Natural Remedies for Dermatitis Relief

Is your skin easily irritated? Does it tend to suffer from redness, itching, or dryness? It could possibly be due to dermatitis. In this article we will discuss several natural options to help relieve the symptoms of dermatitis.

Dermatitis is a common skin disorder. It occurs when the skin gets inflamed and can occur due to various causes.

The most common is atopic dermatitis, which usually occurs in outbreaks. However, the skin can also get inflamed after contact with certain substances (such as detergents, cosmetics, and soil fertilizers), causing contact dermatitis.

The most frequent symptoms are itching, redness and dryness. See your doctor if you think you suffer from any type of dermatitis and ask them if the following natural remedies can help to relieve dermatitis in your case.

Homemade Oil for Dermatitis Relief

In addition to the solutions we propose below, if you suffer from dermatitis or sensitive skin, you can help alleviate the discomfort by preparing your own natural oil at home with the following ingredients:

• 300 ml of almond oil

• 3 tablespoons of fennel

• 3 tablespoons of calendula

• 2 tablespoons of chamomile

• 1 tablespoon of oatmeal

Mix everything in a 500 ml amber glass container, let it macerate for 20 days, filter, and keep it in a dark place.

Apply three times a day to the affected area.

• Calaguala: Soothing properties

Calaguala is a fern (Polypodium Angustifolium), packed with anti-inflammatory benefits for the skin, making it suitable for treating atopic dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis. 

How to take it? It's a rhizome and the plant can be cooked and then applied to the affected skin. Prepare a tablespoon of the dried plant in a glass of water and apply 1 -2 times a day. Another option is to take it in dry extract, 450 to 800 mg per day. 

• Burdock: depurative action

It has been traditionally used to treat the problems of sensitive and reactive skins. It acts on the kidneys and the lymphatic system, performing a depurative action that eliminates toxins from the dermis.

How to take it? The dose is 500 to 1,500 mg of root extract per day, divided into two doses.

• Turmeric: anti-inflammatory

Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and helps the liver to purify all substances that alter the skin. It is suitable in the case of eczema or dermatitis and even in more serious disorders such as psoriasis.

How to take it? Take 350 to 500 mg of root extract. Avoid it if you suffer from gallstones.

• Fumitory: depurative effects 

This plant stimulates the hepatic purification of histamine (a substance involved in inflammation, itching, and redness of the skin) and facilitates its elimination through the kidneys.

How to take it?  Add a tablespoon of dried fumitory into a saucepan and pour a glass of water over it. Boil for 5 minutes, strain, and let it cool. Apply the infusion to the affected skin 1-3 times a day.

• Alfalfa: nutritious

As one of the most nutrient-complete plants, alfalfa improves the appearance and vitality of the dermis and offers purifying effects for the organism due to its high chlorophyll content. 

How to take it? It is recommended to take 3-5 g per day in two doses. Do not take it with anticoagulants. 

• Showy tick-trefoil: cleanses the organism

Typical of equatorial zones, showy tick-trefoil has a great purifying effect on many organs, including the liver. Therefore, it helps to cleanse the body of allergens and toxins that damage the skin.

How to take it? It is recommended to take 700 mg of extract per day. This natural dermatitis remedy should be avoided during pregnancy.

• Borage oil: for atopic dermatitis 

It is suitable for both children and adults suffering from atopic or hypersensitive skin. Its seeds are rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a substance that reduces inflammation in dermis disorders.

How to take it?  It is advisable to take 3-6 pearls of 500 mg per day, for 2-3 months.

• EPA: for painful dermatitis

EPA or Eicosapentaenoic acid is a fatty acid and one of the most important components of Omega-3. It has anti-inflammatory properties, relieving symptoms like swelling and pain. 

How to take it?  Recommended daily intake of EPA is 900 to 1,800 mg, divided into two doses. 

• CBD Oil: pain relief, moisturizer

CBD oil is one of the most popular alternative remedies for dermatitis, presenting long-lasting soothing and moisturizing effects on the skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties are known for treating various skin conditions, including dermatitis. 

How to take it? Apply CBD oil to the affected area 2-3 times a day until you see progress. Taking CBD oil orally can also help you improve dermatitis as it calms down the nervous system, thus reducing oxidative stress. 

Final Word

Dermatitis is a skin disorder caused by skin inflammation, displaying common symptoms such as dryness, scales, pain, and redness. 

Regulating dermatitis is not always a simple task, so boosting your treatment with these natural remedies may aid in faster skin recovery and reduce inflammation.