How to Make a Natural Treatment for a Psoriasis Breakout

Licorice is more than just a candy flavoring. The root of the plant has anti-inflammatory properties that work much like topical steroid creams when applied to the skin, without the side effects of steroid medications. This makes licorice an outstanding gentle treatment to help heal a breakout of psoriasis. Use a licorice decoction once or twice a day until the psoriasis lesions clear. It will not irritate your skin.

Things You'll Need

• Saucepan
• 2 tablespoons licorice root
• Heatproof cup
• Small plate
• Cloth or gauze pad
• Towel

Instructions

1. Bring a small pan of water to a heavy boil. Remove from the heat once bubbles begin to roll throughout the water.

2. Place 2 tablespoons of licorice root in a heatproof cup or mug.

3. Measure out 1 tablespoon of boiling water and pour it over the licorice.

4. Cover the cup with a small plate and allow the mixture to steep until it is slightly warmer than room temperature.

5. Soak a clean cloth or a gauze pad in the mixture and apply it in a thin layer over the psoriasis breakout. Wrap the area loosely in gauze, if you wish.

6. Wipe off the mixture with a soft cloth or towel after about 45 minutes, or rinse gently with warm water.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have high blood pressure, avoid herbal treatments containing licorice.

References

• “Blended Medicine”; Michael Castleman; 2002
• “Healing with Aromatherapy”; Marlene Ericksen; 2000