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Home remedies for itching :

Coconut oil : This healthy natural oil is light and charming. It relieves itching.

Pinch the skin : This technique can relieve itching. It is a surprising observation that pain relieves itching. So, pinching the skin can relieve even severe itching for short period of time.

Talc : One can make natural talc by grinding a talc stone or a soapstone. This natural talc can be applied by adults on the skin to prevent moisture accumulation. One should however not use excess of any kind of talc, whether natural or manufactured.

Natural air : Letting the skin take natural air. It calms the irritating feeling of itching. Natural air has soothing and healing properties.

Prevent accumulation of moisture : When the skin drenches in sweat, moisture accumulates in the skin. If it is not dried properly, then some moisture is absorbed deep into the skin. This can lead to itching and other skin issues.

Corn starch : Apply corn starch in dry form on the skin. Corn starch can be dusted on the skin and easily dusted off. This can be used to relieve chronic itching.

Honey : It may not seem convenient to apply honey on the skin, but it does help in reducing itching.

Bathing in lemon water : This is an Ancient American remedy for itching.

Oatmeal bath : Mix oatmeal in cool water and apply in good amount on the entire skin area that itches. Keep it for some time and then wash it off.

Severe itching is somewhat similar to chronic pain. It supposedly occurs without any reason. These are some herbal remedies for itching :

Cumin seeds paste : Apply a paste of dried and ground cumin seeds paste with some water on the skin. This is an Ancient Egyptian remedy for itching.
Alum can be rubbed on the skin to relieve itching. It has been used since ancient times in India.

If the itching is due to eczema, then one can try these home remedies for eczema. Psoriasis is also a cause of chronic itching. One can use these home remedies for psoriasis.

Itching can also be relieved by applying these things :

Aloe Vera : Its soothing juice calms the itching response. Aloe Vera grows easily in different kinds of weather and soil and can be readily planted in the garden.
Ice : Applying ice on the itching skin can reduce the feeling. But, this doesn't seem to work for long.
Do not scratch : It seems simple but it is very difficult to inculcate. Scratching may actually make itching worse. With practice and determination, one can learn to itch less or just soothe the skin with fingers. It takes some time to develop a habit. Once it is in practice, one can control itching more effectively.