As such, there is no cure for psoriasis. If you are opting for home remedies then you should consult your doctor before that. Also, ensure that herbal remedies don’t have interaction with medication and may be harmful if you are pregnant and breastfeeding as well as having diabetes or high blood pressure. Here we look at a few home remedies for psoriasis.
OLIVE OIL.
Olive oil is packed with Omega 3 fatty acid which may help reduce inflammation when applied to areas of the skin affected by psoriasis. You need to apply a small amount of olive oil into scaly patches to soften them and massage some olive oil into your scalp during a shower to help get rid of flakes of skin from scalp psoriasis.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR.
For the problem of scalp psoriasis, applying apple cider vinegar several times to your scalp will reduce the itch of scalp psoriasis. To stop a burning sensation, dilute the vinegar with water and apply. Don’t apply apple cider vinegar to your skin if it’s cracked or bleeding.
BAKING SODA.
Adding baking soda in bath water will help relieve you from itching due to psoriasis.
ALOE VERA.
Applying aloe vera gel to the affected area three times a day will be beneficial for psoriasis itching. Pure aloe vera gel is generous in anti-inflammatory properties and its cooling sensation will help calm irritated skin.
TURMERIC.
Studies found that turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and is helpful in various health conditions, which include psoriasis. Also, turmeric contains antioxidant curcumin, which protects the skin by neutralizing free radicals and accelerate wound healing. Turmeric can be consumed with rice, pasta, vegetables, or mix it with juice and black pepper and drink.