Psoriasis is a serious skin condition that is caused by skin cells replacing themselves faster than they should. This leads to a very itchy, red rash and it can affect many different parts of the body. In some cases, it is temporary and the symptoms fade on their own without treatment. However, a lot of people struggle with it for many years and it has a big impact on their life. It makes it difficult to sleep properly because you are uncomfortable and people feel self conscious about the way that it looks.
The good news is, there are some effective treatments that can give you relief from your symptoms, even if you don’t want to use heavily medicated creams. These are some of the best natural ways to find relief from Psoriasis.
Natural Creams
Even though you might want to avoid heavily medicated creams prescribed by your doctor, that doesn’t mean you should avoid treatment creams altogether. There are some great companies, like Grahams natural products, who create all-natural treatments that are incredibly effective for people with Psoriasis, as well as other skin conditions, like eczema or rosacea. They are made using completely natural ingredients, which means that the risk of skin irritation is much lower, but they are still very effective in combating the symptoms of Psoriasis.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar might sound like a strange thing to use to treat skin conditions but it is actually very effective and many people with Psoriasis use it. It is especially good if you have Psoriasis on the scalp, so if you find that your scalp is incredibly itchy, make a solution with water and apple cider vinegar and rub it in. Just make sure that you wash it out shortly afterwards so it doesn’t cause skin irritation. Do not use this remedy if your skin is cracked and bleeding either because it can be very painful.
Sun Exposure
The sun is great for Psoriasis, which is one of the reasons that it is more likely to be aggravated in winter. It’s important that you try to get as much sun as possible, even in the winter, so make sure to spend at least 5 or 10 minutes outside each day. In the summer, use sunscreen on areas that are not affected by Psoriasis and limit your sun exposure because too much can damage the skin and increase your risk of cancer.
Epsom Salt
Epsom salt or dead sea salt are both very effective ways to soften the skin and shed some of the dead skin that causes irritation. If you fill a bath with salts and then soak for 15 minutes, you should notice a big difference. Once you are out of the bath, use a good quality moisturizer to lock in the moisture and you will get extended relief from your symptoms.
If you suffer from Psoriasis, these are all simple, natural remedies to help prevent pain and itching.
*collaborative post
