When camping or going outdoors a person is more likely to get in contact with poison oak or poison ivy. The plant actually has colorless oil called urushiol which is released if the plant is disturbed in any way. Just brushing up against the plant can cause it to release this oil. The plant contains the highest concentrations of this oil in the spring and summer months.
Home Remedies for Poison Ivy
Each day eat foods with plenty of bioflavonoid in them such as citrus fruits. You can also take extra doses of Vitamin C. This will help to bring down inflammation and help your body to heal much faster.
Spread Calamine lotion all over the areas which are affected. For extra itch relief mix 1 tsp of water with 3 tsp of baking soda and cornstarch.
Apply Aloe Vera gel directly to the areas of the skin which are affected.
Apply apple cider vinegar mixed with one part water and dab it on the rash.
Mix one tablespoon of baking soda with one cup of water mixed into a paste. This will help to change the skin and heal the blisters.