How to Treat Heat Rash Naturally

Normally your body uses perspiration to cool down. Heat rash occurs when sweat is trapped by fabric or a diaper and can't escape. Itchy red bumps occur when sweat is trapped. Try the tips below to cool down and relieve the itchy bumps.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

1. Remove any clothing from the area of the rash. If you must cover the area, choose a natural fiber that breaths such as cotton. It is important to get as much air to the rash as possible.

2. Cool down the skin in that area. You can take a cool bath or use a cool compress. This will stop the sweating and relieve the itching and swelling. You can add oatmeal, corn starch or baking soda to the bath water to aid in soothing the itch. These are time tested, natural remedies for heat rash.

3. Rub on some soothing aids. After you have cooled down the skin you can rub on some skin soothers. Only do this if the rash isn't blistering. Aloe vera or calamine lotion are both great for soothing heat rash. Aloe vera will aid in healing the skin. Calamine lotion will help ease the itch.

Tips & Warnings

• If the rash is blistering, skip step three. You will not want to put anything on the rash.

Resources

• Natural Home Remedies
• Natural Remedy for Reflux Disease
• Index of Natural and Organic Beauty Recipes