Now is the time of year that everyone is enjoying being outside, being in the garden, and cleaning out the flower beds. It is also the time of year that unfortunately many people start to get into Poison Ivy! Did you know there are a few different all natural ways to help you quickly recover from that exposure?!?
First of all, begin by coming inside, removing your clothing, and immediately putting them in to wash. This limits re-exposure to them via the oils that remain on your clothing.
Then jump in for a shower with the amazing Jewelweed Soap that we offer at Whitaker’s. Jewelweed helps to prevent the spread of the rash and dry out the blisters that do form. So continue to shower and wash with this soap for as long as you have Poison Ivy or anytime you think you may have come in contact with it.
Then spray the entire affected area with Soothing Oak and Ivy Spray by Herb Pharm also available at Whitaker’s. Specifically designed for allergic contact dermatitis associated with the plants Poison Oak, Poison Ivy, and Poison Sumac. It helps relieve the itching and can prevent or lessen the occurrence of blisters. When first applied, there is an overall soothing feeling and relief of the itching. Continued use can minimize the intensity and spread of the dermatitis and speed up the healing process.
Finally, make sure to take Hyland’s Homoepathic Poison Ivy/Oak Tablets also found at Whitaker’s to help calm the allergic reaction, prevent systemic spread, and speed up the healing time.
