Well, it’s that time of year again, poison ivy is rampant in my yard and I have had my second batch of poison ivy this year. Such is the life of a gardener. Here in Ohio, the stuff grows like shrubs and in the past 20 years at this house, I have never completely irradicated it. The good news is, I have figured out how to heal poison ivy with essential oils.
Practice makes perfect and I am so excited to share a non-toxic and safe way to combat the painful itchy and sometimes dangerous poison ivy skin eruptions. Poison ivy rash is caused by an allergic reaction to an oily resin called urushiol. This is the oil found in the leaves, stems, and roots of poison ivy. It is important to immediately wash your skin if you come into contact with the plant. Washing the affected area with soap may reduce your chances of getting a poison ivy rash.
How To Heal Poison Ivy With Essential Oils
SUPPLIES
rubbing alcohol swabs
band-aids or bandages
DIRECTIONS
At first appearance, gently tap the alcohol swab on the poison ivy. Do not wipe the affected area of the skin. Use as many individual swabs as needed. Let the skin dry.
Depending on the size of the poison ivy breakout, choose either a band-aid or a bandage for a larger area. Open the band-aid or bandage. On the white gauze section of the band-aid, drip one drop of essential oil.
Every time you change your bandage, repeat the same steps.
WHICH ESSENTIAL OIL
Lavender essential oil is used for many many ailments but is especially effective in the treatment of skin problems of various kinds. Lavender has a rich history of well-documented research on its effectiveness. It is antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial. It is the very first oil that I apply to a poison ivy breakout. Many times this will take care of it and even prevent the oozing blisters.
For the poison ivy itch, I use Peppermint essential oil. Peppermint is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antiviral. Be prepared that if the Peppermint is applied to the open, oozing poison ivy wound it may sting for a moment.
To prevent infection or if you think you already have one use Melaleuca or On Guard essential oil. Melaleuca and the OnGuard formula has antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, immune stimulant, neuro-tonic, as well as antiparasitic. You definitely want these oils in your essential oil medicine cabinet!
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YOUR TURN…
Comment below, what is your favorite essential oil, and why?
Blessings,
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*These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Essential Oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Pregnant or lactating women and persons with known medical conditions should consult a physician prior to the use of any essential oil.
I appreciate this post. Will try it out!
Fantastic, please let me know how you like the protocol!
There is evidently a lot to know about this, thank you!
There really is a lot to learn about essential oils. I am so thankful you stopped by The Peaceful Haven!