Usually itchy skin only lasts a short amount of time and is caused by an irritating fabric or a bug bite. However, some people suffer from itchy skin that is caused by a skin condition like eczema, shingles, hives or psoriasis. In some cases, itchy skin could also be a sign of ringworm or scabies.
If your itch doesn’t go away with home remedies see a SMD dermatologist to find the cause and help find relief.
Here are our top tips which may help soothe an itch:
- Take an oatmeal bath.
- Moisturize the skin with a moisturizer free of fragrances, perfumes or additives
- Apply a wet, cold cloth or ice pack to the area with the itch for about five to ten minutes.
- Apply menthol or calamine to the area with the itch.
Avoid scratching, try and reduce stress (which can make your itch worse) and always bathe in lukewarm not hot water.