Skin allergies are one of the most common types of skin problems apart from acne scars, aging, and sun damage. The scarring left behind after an allergic reaction can damage and permanently scar the skin if it’s not treated properly.
In some cases, certain skin conditions like acne and rosacea can make skin allergies more frustrating to deal with. The itchiness and the redness on the skin can become more irritating with time. In such cases, it’s necessary to get an effective and instant skin treatment as soon as possible.
Do Homemade Skin Allergy Remedies Work?
A lot of people explore whether it’s possible to treat skin allergies with homemade remedies. There actually are some safe homemade remedies for skin allergies that do provide effective results, but there’s also the chance that some remedies might not work with your particular skin type.
In the early times, people used to opt for home remedies because there were no available treatments or technology. Now, due to incredible technological advancements, there are several medical treatments for skin problems that provide amazing results. Now, it’s much easier to treat skin allergies with clinical treatments and products, and the results are quite impressive.
There are some safe examples of at-home skin allergy remedies:
- Applying high-quality moisturizer.
- Applying a cool icepack on the itchy area.
- Applying an anti-allergy over the counter cream.
- Using unscented, mild soaps.
- Avoid wearing the substances and material is causing the allergy.
- Applying aloe vera gel on the skin to initially reduce inflammation.
- Taking oatmeal baths to soothe and reduce inflammation and redness.
- Avoid eating foods that are affecting the skin ie. Food sensitivities.
Treating Skin Allergies
There are many different types of skin allergies. Some are caused by bug bites, some are caused by dust, and some can be more complex and due to genetic factors like Eczema and Psoriasis. If you are suffering from a constant and more difficult skin allergy like hives, eczema or dermatitis, then a visit to your dermatologist is highly recommended.
He or she will most likely prescribe you medication or a strong topical solution that you would apply on your skin. Note that prescriptions are not the only answer, and can thin out the skin creating a new additional type of skin damage.
The key is to ask questions and understand the side effects. and the potential risks that can come with prescription skin medication or prescription topicals.
Skin Treatments Can Be An Effective Solution
You must be wondering how the skin can be treated post-allergic reaction in today’s era. Well, there are actually several professionals in the industry that have made life much easier after developing clinical skin treatments to cure conditions such as allergies.
At medical spa settings, there are safe and effective treatments that accelerate skin healing from allergies and different skin reactions. These treatments soothe, speed up healing, calm down redness, and help begin to normalize the skin function.
Some of these treatments include Vitamin Infusion therapy, IPL photo-rejuvenation treatments, Oxygen therapy, micro-needling, and more.
That is why it is important to know the type of allergy you have in order to receive the most effective and beneficial solution for your skin problems.
Long Term Solutions to Skin Allergies
Once the cause of your skin allergy is understood, and short-term home remedies are tried, focusing on the long-term improvement of damaged skin or scaring post allergic reaction/skin irritation is the next step.
Improving the skin quality and strengthening the skin with appropriate medical grade skin products and consistent in-clinic treatments is the solution to recovering and strengthening the skin, and ideally avoiding future reactions.
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- iS Clinical Pro Health Serum Advance+: Anti-inflammatory, Restorative, Reparative
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These skin-healing products work optimally when paired with skin-strengthening and corrective in-clinic treatments. Treating the skin in-clinic allows for faster results and deeper absorption of skincare products.
Top Corrective In-clinic Treatments For Skin Allergies
Depending on what triggers your skin allergies, there are many ways to control reactions and reduce the chances of potential skin damage that comes with it. The top corrective in-clinic treatments for skin allergies include:
- Advanced Vitamin Correction Therapy
- O2 Oxygen Dome Infusion
- IPL Photo-Rejuvenation
- Micro-needling
Remember, treatments plans are not a one-size-fits-all solution, but are catered to your skin’s specific needs in order to continue keeping reactions at a minimum—and to avoid additional skin issues.