How to treat hives and allergies (Sensitive Skin) / Benefits of Aloe Vera Gel

HOW TO TREAT SKIN ALLERGIES - HIVES, ITCHY RED BUMPS ON SKIN

As someone who has really sensitive skin and often gets red itchy bumps on my skin, one miracle solution that has really helped is ALOE VERA GEL.

Mine is transparent and sticky and I just put it liberally over the affected area. I find that it really helps to calm down redness and itchiness as well as forming a protective layer such that the hives stop spreading and are not re-inflamed from exposure to other elements.

I also find aloe vera gel a great cure for sun burn. It is really soothing and since it is natural, it is quite a safe bet that it will not irritate your skin further.

An additional tip is to put your aloe vera gel in the fridge such that when you apply it to affected areas, there is an additional cooling effect which helps soothe the skin - particularly useful for sunburn!

Of course, for hives and allergies, it is also important to take some antihistamines but aloe vera can really speed up the healing from the external while the medication works internally.

I've been using aloe vera gel for years and I hope it works for you too.

Good and affordable options available here and here. 

Review: La Roche Posay Posthelios After Sun Melt In Gel

Product: La Roche Posay Posthelios After Sun Melt In Gel
I use the La Roche Posay sun protection line as recommended by my dermatologist as I have very sensitive skin and most sunscreen/sun care products irritate my skin.

What I like about it: 

When you squeeze it out, its a white cream consistency but it really 'melts' into your skin once you apply it. It almost feels like an oil.

It is quite heavy which is great as it is targeted at sunburns and dehydrated skin.

It leaves a kind of oily sheen on your face (from the lipids) so it's best to apply at night.

I find that it works well to alleviate sun burns. Even though aloe vera gel works really well too (especially if you leave it in the fridge) this cream provides deeper moisturizing effects.

I also use this to calm down irritated skin e.g. suffering from an allergic reaction.

The next morning, you can definitely see its effects. 

It also works well as a very intense moisturizer/treatment in winter, especially to really get rid of those flaky patches that won't go away. 

Crucially, it is very important that it is formulated for sensitive skin as when your skin is sore/burnt/dry, you really don't want something that will irritate it further. 

What I dislike about it:

Takes a while to sink in but as expected and necessary if it is going to 'cure' your sun burns.

It is fairly pricey but I would recommend it for sun burns or irritated skin and it is also worth a shot if you have serious dry patches. Also, an excellent product for people with sensitive skin as it does not irritate at all.

Rating: 4/5