Plant Extracts as Alternative Allergy Treatments

At least 30 percent of the world’s population have skin diseases. The types of skin conditions vary from simple irritation to immune-based reactions that trigger rashes, discoloration and dry skin.

While majority of those who suffer from these types of skin allergy can be treated by simple changes in daily habits such as bathing regularly, using moisturizers and non-fragrant-based soaps, and using cotton fabrics to alleviate skin inflammation, many have gone the natural route.

Plants Extracts Used and its Benefits

Chaff Flowers and Devil’s Horsewhip 

Plant extrats are great in treating burns, scabies, and other skin eruptions. They are also known as antitumor cell promoters.

Onion 

Onion extracts and garlic are known to be a treatment of fungal-associated skin allergy and diseases.

Aloe Vera 

Normally believed to spur hair growth, aloe versa are also an effective anti-aging element that treats wrinkles, skin pigmentations and itchiness.

Marigold

These beautiful flower’s extracts when boiled were used in the olden times as remedies for sun burns, bruises, skin irritations and other inflammatory skin reactions to the elements.

Saffron
A naturally derived plant product that has a chemo-preventive effect on patients with psoriasis.

Purple Cone Flowers 

Used to treat skin problems such as burns, wounds and herpes. Oral supplementation of its extracts in good doses curtails the growth of warts and acne.

Chamomille

Aids in skin regeneration and acts as an antioxidant, fighting free radicals that damage the skin.

Marvel of Peru 

Traditionally used in allergic skin disorders coming from rough clothing materials and chemical-based materials that trigger rashes and skin-pigmentation.

Thyme

Relieves symptoms of cellulitis, an infection of the skin caused by bacteria which can lead to pain, fever, chills and reddening of the skin.

These plant extracts are known to prevent skin irritation. While their use has gained popularity, commercial medications still work well and should be considered in this modern day and age. It is still best to consult a doctor before taking any medication for skin allergies.