Chiggers are small red mites, they are found in parks, rivers, forests, lakes, all places with grass and wet places. It is very difficult to see the insect with the naked eye. Here’s how to relieve stinging skin irritation and sting pain.
You could be outside for a walk in the park with your kids. Or maybe enjoy an afternoon on the soccer field. This outdoor fun, however, sometimes comes at a price – an itchy, itchy rash that’s caused by pests you can’t even see.
This is called aoutats, insects so small that you need a magnifying glass to spot them. They are not dangerous, but their sting can leave you with a strong urge to scratch. Don’t let them get the upper hand! Learn how to soothe skin irritation with simple tips or a remedy, and find out how prevent bites the next time you go out.
Aoutats: All the tips of grandmother to get rid of it and soothe the irritation and the pain
1. Take a hot bath to remove them
Bathing in hot water helps get rid of chiggers hanging on the skin. For this you need to apply soap to the body to form a good amount of foam and take a bath with warm water. Repeat this several times in a day. Augustat should not resist.
In hot water, wash your clothes and any blankets or towels that have touched the ground to kill any insects that still cling to them.
2. Baking soda to soothe the chigger bite
Baking soda helps reduce itching and other problems caused by all types of insect bites (also mosquito bites). After your bath, mix the baking soda with very little water. Apply the mixture to the areas affected by the bite. Let dry before rinsing.
3. Use calamine lotion
To calm and treat rashes or hives on the skin due to a bite of chiggers, the benefits of calamine lotion are no longer to be bragged about. Apply calamine lotion to areas affected by insect bites (chiggers, bees, mosquito bites), and rub gently. It will soothe the skin quickly. (See homemade calamine lotion recipe ici).
4. Ice cubes to reduce swelling
Ice can be used to reduceswelling from a sting. Cover ice cubes with a piece of cloth. Apply the cold compress to the swollen area. After that, place the affected body part at a high height.This will bring relief from the symptoms.
5. Vicks© drug
The Vicks VapoRub© can help reduce the urge to scratch. Mix it with table salt to amplify its action. Apply the mixture to the areas affected by the bite (also works for a mosquito bite). Repeat the mixture several times for the best results.