Eczema, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, ichthyosis, vitiligo, and hives are some of the most commonly occurring skin problems. Skin health is a mirror of your overall health, and your skin requires constant care as it is exposed to pollutants and may develop reactions. If you encounter any unnatural sensation on your skin like irritation or a burning sensation, do not take it casually. Do not leave it unattended, and consult a doctor if need be. You can also start with simple treatments at home.

Home remedies for curing skin problems

The following are some simple yet effective home remedies for skin problems:

• Fresh aloe vera
  Aloe vera has been used to treat skin problems since time immemorial. When you accidentally injure your finger in the kitchen, you are recommended to apply aloe vera gel, and when you are suffering from dry skin, you can use it to nourish your skin. Apart from healing wounds, aloe vera is widely renowned for its antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-viral properties. The gel that oozes out of the aloe vera leaves is very effective when it comes to treating itchy or irritated skin. Just ensure that the aloe you get is fresh.
• Coconut oil
  Coconut oil is derived from the milk content in coconuts, and apart from being used as a cooking oil, it helps moisturize the skin. It has saturated fats in high amounts, and its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties make it a very valuable medicinal product. You can apply it to itchy or irritated skin, but you must use unprocessed coconut oil to get the best benefits of its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
• Baking soda
  One of the most popular things that have been used in home-based treatments for skin problems is baking soda. Apart from treating itchy skin, it is known to cure rashes, bug bites, and poison ivy. Also, it is very convenient to use. Put 1 or 2 cups (as per your requirement) of baking soda in a small bucket filled with moderately warm water. Soak the part of the skin that needs treatment in this water for some time, dry it, and then apply some moisturizer.
• Indigo naturalis
  This is a powdered substance, dark-blue in color and made from dry Qing Dai, a Chinese herb. Indigo naturalis has proved to be an effective cure for mild or moderate psoriasis and other complications arising as a result of inflammation. It is also applied as an ointment to provide relief from irritated or inflamed skin. Though it may leave the skin colored blue, the stain goes away after some time. Also, it can be refined to remove the dark-blue dye while still retaining its healing properties.
• Oatmeal
  For centuries, oatmeal has proved to treat several mild to severe allergic skin problems. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized using oatmeal as a skin protectant in the year 2003. Now, you have several skin care products using oatmeal as one of their primary ingredients. You can use oatmeal while taking a shower to reap its benefits, and you can choose from a range of products from several lifestyle companies that manufacture and market products to be used for an oatmeal bath.