We all know how it goes. You’re enjoying the outdoors, plunging into the woods …when all of a sudden you realize you’ve got yourself into a mess of poison ivy. Maybe you don’t notice until later …when your skin breaks out into a blistering rash. Without help, you’ll be a miserable wreck for weeks. But don’t worry, MaMa knows what to do. Thankfully, we’ve got some great, natural remedies that really work! With as easy as it can be to find poison ivy in the Ozarks, it doesn’t hurt to have some of these items on hand.
Poison Ivy Soap – sold at all locations
Made with all natural ingredients, this Poison Ivy Soap removes the invisible oil that comes from the plant (Urushiol), thus preventing the rash and/or removing the itch. Wash with this soap after an exposure, or after the rash occurs. Jewelweed is an herb best known for it’s skin healing properties and has been proven highly effective at treating poison oak and ivy rashes.
First Aid Solution by Nixall – sold at all locations
Nixall can be used to help with so many summer-time ailments. Nixall’s FDA cleared First Aid solution and wound Solutions are second to none in management of: sunburns, cuts, mosquito/insect bites, burns, poison ivy/poison oak/poison sumac, chigger/tick bites, blisters scratches, rashes, scrapes, lip sores, and dry skin.
Thyme Out – sold at all locations
Thyme out can be used for a variety of skin problems. This natural alternative can be used for acne, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea, dermatitis, fungus, cold sores and more! All natural and organic, Thyme Out is an anti-inflammatory treatment that is one of the best skin rash therapies for instant itch relief. We love that it’s even safe for pets! It even includes a small spray bottle for travel “on the go”.
Ivy Itch Relief by Herbs Etc. – sold only at our 3530 E. Sunshine location
This tincture is made from fresh herbal extracts of jewel weed, grindelia, plantain, licorice and echinacea angustifolia root, all of which help sooth plant irritations. It helps to soothe the skin in sensitive individuals from any plant contact too! The best part? Just spray it to apply with no risk of the itch spreading.
Jewelweed – Poison Ivy Relief Stick by Skin Renew – sold at 3530 E. Sunshine and 1110 E. Republic Rd.
This poison ivy relief stick is made with jewelweed chamomile, along with the healing essential oils like helichrysum and lavendar. Rub this on any affected areas for immediate relief.
