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Poison Ivy


If you have an unexpected encounter with poison ivy, you’re gonna need to ditch the itch. But if you don’t have any soothing Calamine® lotion on hand, don’t worry—you probably have a few super soothers in your kitchen cupboard. Check these out:

Baking soda—
  • Bathe in it—dump ½ cup of baking soda into lukewarm bathwater and soak for a while.
  • Slather it on—mix a handful of baking soda with just enough water to make a thick paste, and spread it all over the affected areas. After the paste dries, take a hot shower to rinse off the residue.
  • Go herbal—make a paste using witch hazel instead of water, and smooth it on the itchy spots. You’ll get a tingly, cooling sensation that’s just what the doctor ordered.
Buttermilk—dip a clean soft cloth into a cupful, and sponge it over your rashy skin.

Tomatoes—cut a green tomato in half, and rub the cut part over the itchy bumps.

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