How to Treat Scabies With Tiger Balm
Tiger balm has been used for over a century to relieve bodily aches and pains. This potent natural remedy is also useful as an alternative to antihistamines to soothe the seemingly endless itching caused by scabies infections. Convenient and effective, tiger balm may be just the salve needed to get you through an unfortunate insect infestation. Read on for the steps to get started.
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Instructions
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Take a small amount of tiger balm ointment with your fingertips and rub the ointment into the areas of the skin infected by scabies.
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Make sure to rub in the tiger balm using a circular motion until the ointment has penetrated the skin. You should experience a slight warming sensation at this point.
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Apply the balm one to two more times per day, or until the itching and discomfort has subsided.
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Tips & Warnings
In addition to using tiger balm to treat skin, protect against another scabies infestation by washing all linens, towels and clothes in hot water and drying in a dryer. Vacuum the house thoroughly and dispose of the vacuum bag to keep any scabies mites from re-entering the house.
Do not apply tiger balm to infants younger than a year, unless advised to do so by a health care professional. Avoid the eye area when using tiger balm, and wash your hands after use.
