Experiencing discomfort, stinging and red bumps during summer may be common but you need not suffer from it throughout the season. It is all due to the weather condition that is responsible for sweat rashes due to the blocked sweat ducts in the skin. The prickly sensation accompanied by itching, burning and inflammation is all a part of summer sweat rash. However, if you are aware how to effectively treat it and stop it from ruining your summer fun then you can easily enjoy the weather too, with Ayurveda based sweat rash quick fixes it is all possible.
Reasons for Heat/Sweat Rash?
Sweat rash occurs due to the blockage in sweat ducts on the skin as the sweat is not able to evaporate that results in itching, rashes and burning sensation. Often it is experienced in skin folds like neck, chest and folds of elbows.
Although it happens due to hot and humid weather, but there are also other factors that aggravate it:
Non-breathable clothes
Tight clothing
Damp skin condition
Using heavy creams that block the pores
Excessive sweating
Ayurveda on sweat rash
When ayurveda defines skin health it is categorized into agni, pitta and rakta. Pitta factor gets aggravated due to sun exposure, extreme heat and dehydration, the symptoms will show up as inflamed and red skin that is sensitive and itchy. Therefore, the best remedies are cooling and calming the heat that provides healing to the skin.
Quick fixes
Cooling exfoliation: Prepare a mix of a pinch of turmeric powder with a tablespoon of coconut oil, apply it on the affected area. Both these provide cooling effect to the skin and instant relief from the itching sensation. Gently rub the mixture after 15 minutes to remove it and then rinse off with cool water.
Natural mask: Using sandalwood combined with Vetiver, Bermuda grass and Rose water all blended together is one of the best skin masks that soothes burning sensation and tingling feeling.
Dusting Powder: Prepare at home natural dusting powder that will keep your skin dry and cool throughout the summer. Mix together 2-3 tablespoons of sandalwood powder with 1/2 cup of absorbent base like cornstarch, you can also add a few drops of sandalwood essential oil. This can be stored in an airtight container. You can apply it using a puff applicator and apply it on the areas prone to sweating or on the most oily parts of your face, for oily skin it can be applied on the face, however, apply it after using your body care products.
Cold Compress: Icing your body but without directly using an ice on the affected area, instead it is advisable that you use a wash cloth with ice cubes wrapped in it or a microfiber towel with ice cubes as cold compress to soothe itching and burning sensation.
Remedies
Topical treatment is good and immediate measure, but in order to treat the ailment and its root cause it is essential to treat the internal body heat that is responsible for rashes, therefore follow these body cooling hacks for long lasting relief:
Prepare a drink of lemon juice mixed with water, cardamom and sugar this helps reduce body heat.
Rose is natural known ingredient that has cooling and soothing properties, therefore using rose essence-based drink preparations will help you cool off during summertime.
Daily incorporate yogurt-based drinks like sweet or salted buttermilk or yoghurt smoothie to help cool down your body.
Tips
Some simple summer lifestyle s tips when observed on daily basis can help you with keeping your body cool during summer that will act as preventive guide to sweat rash free summer:
Wear natural fabrics like cotton and linen
Avoid tight fitting clothes as your body too needs ventilation
Bathe in cool water after excessive sweating, you can add rose water to your bath
Immediately dry your sweat to avoid sweat rash
Drink water, keep yourself hydrated by consuming fresh fruit juices throughout the day
Avoid applying heavy creams as it blocks your pores
Carry an umbrella, scarf or a hat to avoid direct sunlight contact on your head and body
These quick fixes for sweat rash may seem common, but are very effective if you incorporate it into your daily routine. The key is to keep your skin dry, avoid being in contact with the sunlight for long hours, if possible do not step out in the sun during peak sun time between 12 to 3. It is essential to keep the body hydrated as excessive sweating leads to dehydration if you forget or ignore to replenish your body with ample fluid intake as it may lead to dizziness and in extreme cases heat exhaustion or fainting.
