How to Care for a Skin Rash

Many irritations to the skin can cause a skin rash. The rashes are usually caused by minor problems that can use cared for at home. In many people, rashes are caused by contact with substances. The symptoms usually appear within 48 hours after the skin has come in contact with the irritant. There are usually small bumps associated with the rash.

How to Care for a Skin Rash

Materials Needed

• Water


• Cloth


• Tea tree oil


• Vitamin E or cocoa butter


• Hydrocortisone

1. Determine what your skin has been exposed to or what you may have eaten that caused the rash. Make sure you do not eat or expose yourself to the product if that is what caused the skin rash.

2. Gently clean the rash with water and a cloth. Pat the rash gently with a clean cloth. Apply hydrocortisone to the area. This will keep the rash from spreading and control itchiness, if there is any.

3. Apply tea tree oil to the infected area. You should apply if after the itching has stopped. The oil will dry the area and keep it from becoming infected. Soak a clean cloth with tea tree oil and apply it.

4. You will have to use Vitamin E or cocoa butter to the area if it becomes dry after using the tea tree oil. This will help keep the skin hydrated and moisturized.

5. Follow Steps 2-3 for one week. If the rash has not cleared up, you should see a dermatologist or doctor for treatment.