How To Make Your Own Calamine Lotion For Skin Care

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Calamine lotion comes very handy when you are suffering from rashes and itchy skin. The great news is, we have recently discovered a wonderful homemade calamine lotion recipe that uses healthy natural ingredients! You might even save money too! In addition to the clay and other minerals typically seen in calamine, the recipes contain essential oils that are widely regarded to have benefits for the skin.

Here is a quick commentary on the herbal / natural ingredients in the homemade calamine lotion:

Lavender

A wonderful herb that works just fine with different skin types, lavender is a powerful herb that offers a wide range of benefits to the skin. In addition to its anti-inflammatory properties, lavender is known for its anti-bacterial and antiseptic powers that eradicate bacteria which cause inflammation, swelling, and skin infections. Research shows that the herb is capable of reducing scarring, speeding up the healing process of burns and more importantly, in stimulating new cell regeneration. Due to its anti-fungal properties, lavender is able to eradicate fungi that cause itch and other skin infections.

Peppermint

Peppermint essential oil is probably one of the most popular in the world of aromatherapy. When applied topically onto the skin, peppermint is considered valuable for soreness, acne, unhealthy skin, rash and itching. Also known for its cooling and soothing effects, peppermint is capable of stimulating the nerves, as well as in improving blood circulation which are believed to be effective in enhancing dull skin. The cooling effects of this herb help in reducing skin inflammation, and in easing skin burn, insect bites and rashes.

Camphor

Camphor is a waxy, crystalline substance obtained from the “Camphor Laurel” tree, Cinnamonum camphora. It can also be found as an essential oil. For centuries now, camphor has been widely used to treat various skin ailments which include irritation, pain and itching. It is a popular ingredients for many skin care products that address itch and rash. In addition to its ability to increase blood flow, camphor also works best in treating various skin conditions that are caused by fungi, bacteria and virus. Research shows that camphor makes a good treatment for recurring skin itch conditions like scabies and heat rash.

Tea Tree

Tea tree essential oil is probably one of the most popular natural ingredients in skin products nowadays. The herb has anti-bacterial and antifungal properties that can help prevent and treat skin conditions like warts, acne, dandruff, cuts, scrapes, insect bites, chicken pox, athlete’s foot and ringworm.

Enjoy making your own homemade calamine lotion now. Here is the link to the full tutorial:

https://nourishingjoy.com/homemade-calamine-lotion/

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