Allergies are very common to happen these days. Millions of people across the globe suffer from some or the other allergies. Out of all the types of allergies that we have, skin allergies are one of the most common of all. Thanks to the pollution around in air, water and food, more and more people are becoming susceptible to allergies these days.

Common Sources Of Skin Allergies

Air pollution is the most popular source of allergies. Pollutants like spores both fungal and bacterial, dust particles, mites, other air pollutants are the major allergy causing sources. Other common things which could lead to skin allergies are chemical containing soaps, shampoos, Baygon sprays or other strong insect killers, perfume fragrances, deodorants, lipsticks, lip balms, talcum powders, creams, nail polishes, sunscreens, smell of paints, paper products, fabrics etc. The list is endless.

Some people develop skin allergies due to some medicines containing sulphur while others with sensitive skin are allergic to artificial jewellery, hair dyes etc. Even egg protein or albumin could also result into very serious skin allergies. Lot of times we are not aware of what might cause skin allergies and we just end up developing allergies unaware of what is the exact source of it. In such cases, we should immediately rush up to a good dermatologist who will help us in identifying the right source of allergy.

How The Symptoms Of Skin Allergy Develop

When any allergen enters the body then it gets misinterpreted by the body as a foreign element and is attacked by the immune cells of the body. This overall reaction which is actually an over-reaction of the body results in to swelling or redness or even rashes sometimes. The defence mechanism of our body identifies the allergen as a toxic substance for our body and sends its antibodies to attack that allergen. The WBC’s get into producing immunoglobins or antibodies, as they are more popularly referred to as, in huge amounts. These IgE in turn fight with the allergens producing histamine. The presence of histamine stimulates mucus synthesis which results in itching, swelling and redness.

Allergies normally don’t develop all of a sudden. It may take as long as six weeks for the body to react to the allergens but sometimes the reaction is pretty quick and could be seen in about 24 to 48 hours. Skin allergy can make your skin dry, itchy, red and swollen. The swelling in the skin is often referred to as dermatitis. Dermatitis is a very common symptom of skin allergies.

Different people are allergic to different things. The most commonly seen skin allergy is the development of rashes on the skin due to excessive heat. This type of skin allergy is more prevalent in summers.  Normally, allergens work in a manner that they cause allergies only to the people who are sensitive towards them and for rest of the people they remain harmless. Skin allergies could be really irritating sometimes. You need to go to a good dermatologist to get yourself treated immediately.

Effective Home Remedies For Skin Allergies

Lot of anti allergic drugs and local applicants have come in the market to give you immediate respite from skin allergies but should be used under the guidance of a dermatologist. For those who are reluctant to go to doctors immediately may try some really effective home remedies. Here are some quick natural tips Add some fresh lime juice to the sandalwood powder and make a fine paste out of it.

Apply on the affected area and it will give you some respite from continuous itching. You can substitute sandalwood powder with poppy seeds. Also, mint with sugar combination works well for the allergies. All you need to do is make a paste of mint in water and then add some sugar to it. Let the paste gets dried up and apply it twice in a day. This really is a very effective remedy for skin allergies.

Lemon juice mixed with coconut oil works well for allergies. This is one of the most popularly used remedies for skin allergies. Also, Vitamin C intake in any form helps in curing the allergy fast. All citrus fruits like oranges, lemons etc are very rich in Vitamin C. These fruits should be eaten in good amounts to fight with allergies. Cider Vinegar again is a good remedy for allergies. Mix about two tablespoons of vinegar with water and drink it. It is a fast acting remedy for skin allergy.

Precautions To Take During Allergic Reactions:

The use of cosmetics should immediately be stopped. Use of soaps or shampoos should also be avoided. No sunscreens, no regular talcum powders are ever appreciated, only medicated ones but strictly in consultation with the doctor. Smoking and drinking should be avoided to prevent further worsening of the situation. The food intake should be simple not very oily and spicy. Also, the person should take care that he doesn’t get exposed to too much of heat as perspiration may further irritate the affected area.

Another popular contributor to skin allergies is food. Lot of people develop skin allergies right after eating some kind of fish, chicken or any other sea food. Also, brinjals, some varieties of mushrooms and of course eggs are known for causing allergies. Again, for those who have developed allergies, it is advisable to eat sea food or any form of non veg food only after consulting a doctor. Sometimes milk products also may lead to skin allergies.

To avoid any such health related problems the best measure is to keep the home and surroundings absolutely neat and clean. As per the recommendations of all dermatologists, one should always test the skin sensitivity towards new products, before applying them. And also checking the date of expiry of the product before using is important. Another important thing to note is to use only good quality branded products for skin. And for food related allergies, you just need to avoid any food which contains the known allergens for your body.