rubbing alcohol will treat the folliculitis by promoting the healing process and thereby clears the infection. It has soothing and cooling properties that help to relieve your discomforting symptoms like itching, irritation, pain, and swelling.

• Take a cotton swab and soak it in rubbing alcohol (contains 70% strength).
• Dab it gently on the affected areas and wait for 10 minutes.
• After that, rinse the area with lukewarm water.
• Continue doing the same process for twice daily until 3 – 4 days to get relief from the problem.

Note: Over usage of rubbing alcohol will result in skin dryness and worsen the problem.

Remedy – 11: (Thyme)

Thyme is a popular Italian seasoning herb that not only used to add flavor to the dish but also used as an herbal medicine. It contains a chemical compound called thymol that clears the staphylococcus infection on the skin’s surface.

• Add few drops of lavender oil and an equal amount of thyme oil and bergamot oil in clean water.
• Stir well and apply this mix on the affected areas.
• Let it sit for few minutes and rinse the area with water.
• Reapply this mix for 2 – 3 times daily for 6 days to notice the complete removal of this problem.

Remedy – 12: (Goldenseal)

Goldenseal, when taken internally, will help to fight off the infection and clear the symptoms like pain, swelling and helps to burst out the cyst for a faster recovery with its antimicrobial and antiseptic properties.

Here are few ways of using goldenseal for treating folliculitis.

• Boil few goldenseal leaves in water for few minutes till it becomes concoction and strain it to drink it warm for getting relief from the Staphylococcus aureus folliculitis.
• Make a paste by mixing powdered goldenseal and water and apply this paste directly on the affected skin areas. Cover the area with a clean bandage and leave it for overnight. Remove the bandage in the next morning and clean the area. Repeat it regularly.

Note: Just like goldenseal, drink honeysuckle concoction to clear the bacteria and repeat it until you get relief from the problem.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Using African black soap which has natural healing ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter, palm oil, cocoa and vitamin E that helps to keep the affected area well moisturized. It also helps to give relief from pain, itching, and inflammation. Use it as a soap or shampoo regularly to get rid of the problem.
2. For severe forms of folliculitis, use over the counter antibiotics that available in gel or cream form other than using these remedies.
3. Avoid shaving while suffering from this infection and if you what to shave then use an electric razor. Make sure to shave it in the direction of the hair growth.
4. Avoid the usage of public hot tubs or heated pools, as they may or may not be cleaned regularly and may contain contaminated water.
5. Don’t wear tight clothes why because they cause friction and may result in the formation of cysts and worsen the problem. So, always wear loose fitting clothes to avoid friction or rub against the body.
6. Take your bath or shower daily with a mild soap (or antibacterial soap), especially after your workouts and working around the chemicals will help to keep your skin clean and prevent clogging of hair follicles and spreading of folliculitis on the skin.
7. Frequently wash your hands to prevent the spread of infection and to get rid of the problem quickly. Also, clean the boil affected area with antibacterial soap to clean and dress the boils but be sure to avoid touching the affected areas.
8. Overuse of makeup or skin oils will clog the skin pores and thereby trap the bacteria to cause folliculitis. So, avoid the usage of this skin oils or makeup and clean your skin frequently to get rid of dust, dirt, other impurities and the excess oil clogging the skin pores.
9. Avoid getting into contact with any irritating substance that causes irritation to your boils and worsens the infection.
10. Drink plenty of water and other healthy fluids to stay hydrated and to flush out the toxins from the body. It also helps to stimulate the immune system to prevent infection.
11. Don’t share your personal belonging like towels, washcloths, combs, water bottles, etc. to anyone while suffering from infection to prevent its spread.
12. Always change your bed sheets and wash them in hot water to prevent the spread of infection or bacterial action.
13. Scratching your bumps will worsen the infection and makes you feel pain. So, avoid scratching them.
14. Use other natural remedies like oatmeal (anti-itching and skin soothing properties), coconut oil (antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties along with skin moisturizing), witch hazel (anti-itching and anti-inflammatory), etc. to treat folliculitis.

Final Word:

Use all these home remedies to get relief from folliculitis and its symptoms but make sure to consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment, if suffering from severe form of folliculitis.

Do you know any other successful natural remedies for folliculitis? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.

In general, scabs are defined as the natural process that protects your skin from bleeding injuries through the creating of a hard coating. With the appearance of scabs, we came to know that healing process has begun and it becomes a challenging to remove these scars entirely.

After healing the skin, the scabs may remove on its own but few remain on the skin and make you feel embarrassed and ugly. Always remember that never ever physically pick at the scabs, as it increases the chances of getting infection or scar on the skin.

However, there are many expensive cosmetic and OTC creams available in the market but instead of investing money in those harsh chemical based creams why don’t you try some natural ways to get rid of scabs without causing scars or side effects on the skin.

The usage of home remedies will definitely help you in getting rid of scabs on the skin and also heals your skin completely in a natural way that provides long-lasting results.

The most important thing to remember is that before using any of the below-mentioned remedies, make sure that the scab is completely dried without oozing pus for getting faster and effective relief.

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Scabs:

Here is the list of home remedies that help you to get complete relief from the scabs. All you need is to follow these remedies for several times to observe the effective results of removing scabs on the skin.

Remedy – 1: (Warm Compress)

A warm compress will help to get rid of scabs by dissolving the scab area with its moisture and also enhance the skin to heal quickly.

• Boil a pot of water for few minutes and take a soft towel to soak in this warm water.
• Wring out the towel to remove excess water and press it on the scabs.
• Press the towel gently onto the scab but don’t pull or scrub your skin, as it causes more scarring or results in infections.
• Repeat the same process for few times daily until you get relief from scabs.
• Remember that after removing scab from the skin, you have to apply Neosporin or bacitracin to heal the scab affected area faster and to reduce the risk of infection and prevent the formation of a new scab.

Note: Or simply soak the scab by using a cotton ball dipped in water. This will soften the scab and make it fall off easily without leaving scars on the skin.

Remedy – 2: (Epsom Salt)

Epsom salt (or magnesium sulfate) is well known for its calming abilities. It relieves the tenderness and reduces the redness caused by the scab. This salt can tighten the scab and soaking in water will moisturize it to remove from the skin.

• Pour some Epsom salt in warm water and stir well until the salt dissolved in this water.
• Soak the scab affected skin area in this water for about 45 – 60 minutes.
• After that, take out the scab area from the water and dry it gently with a soft towel.
• Continue doing the same process regularly until you find the scab removed completely.

Remedy – 3: (Baking Soda)

Baking soda exhibits antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic properties that help to clear bacteria or fungus living in and around the scab areas. It draws out the scab gently from the skin with its skin tightening property.

• Place 1 – 2 teaspoons of baking soda in a bowl.
• Stir well by adding enough water till it forms a fine paste.
• Apply this paste on the scab and its surrounding areas.
• Wait for few minutes to get dried naturally.
• Rinse the skin thoroughly with warm water and continue this application until the scab is removed completely.
• For best results, use this process after soaking in the bath.

Remedy – 4: (Potassium Alum)

The aluminum salt (or potassium alum) acts as a natural astringent, deodorant or styptic agent that work same as baking soda. It tightens the skin where scab is affected and then loosens it. It works well by constricting the surrounding blood vessels.

• Grind a small amount of potassium alum and mix it enough water to make a fine paste.
• Apply this paste on the whole scab and leave it for few minutes to dry naturally.
• Continue this process regularly till the scab is gone completely on the skin.
• For best results, follow this process after your bath to get complete relief from scabs.

Remedy – 5: (Honey)

Honey exhibits humectant, antiseptic, antimicrobial and skin soothing properties that kill the bacteria in and around the scab and clean the affected areas. It moisturizes the skin to get rid of scabs quickly without forming scars on the skin.

• Apply raw honey on the scab and leave it for few minutes.
• After that, rinse the area and dry the skin gently with a soft towel.
• Repeat the application of honey regularly until you get rid of scabs.

Remedy – 6: (Tea Tree Oil)

The antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, astringent and antimicrobial properties of tea tree oil will help to cure scabs effectively.

• Dilute few drops of tea tree oil in any carrier oil (or water).
• Take a cotton ball and soak it in this oil mix and apply it gently on the scabs.
• Let it sit for few minutes and you may experience some stinging sensation on the oil applied areas.
• Finally, rinse off with water and repeat it regularly to heal the scabs and the scars on the skin.

Note: Or apply tea tree oil directly on the scab for removing it.

Remedy – 7: (Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera exhibits antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help to heal the scab. It also improves the circulation within small blood vessels and heals the scabs, scrapes or bruises. Regular application will definitely help to get rid of scab and heals deeper wounds on the skin.

• Take an aloe vera leaf and extract its gel properly.
• Now apply this aloe gel on the wound where scab has occurred on the skin.
• Wait for few minutes and rinse off with water.
• Dry the skin gently and continue applying aloe vera gel or juice for 3 – 4 times daily until you get complete relief from the problem.

Remedy – 8: (Plantain Leaves)

The antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties of plantain leaves will make it as an excellent remedy for treating scabs, cuts, and scars on the skin.

• Extract the juice of 10 plantain leaves and apply it on the scab affected skin areas.
• Leave it for few minutes and repeat the same process regularly to speed up the recovery time.

Remedy – 9: (Onions)

Onion is another effective remedy that used to heal the wound and clear scab with its antimicrobial, antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties.

• Take an onion and cut it.
• Then pound (crush) the chopped onion by mixing 1 teaspoon of raw honey.
• Stir well to make a paste and apply it on the scabs.
• Let it sit for 10 – 15 minutes and rinse off with water.
• Dry the skin gently and do the same for 3 – 4 times daily to get quick and effective results.

Remedy – 10: (Apple Cider Vinegar)

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) helps to maintain proper pH balance of the body and thereby improves cell growth and give relief from the scabs. It also exhibits antimicrobial, astringent, anti-inflammatory properties that help to get rid of scabs.

• Pour 5 ml of ACV in 50 ml of water and stir well.
• Dip a cotton ball in this water and apply it directly on the scab.
• Leave it for about 15 – 20 minutes and rinse off with lukewarm water.
• Do the same process few times daily to notice the removal of scabs without forming scars.

Remedy – 11: (Garlic)

From ancient days, garlic has been used as a natural cure to scabs and scars on the skin with its antimicrobial and antiseptic properties.

• Take 2 – 3 cloves of garlic and blend it with a cup of wine.
• Let it sit for a couple of hours and strain the mix.
• Now apply this mix on the scabs by using a cotton ball.
• Leave for 10 minutes and rinse off with water.
• Make sure that not to leave the garlic mix more than 10 minutes on the skin why because it causes skin irritation.

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Tips and Precautions:

1. Apply vitamin E oil (or vitamin E rich oils) topically on the scabs and scars to reduce their severity and to remove it quickly.
2. Avoid touching the scab frequently, as it results in scarring and increasing the infection.
3. Never ever pick at the scab (especially stuck scab), as it will irritate the skin, leaves scars and thereby make it to take a longer time to heal completely.
4. Applying makeup on the scab will clog the skin and prolongs its healing time. So, avoid applying makeup to cover the scabs.
5. Usage of OTC medications like Neosporin will work well in getting rid of the scab and heals the skin quickly.
6. Clean all around the scab with an antiseptic soap and warm water. Dry it and moisten the area with an antibacterial ointment (or petroleum jelly). Then cover the scab with a sterile non-adhesive bandage or gauze wrap. Leave it like that and make sure to do the same dressing process daily until your scab removed completely along with healing your skin.
7. Always remember that scabs may itch during the skin healing process, as the new skin may cause itching after the scab has fallen off. It is a normal process in which you should not scratch your skin. At that time, massage your scab affected area with petroleum jelly or moisturizing lotion.
8. Drink plenty of water and consume a healthy diet (includes vitamin C) to heal the skin quickly and prevent the formation of scars after removing scabs.
9. Avoid the sun exposure, as the sun’s harmful UV rays will damage the skin and prolongs the healing period.
10. Limit or stop alcohol consumption and quit smoking, as they impair the blood flow to chronic wounds and compromises healing.
11. Consult your doctor if you didn’t get relief from the problem, even after using these natural ways for proper diagnose and treatment to get rid of the scabs and to heal the skin completely.

Final Word:

Follow all these natural remedies to get rid of scabs naturally. Do you know any other successful scab removal remedies? Then share it with us in the below comments box.