Poison ivy drying paste

Natural home remedies: Bug bites, hives and itching

From pesky mosquitoes to poison ivy, spending time in the great outdoors can wreak havoc on your skin. But before you spend a fortune at the pharmacy, try one of these natural home remedies for bug bites, hives and itching

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Poison ivy drying paste

This easily made, inexpensive poison ivydrying paste may coat and stick to the skin better than a lotion.

Ingredients:
• 1 tablespoon bentonite clay or finely ground oatmeal
• 10 drops lavender, chamomile, cypress, and/or geranium essential oil
• Water

Directions:
1. In a small bowl, put enough bentonite clay or finely ground oatmeal to cover the affected area. For each tablespoon of powder, stir in 10 drops of one or more of the essential oils. Moisten the mixture with water to allow for easy application and spread over the affected area.
2. Cover loosely and allow to dry. Rinse off and reapply as needed.