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How to Treat Eczema using Essential Oils

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Best Essential Oils for Eczema

If you are suffering with any type of skin inflammation then it is known as Eczema, which is a chronic skin state.

Eczema is not a single condition of skin; it is group of skin diseases. And there are many types of skin diseases which can cause eczema. But usually if you suffer with red rashes on your face, knees, elbow, ankle and back then it is eczema.

Eczema may cure with the medicines but you may have to face some side effects, also skin is most sensitive part of human body instead of medicines you can go for home remedies.

Essential oils are one of the best home remedy which will helps to treat people who are suffering with eczema.

Causes of Eczema

The particular cause of eczema is unknown. But for some it may cause due to weak immune system, nutrition’s deficiency and some others say it may cause with allergies and chemical irritants. Here below are some causes of eczema.

  • After using the products repeatedly which cause allergies like chemical detergents, dandruff, beauty products and pets
  • Chronic stress
  • Chemical found in soap, detergents, shampoos and some cleansers
  • Sometimes your skin may cracks if it is dry or sensitive
  • Due to change in the temperature

Symptoms of Eczema

The symptoms of eczema may vary from person to person. Here below are some of the common symptoms.

  • Cracks of the skin may increase
  • Intense itching specially at night time itching will be more
  • After itching the rashes will appear
  • Reddish, brown and grey patches of skin may appear on feet, hand, chest, eyelids, back, ankles, neck and on the face.
  • You may feel burning sensation and pain

Best Essential Oils for Eczema:

Essential oils have stress reducing and anti-inflammatory properties which helps to treat the eczema. Here below are home remedies with step by step to treat eczema.

1. Tea Tree Essential Oil

Tea tree oil helps to treat eczema because of its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, which penetrates into the skin and reduce the irritation caused by eczema.

It also helps reducing the itching, heal broken skin, prevent bacterial growth and reduce inflammation.

What You Need:

  • Tea tree oil – 5 drops
  • Jojoba oil – ¼ cup
  • Small container

Steps to follow

  • Take a small container with tea tree oil and jojoba oil.
  • Stir well until it mixes uniformly.
  • Use the solution to massage on the eczema affected area.
  • Make sure whether the massage oil absorbs into your skin.
  • Leave it for some time or overnight.
  • Repeat the same process daily until you get rid from eczema.

Note: For children 6 years old or younger tea tree oil is not recommended.

2. Lavender Essential Oil

The antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties in lavender oil will reduce the inflammation, pain caused by damaged skin, redness of skin and itching. It helps to prevent any type of skin infections from getting spread and grow new cells.

It also locks the moisture in the skin to get rid of dry peeling skin caused by eczema.

What You Need:

  • Instant oatmeal – 2 handfuls
  • Lavender oil – 8 drops
  • Bathtub

Steps To Follow:

  • Take a bath tub filled with warm water.
  • Add instant oatmeal and lavender oil.
  • Stir it well to mix uniformly.
  • Now soak in this water for 20 minutes to soothe your irritated skin.
  • Repeat the same soothing bath daily to get relief from eczema.

3. Frankincense Essential Oil

The anti-inflammatory properties in frankincense oil make it more effective to reduce inflammation, itching and irritation. It also helps to repair the damaged skin and improve skin tone. When some other oils mixed with frankincense oil it increase the effectiveness of those oils.

What You Need:

  • Shea butter – 2 ounces
  • Frankincense oil – 7 to 10 drops
  • Little container

Steps To Follow:

  • Take a container add Shea butter and frankincense oil.
  • Stir it well till it mix to make a perfect smoothing cream.
  • Apply it on the eczema affected area.
  • Leave it for some time.
  • Continue the same process regularly to get good results.

 4. Chamomile Essential Oil

Chamomile oil is one of the best home remedy in treating dry eczema with its skin soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to heal the pain, swelling, and inflammation along with reducing the skin redness.

The antibacterial, antiseptic, antioxidant and calming properties in chamomile oil makes it more effective in treating irritated skin and allergies like poison ivy or skin rashes.

What You Need:

  • Softened mango butter – 2 ounces
  • Chamomile oil – 5 to 7 drops
  • Small box

Steps To Follow:

  • Take a small box add softened mango butter and chamomile oil.
  • Stir it well to make a cooling cream.
  • Apply it on the eczema affected skin.
  • Leave it for some time.
  • Repeat the process daily.

5. Geranium Essential Oil

Geranium oil is more effective in treating many skin conditions like dry skin, acne, psoriasis, and eczema because of its non – toxic, non – sensitizing and non – irritant properties. It soothes the skin and clears the bacteria or microbes on the skin to heal the skin infection.

What You Need

  • Geranium oil – 5 to 7 drops
  • Avocado oil – 1/2 cup
  • Small vessel

Steps To Follow

  • Pour avocado oil and geranium oil in a small vessel.
  • Stir it well and then store it in a glass bottle to use as moisturizer.
  • Apply it on the eczema skin as moisturizer.
  • Use this moisturizer regularly to get rid from eczema and its symptons.

6. Helichrysum Essential Oil

The anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties in helichrysum oil help to reduce the pain, itching and other eczema inhibitions. It also reduces the itchy rashes or blisters and scars caused by eczema and soothe the skin.

What You Need:

  • Helichrysum oil – 10 drops
  • Lavender oil – 10 drops
  • Beeswax pellets – 1 teaspoon
  • Coconut oil – 2 teaspoons
  • Cocoa butter – 4 teaspoons
  • Mason jar

Steps To Do:

  • Take a Mason jar pour beeswax pellets, coconut oil and cocoa butter.
  • Take a pan filled with water, place Mason jar in it.
  • Heat the pan over low flame until all these ingredients are melted completely.
  • Leave it for few minutes to cool the mix.
  • Add 10 drops of Lavender oil and helichrysum oil in it.
  • Stir it well to mix equally.
  • Leave it for 1 – 2 hours to harden the mix.
  • Apply this helichrysum healer cream on eczema affected areas.
  • Follow it regularly to get rid from eczema and soothe the skin.

7. Juniper Essential Oil

The antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties in jupiter oil helps it to treat the irritated skin and relieves you from itching. Also it is more effective in treating and soothing weeping eczema.

What You Need:

  • Juniper oil – 3 drops
  • Peppermint oil – 3 drops
  • Glass bowl
  • Clean cloth

Steps To Follow:

  • Take a glass bowl with some cold water pour juniper oil and peppermint oil.
  • Stir it well to mix properly.
  • Soak a clean cloth in this solution as a cold compress.
  • Squeeze out and apply it on the eczema affected areas.
  • Leave it for a 2 minutes.
  • Continue the same process regularly to get rid from itching and irritation.

8. Neroli Essential Oil

Neroli oil is extracted from delicate white neroli flowers, it is one of the best soother to treat dry or itchy patches of eczema skin. It helps to heal the inflamed skin and soothe the itching and irritation.

What You Need

  • Coconut oil – 2 ounces
  • Neroli oil – 5 to 7 drops
  • Spatula
  • Small container

Steps to follow

  • Take a small container pour coconut oil and neroli oil.
  • Stir it well with the spatula.
  • Apply it on the skin affected by eczema.
  • Massage it gently for some time.
  • Repeat the process to get rid from Eczema.

9. Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot oil is extracted from bergamot oranges, it is more effective in treating dry eczema. It helps to defeat skin infections and soothe inflammation.

Being a photosensitive oil, you have to apply this only at night time before going to bed. Because if you apply this at day time before stepping out in sun it may causes some negative effects.

What You Need:

  • Bergamot essential oil – 5 to 7 drops
  • Avocado butter – 2 ounces
  • Small vessel

Steps to Follow:

  • Take a small vessel add avocado butter and bergamot oil.
  • Stir well and store it in a dry place.
  • Apply this balm on eczema skin before you’re going to bed.
  • Leave it overnight.
  • Try to apply it daily when you are going to bed to promote clear and healthy skin.

10. Thyme Essential Oil

The anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties in thyme oil make it stronger and help to prevent secondary infections on eczema affected skin. It also helps to reduce the redness, irritation, and inflammation.

What You Need:

  • Coconut oil – 1/2 cup
  • Thyme essential oil – 7 to 10 drops
  • Clean container

Steps to Follow:

  • Take a clean container add thyme essential oil and melted coconut oil.
  • Stir it well to mix properly.
  • Apply this mix on the skin affected by eczema.
  • To get best and fast results repeat this process daily thrice a day.

11. Patchouli Essential Oil

Patchouli oil is more effective it has healing properties that soothe your inflamed and itching skin, locks the moisture in the body and cure the irritated skin.

What You Need:

  • Patchouli Essential oil – 5 to 7 drops
  • Spray bottle
  • Cup

Steps to Follow:

  • Take a cup with distilled water and patchouli oil.
  • Mix it properly.
  • Take a spray bottle fill this oil mixed water.
  • Shake it well before you use it as your soothing spray for eczema.
  • Spray it on skin affected by eczema for immediate soothing relief from itching, pain and skin redness.

12. Benzoin Essential Oil

Benzoin oil is also known as Gum Benjamin, it is best remedy for treating dry parched skin. It effectively heals the wounds, sores or skin rashes and soothes irritated eczema.

What You Need

  • Benzoin essential oil – 6 drops
  • Wheat germ oil – 1 tablespoon
  • Almond oil – 1/4 cup
  • Small container
  • Amber glass bottle

Steps to follow

  • Take a small container add wheat germ oil, almond oil and benzoin essential oil.
  • Stir it well.
  • Pour this mix in a amber glass bottle.
  • Stir and pour this mixed blend in an amber glass bottle.
  • Apply it on the skin affected by eczema.
  • Continue the process regularly to get rid from eczema.

13. Marjoram Essential Oil

The anti-inflammatory property in marjoram oil helps to relieve your discomforts and skin irritations associated with eczema. It also soothes your skin and treats many problems like migraines, insomnia, insect bites, and headaches.

What You Need:

  • Marjoram Essential oil – 5 to 7 drops
  • Rosehip oil – 1/2 cup
  • Little vessel
  • Amber glass bottle

Steps to Follow:

  • Take a little vessel add rosehip oil and sweet marjoram oil.
  • Stir it well to mix uniformly.
  • Now pour it in amber glass bottle.
  • Shake this massage oil bottle well before you use it.
  • Apply it on eczema affected area with the help of dropper.
  • Repeat this massage process regularly to soothe the skin irritation and inflammation.

14. Birch Essential Oil

Birch oil is one of best remedy which has excellent cleansing and purifying agent. It clears the congested skin, treats skin problems like dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis by rejuvenate the dull skin.

What You Need:

  • Shea butter – 3 teaspoons
  • Organic coconut oil – 3 teaspoons
  • Birch oil – 6 drops
  • Peppermint oil – 3 drops.
  • Double boiler

Steps to Follow:

  • Take a double boiler add shea butter.
  • Then add birch oil, peppermint oil and organic coconut oil.
  • Mix all these ingredients well equally till it forms into a whipped cream.
  • Apply this cream on skin affected by eczema.
  • Continue the same process regularly to get best results in treating eczema.

15. Hyssop Essential Oil

The soothing and moisturizing properties in hyssop oil will helps to treat dry eczema. It seals moisture into the skin and thereby reduces the irritation, itching, and pain caused by eczema rashes.

What You Need:

  • Hyssop essential oil – 7 to 10 drops
  • Vitamin E cream – 2 ounces
  • Little mason jar
  • Small container

Steps to Follow:

  • Take a small container add vitamin E cream and hyssop essential.
  • Mix it well properly.
  • Transfer this mix to small mason jar.
  • Apply it on eczema affected skin area to get cooling relief.
  • Repeat the process regularly to get best results and treat eczema.

16.  Sandalwood Essential Oil

Sandalwood is extracted from sandalwood tree, the antiseptic and therapeutic  properties in sandalwood helps to fight bacteria and treat eczema. Anti – inflammatory agent in sandalwood will reduce the itching, swelling and buring sensation of skin.

What You Need:

  • Sandalwood essential oil – 3 to 7 drops
  • Turmeric– 1 teaspoon
  • Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
  • Small bowl

Note: Sandalwood oil not recommended for pregnant women.

Steps To Follow:

  • Take a small bowl add sandalwood oil, turmeric and lemon juice.
  • Stir it well till you create a paste.
  • Apply the paste on eczema affected area.
  • Leave it for 30 minutes.
  • Repeat the same process regularly to reduce the itching and get rid from eczema.

17.Turmeric essential Oil

Tumeric is one ancient remedy in treating any type of skin infection, Because of its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial  and antioxidants properties it also treats eczema. It helps to heal infected skin quicker and kill bacteria.

What You Need:

  • Tumeric oil
  • Skin cream

Steps to Follow:

  • Mix turmeric oil with your skin cream.
  • Apply it on the eczema affected area.
  • Apply it regularly to the skin to get rid from eczema and boost immune system.

18. Clove Essential oil

The antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties in clove oil will treat eczema. It will also helps to heal patches on skin, reduce itching and irritation.

What You Need:

  • Clove essential oil – 1 tablespoon
  • Coconut oil – 1 tablespoon
  • Tiny bowl

Steps to Follow:

  • Take a tiny bowl add clove oil and coconut oil.
  • Stir it well to mix properly.
  • Apply it on the eczema affected area.
  • Repeat the same process 2 – 3 times daily to get better results.

Tips and Precations:

  • Try to do patch test before applying any essential oil to your skin, to make sure you are not allergic.
  • Not only applying essential oils to your skin also drink plenty of water and consume healthy food diet to get better results.
  • Pregnant women, breastfeeding women and babies must not use essential oils without consulting doctor.
  • Don’t apply essential oil directly to skin, dilute it with some carrier oil or any base lotions. Because carrier oil or lotions will reduce the intensity of essential oil.
  • Try to use 100% pure essential oils for treating eczema.
  • Twice in a day try to moisturize your skin in eczema affected for relieve itching and speed healing.

For treating eczema try these remedies. Let us what is the result after trying above remedies and if know any other successful oils to get control over eczema flare-ups? Then share it with us in the below comments box.

How to use Apple Cider Vinegar for Dark Underarms

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How to use Apple Cider Vinegar for Dark Underarms

Love to wear sleeveless tops, strapless gowns, and spaghettis, but the dark underarms are holding you back without wearing those favorite outfit.

Stop suffering in silence and start taking care of your underarms to maintain it clean and bright. In general, the dark discoloration is not a serious health problem, as it caused due to shaving, accumulation of dead cells and dirt, hormonal imbalance, insulin, excessive sweating, improper ventilation, usage of certain medications or deodorants, etc.

Instead of using commercial skin care products to lighten your dark underarms, you can simply try some natural remedies for treating dark underarms.

Here we discuss an amazing natural ingredient popularly known as Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) for clearing your dark underarms without any side effects.

How Does Apple Cider Vinegar work to Lighten Dark Underarms?

  • Apple cider vinegar has rich content of amino acids, lactic acid, malic acid and alpha hydroxy acids that help to exfoliate the skin, clears dead skin cells, dissolves the fat deposits in the skin and lessens the scars.
  • The antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiseptic properties of ACV will kill the bacteria causing body odor and clears dirt, excess oil and other impurities causing dark discoloration on the skin.
  • It has astringent property will tighten the skin pores and unclogs it to reduce the darkness of the skin.
  • It helps to restore the skin’s pH balance which in turn helps to prevent excessive dryness or oiliness.
  • It smoothes the armpit area and reduces the chicken – skin texture.

Best Ways to use Apple Cider Vinegar to lighten your Dark Underarms:

Have a look at these apple cider vinegar methods and try them until you get complete relief from these dark armpits.

Method – 1: (Apple Cider Vinegar)

Apple cider vinegar alone is an effective remedy for treating dark armpits and smelly underarms, as it works as a natural deodorant as well.

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  • Pour some raw, organic apple cider vinegar in a cotton pad.
  • Apply this vinegar directly on over clean armpits areas.
  • Leave it like that without washing and wear your clothes as usual after drying this ACV.
  • Repeat it daily for best and quick results.

Apple Cider Vinegar for Dark Underarms

Method – 2: (Armpit Scrub using ACV)

The combination of baking soda and cider vinegar will exfoliate the skin to remove dead cells, toxins, oiliness, which contribute to this dark discoloration and thereby lightens the skin gradually.

  • Mix 1 teaspoon each of baking soda and ACV in a bowl.
  • It starts to fizz and when once this fizzing stops, you can apply this paste on your armpits.
  • Scrub it gently for few minutes and take your bath to clean the area.
  • Repeat this armpit scrub daily for few days to enjoy the light and even tone armpits.

Armpit Scrub using ACV

Note: Or simply apply the baking soda – ACV mix on the clean underarms and rinse with lukewarm water after 15 minutes. Dry the area and repeat it daily.

Method – 3: (Underarm Mask with ACV)

There are many underarm whitening masks using apple cider vinegar but here we mentioned the best methods to whiten your dark underarms.

  • Turmeric lightens the skin with its exfoliating and skin lightening property. Add a little turmeric powder in 1 teaspoon of ACV and stir well. Apply it as a mask on your dark underarms with the help of a cotton ball. Rinse off with water after 10 – 15 minutes and do it daily (before the shower) to get rid of dark underarms.
  • Chickpea flour removes excess oil from the skin pores and prevent clogging and thereby discoloration. Mix cider vinegar and chickpea flour till they form a fine paste. Spread this paste as a mask on the armpits and wash it with lukewarm water after 15 minutes. Dry the skin and do it thrice a week.
  • Clay mask will effectively remove the dirt, dead cells, tanning and make the skin feel fresh and brighter. Stir 1 tablespoon each of bentonite clay, apple cider vinegar, and water to make a fine paste. Spread this paste on the clean armpit skin and rinse with lukewarm water after 20 minutes. Dry it and repeat daily.

Method – 4: (Apple Cider Vinegar with Water)

When you’re in a hurry (no free time), this is the simple way to get relief from the dark armpits. Here the water will reduce the acidic nature of ACV and it is the best remedy widely used by the people with dry or sensitive skin.

  • Mix 2 – 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in 1 cup of water.
  • Stir well and use this water to rinse your underarms.
  • Wait for 5 minutes and take your shower (or bath).
  • Do it daily until you get rid of dark and smelly armpits.

Apple Cider Vinegar with Water for Dark Underarms

Note: 

  • Or dilute ACV with an equal amount of water and soak a cotton pad in this mixture to apply it on the armpits. Rinse off with lukewarm water after 10 – 15 minutes to reduce dark patches and soften the skin (prefer to apply it on the underarm skin after your shower).
  • Also, apple cider vinegar bath will help to brighten up your dark underarms. Pour 1 cup of apple cider vinegar in your bathtub filled with warm water. Stir and get into it and soak for at least 10 minutes. Continue taking this apple cider vinegar bath regularly for thrice a week.

Method – 5: (Underarm Spray using ACV)

This process will tone up your underarms and thereby lighten your dark armpits. Rose water will soothe the skin and the combination of ACV with rose water will clear the dead cells and dark discoloration of the skin.

  • Add few drops of Lavender essential oil and 3 – 4 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in 1/2 cup of rose water.
  • Stir well and pour this mix into an empty spray bottle.
  • Spray it on the underarms before bedtime and leave it for overnight.
  • Or simply use it as your toner to underarms.
  • Make sure to shake the bottle before every use for best results.

Method – 6: (Apple Cider Vinegar with Rice Flour)

The rice flour mixed with apple cider vinegar will work effectively in eliminating the bacteria and its growth to get rid of smelly and dark underarms.

  • Mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in 1 tablespoon of rice flour.
  • Stir it to make a fine paste and apply it on your armpits after taking shower with hot water.
  • Leave it on for 15 minutes and wash the area with lukewarm water.
  • Continue doing the process regularly for 3 times a week to get rid of dark armpits.

Method – 7: (Apple Cider Vinegar with Coconut Oil)

Coconut oil lightens your dark underarms with its rich content of antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, saturated fatty acids and vitamin E that helps to nourish the skin and lightens your dark armpits.

  • Mix equal quantities (2 tablespoons) each of melted coconut oil and ACV in a small bowl.
  • Spread this mix on your clean underarm skin and wait for 20 – 25 minutes.
  • Finally, wash the area with lukewarm water followed by cool water.
  • Dry the skin and repeat the same process once daily to achieve lighter underarms with an even skin tone.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Always use organic, raw, unfiltered and unpasteurized apple cider vinegar that has the mother content to grab best benefits.
  2. Apply a sunblock or sunscreen while stepping out in the sun, as this ACV increases the skin’s sensitivity to sunlight.
  3. If you’re first time user of this cider vinegar then make sure to perform a skin patch test to find out if you’re allergic to this vinegar.
  4. Avoid using harsh chemical based antiperspirants and deodorants and instead, you can use some natural deodorants.
  5. Wear loose cotton and other fabrics that absorb your sweet, as tight clothing causes friction and thereby darkens the area.
  6. Make sure to exfoliate the skin while you’re going for a shower to remove dead cells and other impurities causing this dark color to your armpits.
  7. Prefer waxing rather than shaving or using hair removal creams, which helps to remove dead cells, tan and other impurities on the skin.

Try these apple cider vinegar methods to lighten your dark underarms. Do you know any other successful cider vinegar methods for dark underarms? Then share it with us in the below comments box.

How to use Baking Soda for Poison Oak

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How to use Baking Soda for Poison Oak

Poison oak (or poison ivy and poison sumac) are a poisonous plant that are commonly found in many parts of the United States, in which they have an allergic reaction or develop a rash upon exposure.

The culprit for this allergic or itchy rash on the skin is urushiol, a colorless oil present in this plant. If you get into contact with this plant (toxic oil that oozes from damaged stem or leaves of this plant) in any way, then the rashes will appear on the skin within 12 to 48 hours and forms as small bumps.

If not treated on time then it gets enlarged into itchy blisters and spread throughout the skin due to scratching on the affected areas. It generally appears on the face, hands, arms, genitals, and legs. Redness, pain, swelling, itching, and blisters are common symptoms experienced while suffering from poison oak.

Fortunately, there is an amazing natural remedy for treating the poison oak rashes and its symptoms on the skin called baking soda. Here we are explaining you on how to treat poison oak or ivy with baking soda in detail. Let’s get started…

Is Baking Soda Really Good for Poison Oak (or Poison Ivy Rashes)?

Yes, baking soda is widely used a natural remedy for treating poison ivy rashes with cost effective and have no side effects. Have a look at its properties that help to deal with this skin rash problem.

  • Baking soda (or sodium bicarbonate) is an acid neutralizer that helps to neutralize the acid present in urushiol oil and thereby reduce the intensity of rashes on the skin.
  • It pulls off the fluids and other toxins from the blisters with its sodium and other drying agents and thus make the blister dry faster.
  • It balances the skin’s pH levels to give you relief from itching and thereby prevent the spread of this infection to other body parts.
  • It has an anti-inflammatory property that helps to heal the blisters and reduces the pain and swelling to speed up the healing process.

How is Baking Soda used for treating Poison Oak?

Here we are explaining you some different ways of using baking soda for clearing poison oak rashes and itching on the skin. Choose the best and try this method regularly till you get rid of the problem.

Method – 1: (Baking Soda with Water)

When baking soda mixed with water then it exhibits numerous uses for home, health and personal care, including poison ivy rashes.

Here are few ways of using baking soda with water for curing poison ivy rashes and itching.

  • Baking Soda Paste – Mix 1 part of the water in 3 parts of baking soda till it forms a thick paste. Apply it on the affected skin areas. Wait for few minutes to get dry completely till it cracks and flakes off. Repeat it 3 – 4 times daily to alleviate the symptoms of itching and swelling and clear the rashes on the skin.
  • Baking Soda Compress – It is a soothing compress that cure pain, itching, and swelling. It is the best remedy to treat rashes if you find the blisters are oozing out the liquid. Mix 2 teaspoons of baking soda in 1 liter of water and dip few gauze pads in this water and use these wet gauze pads to cover your blisters. Wait for 10 minutes and remove it. Do it 4 times daily.
  • Baking Soda Bath – This bath helps to treat allergic reaction or rashes on the skin where you are unable to apply it. Pour 1 cup of baking soda in your bathtub filled with water. Soak for 20 minutes and then take your normal bath. Continue it for twice daily and add Epsom salt in this water for extra benefits.
  • Baking Soda – After cleaning the skin area (get contact with poison ivy plant), simply pour some baking soda directly on the affected area to clear the oil and its effect on the skin.
  • Baking Soda Rinse – Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda in cold water and use this water to rinse the affected area to soothe the irritated and itching skin. Repeat it as often as possible to get relief from pain and itching.

Method – 2: (Baking Soda with Oatmeal)

Oatmeal cures poison oak rashes with its phenols and avenanthramide (anti-inflammatory agents). The warm oatmeal will help to soothe the irritated skin and relieves your itching. Both baking soda and oatmeal help to balance the skin’s pH levels and thereby speed up the healing.

  • First of all, cook some oatmeal and keep it aside for few minutes to cool down (till lukewarm).
  • Then mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda in cooked oatmeal and stir well.
  • Now apply this paste on the poison oak rashes affected skin areas.
  • Wash the area with water after 20 – 25 minutes.
  • Repeat this application for twice daily to get rid of the problem.

Method – 3: (Baking Soda with Vinegar)

Vinegar prevents itching and irritation caused by poison oak rash with its anti-inflammatory properties. It dries out the fluids and other impurities from the blisters and rashes to enhance the faster recovery.

  • Put 3 teaspoons of baking soda in a small bowl and stir it well by adding enough of vinegar (prefer apple cider vinegar) to make a thick paste.
  • Apply this paste on the damp ivy rash affected areas of the skin.
  • Scrub it gently for few minutes and rinse the area with water.
  • Dry the area and apply organic ACV on the affected areas.
  • Leave it to dry completely and do the same process daily till you find the skin rashes are cleared completely.

Note: If you’re unable to bear the burning sensation or irritation after applying vinegar then you can pour few drops of water in ACV to dilute it before application.

Method – 4: (Baking Soda with Black Coffee)

Coffee has chlorogenic acid, an anti-inflammatory compound that helps you in dealing with the painful and itching rashes. So, this combination will work wonders in healing the ivy rashes and allergic reaction.

  • Pour enough of cold black coffee in 1/2 cup of baking soda and stir well till it forms a thick paste.
  • Spread this paste on the rashes affected skin areas.
  • Let it dry completely for few minutes and continue this application for 2 – 3 times daily until you get rid of poison oak rashes.
  • This application will not only soothes the irritated skin but also heals the problem quickly.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Make sure to consult your doctor if you’re suffering from fever, nausea, difficulty in breathing, headache, swollen lymph nodes, yellow discharge from the blisters, etc. for immediate treatment to get rid of the problem.
  2. Never apply these baking soda methods on the rashes developed on the genitals, mouth, eyes or other sensitive areas of the skin.
  3. Also, avoid inhaling the smoke of poison oak or ivy plant, as it will also toxic and causes an allergic reaction on the skin.
  4. Don’t scratch, scrub or pop the blisters, as it spread the infection to other areas of the skin and make the situation worse.
  5. Whenever you go to woods or forest areas then take some skin care like wearing long sleeves to cover your skin, take a bottle of ACV and baking soda, wear gloves to remove these plants, rinse your hands thoroughly before eating food, rinse the skin exposed area immediately with water, etc.
  6. Remove the clothes which you came into contact with poison oak plant and wash them immediately to prevent its spread.
  7. Prevention is best than cure. So, identify those poisonous plants and avoid getting into contact with them.

Hope you find the article helpful and try these baking soda methods to get rid of poison oak rash. Do you know any other successful baking soda methods for poison oak or ivy rashes? Then share your experience with us in the below comments box.

5 Best Ways to use Baking Soda for Canker Sores

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Baking Soda for Canker Sores

Canker sores (or aphthous ulcers) are small shallow lesions that appear in red color with white or yellow centers. They develop inside the mouth, at the base of gums, cheeks, throat, and tongue.

These sores are not contagious but cause a lot of pain, stress and make you feel difficult while eating or talking. Poor diet, low immune system, stress, hormonal imbalances, food allergies or sensitivities, usage of toothpaste or mouth rinses having sodium lauryl sulfate,  accidental cheek bite, certain health problems, etc. will cause these canker or mouth sores.

Most of these sores can go away on their own within a time period of 1 – 2 weeks, if not then you should consult your doctor for proper diagnose and treatment.

Although there are many natural remedies for treating this canker sore, here we are explaining about an amazing natural ingredient called Baking Soda.

Baking Soda for Canker Sores:

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is an effective natural remedy for treating many skin, beauty and health problems with its properties like antacid, neutralizer, exfoliator, cavities remover, etc.

So, have a look at how to use baking soda for canker sores relief.

Is Baking Soda Heals Canker Sores?

  • Baking soda exhibits antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiseptic properties that kill the helicobacter pylori (bacteria) causing these sores and peptic ulcers and also clear all the germs, which are causing infection in the mouth.
  • It acts as an alkalizing agent that neutralizes the acid – alkaline level in the mouth and clears the infection. It also reduces the ability of bacteria to get into the salivary glands and cause infection.
  • It acts as a protective layer on the applied areas and protects it from external irritants.
  • The anti-inflammatory property of baking soda will help you a lot in reducing the pain, inflammation, and swelling.
  • It balances your mouth’s pH levels and thereby freshen your breath and reduce the pain.

How Baking Soda Cures Canker Sores:

Here are some effective ways of using baking soda for healing canker sores. Try these baking soda methods and get relief from canker sores.

Method – 1: (Baking Soda)

The inside area of the mouth is sensitive and the direct usage of baking soda will cause some burning sensation or irritation.

So, test it before using undiluted baking soda directly on the canker sore affected area. But this application will help to neutralize the acid reaction and thereby eases your pain.

How Baking Soda Cures Canker Sores

  • Apply some baking soda directly on the canker sore either with your clean finger or a cotton swab.
  • Leave it on for few minutes until you bear the sensation and then wash the mouth thoroughly with lukewarm water.
  • Repeat this baking soda application regularly to remove the bacteria and to heal the sores.

Method – 2: (Baking Soda with Water)

This is one best way of using baking soda for treating your canker sores on the gums, throat, lips, inside the mouth and tongue. This water mixed baking soda give relief from pain by acting as a protective layer on the mouth.

  • Pour 1 tablespoon of water in 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
  • Stir well to make a fine paste and apply it on the sore affected areas of the mouth.
  • Wait for few minutes to get dry and wash it with lukewarm water.
  • Make sure to perform a gargle function to clear the bacteria and other germs or reduce the acid attack on the mouth causing these canker sores.
  • Continue this baking soda application for once daily until you get complete relief from the canker sores.

Baking Soda with Water for Canker Sores

Method – 3: (Baking Soda Mouth Wash)

Usage of harsh chemical based mouth washes will even more damage the sores and leave you with burning sensation. So, use baking soda as your mouth rinse to clear the bacteria causing sores and also soothes your pain.

  • Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1/2 cup of warm water and stir well till the baking soda is dissolved completely in water.
  • Now use this baking soda water to rinse the mouth and gargle.
  • Never ever swallow this mix; you should spit it out to clear the impurities or bacteria causing sores.
  • Do this mouth wash for once daily till you cleared these sores inside the mouth.

Baking Soda Mouth Wash For Canker Sores

Note: Or stir 2 – 3 drops of peppermint oil and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda in 2 ounces of water. Use this solution as your mouthwash to rinse your mouth. Do it once daily.

Method – 4: (Baking Soda with Hydrogen Peroxide and Salt)

Hydrogen peroxide treats canker sores with its strong disinfectant, antibacterial and antiseptic properties that clear the infection causing microbes and relieves your pain. Salt is an excellent remedy for clearing the fluids from the sores and thereby speed up the healing process.

  • Stir small amounts of hydrogen peroxide (3%), baking soda and salt in a small bowl.
  • Use this solution to rinse your mouth.
  • Repeat the same process for 4 – 5 times daily till you get relief from the canker sores.

Note:

  • Or mix 1 teaspoon each of baking soda and salt in enough water. Stir well and apply it on the canker sores. Rinse off with water after few minutes. Or mix this baking soda and salt in 3/4 cup of water and use it as a mouth wash. Do it once daily for few days.
  • Also, mix 2 teaspoons of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt and few drops of liquid Benadryl in 1 cup of warm water. Stir and use it to swish all around the mouth for few minutes and spit out. Don’t swallow it and repeat the same regularly.

Method – 5: (Baking Soda with Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera exhibits antibacterial, antiseptic and skin soothing properties that help you a lot in easing the pain and this combination will heal the problem and speed up the recovery time.

  • First of all, rinse your mouth thoroughly with aloe vera juice (prefer fresh juice).
  • Then place a small amount of baking soda directly on the sore.
  • Wait for few minutes and rinse off with water.
  • Continue the same process regularly till you get complete relief from the problem.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Baking soda will sting a bit, so you should be very careful while applying and also apply it only on the sore affected areas of the mouth.
  2. Rinsing your mouth with baking soda water after each meal and before bedtime will help to clear the bacteria and reduce the frequency of canker sores occurrence.
  3. You can sprinkle some baking soda on your toothbrush and use it to brush your teeth.
  4. The rich content of sodium levels in baking soda may result in some health problems, so limit the quantity of baking soda and rinse the mouth thoroughly with water after every usage.
  5. Take your dentist or doctor appointment immediately, if you find anything wrong or causing more pain or breakouts.
  6. Check with your doctor if you’re suffering from blood pressure or on diet control or restricted sodium intake before using baking soda for canker sores.
  7. Drink plenty of water and consume a healthy diet to strengthen your immune system and thereby to get relief from these health problems.
  8. Get enough rest and exercise regularly along with performing yoga and meditation to get relief from stress and thereby many health, skin and hair problems, including this canker sores.
  9. Practice some oral care like brushing your teeth with soft bristled toothbrush for twice daily, floss it once daily and consult your dentist for every 6 months to get relief from the dental problems.

These baking soda methods will definitely help you in treating the canker sores. Try this baking soda to get complete relief from canker sores and share your experience with us.

Face Masks for Oily Skin using Gram Flour (or Besan)

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Face Masks for Oily Skin using Gram Flour

Oily skin is very difficult to manage because of its excess production of sebum with the over active sebaceous glands. Most of the people say that oily skin is a problematic skin type that makes the skin more prone to various skin problems like acne, blackheads, etc.

The oil which is accumulated on the skin’s surface will attract all the dirt and impurities easily and then clogs the skin pores to form as acne or other skin problems. The best way to get rid of these skin problems is to reduce the excess oil production and its accumulation on the skin.

So, to prevent clogged pores, you have to take some special care on your skin not by using commercial chemical based skin care products but with some natural remedies available at home.

Here we are explaining you some face masks for oily skin by using a natural and effective remedy called gram flour (besan).  Gram flour is widely used in India and other Asian countries to reduce the oiliness on the skin and look fresh.

How is Besan Effective in Treating Oily Skin?

  • Gram flour has a powerful natural absorbent that effectively soaks away the excess oil and also controls the production of sebaceous glands.
  • The natural skin alkalizing property of besan will help to maintain the pH of the skin and thereby controls the excess oil secretion by your sebaceous glands.
  • It acts as a natural cleanser that effectively removes all the accumulated dirt, dead cells, oils, dirt and other impurities from the skin.
  • It unclogs the skin pores and makes you feel fresh and free from infections.

Best Besan Face Masks for Oily Skin:

Here are some methods of using besan or gram flour for oily skin in which you can use gram flour along or in combination with other natural ingredients to get rid of oily skin.

Have a look at them and try it at home to get relief from excess oiliness on the face.

Mask – 1: (Gram Flour)

Gram flour removes oil, dirt and other impurities on the skin to make you feel fresh and rejuvenated.

  • Pour 2 tablespoons of besan in a bowl and stir it by adding enough water.
  •  Whisk it till it forms a fine thick paste.
  • Spread it on the face as a mask and leave it for few minutes till dry.
  • Finally, rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat dry it.
  • Continue doing the same process once or twice daily to get rid of excess oiliness on the skin.

Mask – 2: (Gram Flour with Lemon)

Both lemon and gram flour will help to reduce the production of sebum and restores the pH levels of the skin. Lemon juice will shrink the enlarged skin pores with its astringent property.

  • Place 2 tablespoons of gram flour in a small bowl.
  • Then add 1 tablespoon each of fresh lemon juice and water to it.
  • Stir well to make a fine paste and apply it all over the face and neck.
  • Wait for 20 – 30 minutes and then rinse your face and neck with water.
  • Dry your skin and repeat the same regularly for thrice a week.

Note:

  • You can replace lemon with tomato (salicylic acid will exfoliate the skin). Blend a large ripe tomato and mix enough besan in it to make a paste. Spread it on the face and rinse off with water after 20 minutes.
  • Never go out in the sun for 4 hours after trying this face mask, as lemon will make the skin as photo sensitive and darken your skin tone.

Mask – 3: (Gram Flour with Curd)

Curd (or yogurt) has an astringent property that closes your enlarged skin pores and thereby reduces the sebum production. It also has alpha hydroxy acid and lactic acid that exfoliate the skin to remove the dirt and excess oil.

  • Whisk 2 – 3 tablespoons of curd in a small bowl and add 2 tablespoons of gram flour to it.
  • Stir well to make a paste and apply it all over the face and neck as a mask.
  • Let it sit for 30 minutes and rinse your face and neck with lukewarm water.
  • Dry the skin and continue this face mask for once in every 2 days to get relief from oily skin.

Note: Or use milk instead of curd. Simply, stir 2 tablespoons of besan by adding enough milk till it forms a paste. Apply it on the face and rinse it off with lukewarm water after it dried completely. Do it once daily.

Mask – 4: (Gram Flour with Orange Peel)

Most of the people know that orange peel is one best remedy for treating oily skin, as it absorbs the excess oil from the skin with its rich content of vitamin C. It balances the oil production and thus prevents the skin from getting over oily or dryness.

  • Put 1 tablespoon each of gram flour and orange peel powder in a bowl.
  • Mix well by adding some water to make a fine paste.
  • Apply it on the face and neck thoroughly.
  • Massage gently for 5 – 7 minutes in circular motions.
  • Wait for 30 minutes and rinse with water.
  • Repeat the same for thrice a week on regular basis.

Note: Or you can replace orange peel powder with raw honey or cucumber juice or turmeric with water or rose water to make a fine paste and apply it on the face as a mask to get rid of excess oiliness on the skin.

Bonus Method for you to get rid of Oily Skin….

Gram Flour Scrub with Sugar:

Sugar exfoliates the skin to remove dirt, dead cells, and other impurities and thereby shrink the enlarged pores and unclogs your skin pores. It balances the skin’s pH level to maintain a perfect balance of oil.

  • Pour enough water in 2 tablespoons of gram flour in a bowl and stir well to make a paste.
  • Then add 1 tablespoon of sugar (prefer brown sugar) to it and mix well.
  • Apply this mix on the face and neck.
  • Massage gently with your fingers for up to 5 – 8 minutes.
  • Let it sit for 15 minutes and rinse off with water.
  • Dry your skin and repeat it regularly to clear the excess oil on the skin.

Tips and Suggestions:

  1. If you feel that your skin is over drying after these face masks, then apply some water – based moisturizer to moisturize your skin.
  2. Never ever apply these gram four face packs on your eyelids or under the eyes, as it causes irritation and dries out the skin.
  3. Always apply a sunscreen to protect the skin while you steep out in the sun after these face masks why because the besan will remove the skin’s layer of dead cells and reveal a new layer, which may prone to tanning.
  4. Cleansing, toning, and moisturizing should become your daily skin care routine to control the production of excess oil by the sebaceous glands.
  5. Drink plenty of water and consume a healthy diet to stay hydrated and oil – free.
  6. Use a foam or gel based cleanser to clean your face for twice daily and exfoliate regularly.
  7. Always remove the makeup before going to sleep and relax your body to reduce your stress levels, as stress will imbalance the hormonal levels and thereby result in skin or health problems.

Hope these besan face mask will help you in treating the oily skin. Do you know any other successful besan methods for oily skin? Then share it with us in the below comments box.

Best Ways to use Essential Oils for Swollen Ankles and Feet

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Best Ways to use Essential Oils for Swollen Ankles and Feet

Most of the people think that essential oils are widely used as aromatherapy agents, which relax and calm down your mind and body. But, do you know they are used to treat many physical conditions? Surprising! Isn’t it?

Yes, essential oils can be used to treat many skin, health and hair problems like acne, psoriasis, scalp infection, hair loss, blemishes or scars removal, swollen feet and ankles and gives flawless skin.

Here, in this article, we will let you how to use essential oils for treating swollen feet and ankles. The swelling indicates some fluid retention in the feet or ankles and it causes extreme pain until you get rid of the swelling.

In general, pregnancy, obesity, sprained ankles, PMS, congestive heart failure, Achilles’ tendonitis, osteoarthritis, deep vein thrombosis, walking (or sitting or standing) for long distance, cirrhosis, etc. are some causes for this ankle and foot swelling. It can also be termed as edema, a condition used to describe an excess of watery fluids that collected in the cavities and tissues of the body.

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These essential oils help to reduce swelling, alleviate pain and soothes the swollen body parts but if the swelling persists (or occurs frequently) then you should consult your doctor immediately, as it can be a symptoms of any underlying disease like infection or illness, hypertension, liver failure, varicose veins, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.

Essential oils contain diuretic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that help to clear this swollen ankles and feet.

Let’s get started…

Essential Oils to Treat Feet and Ankle Swelling:

Here we are explaining you some best essential oils which help you in dealing with swollen feet and ankles.

Make sure that you can use essential oil either directly or diluted with any carrier oil but diluting it in a carrier oil is the best way to grab effective results, as these oils are strong in nature and carrier oils will reduce its intensity to get rid of the irritation and itching.

Chamomile Essential Oil – It has anti-inflammatory property to help with your swollen limbs and thereby clears swelling feet, legs, and ankles. So, simple apply few drops of this oil on the affected area and massage it for few minutes (or) Pour oil on a damp towel and use it to rub on the legs and feet.

Lavender Essential Oil – Its application will ease the discomfort of swelling in different parts of the body. Simply apply few drops of lavender oil directly on the affected areas and massage gently by using a moderate pressure. Repeat regularly till the pain or swelling subsides.

Tea Tree Essential Oil – This oil has an anti-inflammatory property that reduces your swelling and pain along with clearing the water or fluid retention. Simply dilute few drops of tea tree oil in any carrier oil and apply it on the swollen areas. Massage gently using outward strokes by moving from feet up towards the knees to clear the fluid. Continue it twice daily to treat swollen feet and ankles.

Fennel Essential Oil – It helps a lot in clearing the retention on the skin and thus make it function properly. This oil when mixed with other essential oils will give relief from the pain and other discomforts. Mix 15 drops each of fennel oil and cypress oil in 30 ml of evening primrose oil. Stir and massage this oil mix on the swollen areas to get rid of the problem.

Geranium Essential Oil – It balances the oil glands causing the skin to get inflamed. So, mix few drops of rose geranium oil in any carrier oil and apply it directly on the swollen body parts. Massage gently for few minutes and repeat the process regularly till you get rid of the problem.

Juniper Essential Oil – This oil is effective in treating swelling caused due to rheumatism, water retention and premenstrual symptoms. It also detoxifies the body and gives instant relief from swelling and pain. Stir few drops of this oil in any carrier oil and apply it on the legs where you’re suffering from this swelling.

Grapefruit Essential Oil – The strong anti-inflammatory compounds in this oil will help to reduce swelling in the feet and ankles. You can either apply it directly to the skin or blend it with a carrier oil. Rub it gently on the applied areas for few minutes and repeat it twice daily until you cleared this problem.

How to use Essential Oils for Swollen Ankles and Feet:

Here are some best ways of using essential oils to get rid of ankles and feet swelling. Have a look at them and follow them regularly till you get complete relief from the pain and swelling.

1. Massage Therapy:

Till now, we came to know the benefits of using essential oils separately but to form a therapeutic mix that has more incredible healing abilities, why not we combine these oils together and apply it on the affected area.

Now let’s have a look on some essential oil blends which help you in relieving your pain and swelling.

Method – 1: (Blend of Grapefruit with Lemongrass and Cypress Oil)

All these essential oils have an anti-inflammatory property that works on the swollen area to give you relief within few minutes.

  • Pour 2 – 3 drops each of lemongrass oil, grapefruit oil and cypress oil in 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of melted coconut oil.
  • Stir all these oil ingredients using a toothpick and apply it on the affected areas.
  • Massage gently for about 5 – 10 minutes and continue this application 2 – 3 times daily till you get complete relief from the problem.

Note:

  • Or simply mix 10 drops each of these oils in a bottle and shake well and use 6 – 8 drops of this oil mix when you need by using a dropper.
  • Also, you can include 10 drops each of fennel oil, juniper berry oil and geranium oil along with the above essential oil mix. Replace fractionated coconut oil with canola or sunflower oil.
  • Remember that swollen feet and ankles are mostly caused due to poor blood circulation. So, to enhance the blood circulation, keep your feet up while using this massage therapy.

Method – 2: (Blend of Peppermint, Lemon and Eucalyptus Oil)

This oil blend is very effective in treating pain and swelling with its pain relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. It also relaxes your mind and body with its relaxing property by acting as a soothing concoction.

  • Pour 2 – 3 drops each of peppermint oil, eucalyptus oil, and lemon oil in 1 ounce of melted coconut oil.
  • Stir all these oils in a small bowl using a toothpick.
  • Apply it on the swollen feet and ankles and massage gently for 5 – 10 minutes.
  • Repeat it 2 – 3 times daily to get quick relief from the feet and ankles swelling.

Note:

  • For additional fragrance and relaxation, you can add 2 – 3 drops of lavender oil to this oil mix before application.
  • If you’re suspecting that swelling is caused due to any infection then you can replace eucalyptus oil with tea tree oil, which contains antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties to get rid of the infection.

2. Foot Soak:

Soaking your feet in essential oils will also help you in treating the swollen ankles and feet. Here are some ways which you try it to get rid of the problem.

Method – 1: (Chamomile Essential Oil)

Chamomile oil reduces the inflammation, relieves your pain and soothes the nerves and aching muscles. Always prefer to use German chamomile essential oil for these foot soaks, as it contains azulene compound that helps a lot in reducing the swelling.

  • Fill the foot tub (medium tub) with warm water and add 5 – 10 drops of chamomile oil to it.
  • Stir and soak your feet in this water for at least 10 minutes (or till the water stays warm).
  • Do this foot soak for 2 – 3 times daily for best results.

Method – 2: (Wintergreen Essential Oil)

Wintergreen oil is highly effective oil with strong nature that helps to reduce the swelling and relax your sore feet and ankles. It acts as a pain reliever that widely used to treat many conditions like muscle pain, headaches, painful ankles, and feet.

  • Fill a medium tub with warm water and pour 2 – 3 drops of wintergreen essential oil to it.
  • Adding other essentials oil like 5 – 8 drops of peppermint, lavender, geranium, lemongrass or cypress essential oil will complement this mix and aids in quick relief.
  • Stir and soak your feet in this water for 10 minutes (or till the water is warm).
  • Continue this process for 2 – 3 times daily till you reduce the pain and swelling.

Note: Also, after soaking, dry your feet and massage the affected area gently with essential oil blend for getting quick relief.

Method – 3: (Juniper Essential Oil)

Juniper essential oil helps a lot in treating your pain and swelling with its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties, as I mentioned in the above.

  • Pour few drops of juniper oil in a small tub filled with lukewarm water.
  • Stir and dip your feet in this water and leave it for 15 – 20 minutes.
  • You will experience the relief from swelling within few minutes.
  • Repeat this foot soak once or twice daily.

Method – 4: (Essential Oil Blend)

Using more than one essential oil will help you in clearing the fluids stored in your limbs and thereby relieves your swollen ankles and legs.

  • Mix 1 drop each of lemon oil and geranium oil and 2 drops of lavender oil in your small tub filled with warm water.
  • Stir and dip your feet in this water, make sure that ankles and feet are properly dipped in water (check water level).
  • Soak your feet for 5 – 10 minutes (not more than 10 minutes) and dry it gently.
  • Repeat it once or twice daily.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Pregnant women and children below 7 years should not use essential oils for treating any problem.
  2. If you’re suffering from swollen ankles, then place some stones or pebbles in the bottom of the tub and gently rub your soles over them to get extra relaxation but don’t do it if you’re suffering from swollen feet.
  3. Always keep your body well hydrated by drinking more of water to flush out the toxins, salt, and other impurities.
  4. Prefer to take an Epsom salt bath, which contains anti-inflammatory and skin soothing properties along with clearing the water retention in the body.
  5. Don’t wear tight clothes, as it can restrict the proper flow of blood to your limbs and thereby causes retention of water and fluids.
  6. Reduce the intake of salt, caffeinated or carbonated drinks and quit smoking and drinking alcohol, as it causes water or fluid retention and causes swelling.
  7. Consult your doctor or medical professional if you’re experiencing fever, shortness of breath, chest pain or any liver or heart problems while suffering from swollen ankles and feet for proper diagnose and treatment.

Try these essential oils for swollen ankles and feet. Do you know any other successful essential oils for treating ankles and feet swelling? Then share it with us in the below comments box.