Summer Allergy

Ellen Says: Skin allergies, medically termed "allergic contact dermatitis" occur mostly in summer because this is the time when all types of allergenic factors and particles are over-spread outdoors and indoors. People with sensitive skin often get skin allergies as a consequence of the epidermis coming into contact with allergens.

Summer allergy can also be caused by outdoor allergen such as grass pollen, weed pollen or mold spores. The allergy caused by these factors is called airborne outdoor allergy. This type of summer allergy is tightly linked with the plant rash that can develop from coming into contact with ivy and poison ivy, poison sumac, poison oak, daffodils, gingko tea fruit, primrose, nettles, alyssum etc.

If you want to treat a rash the first rule is not to scratch it because it will get worse and may need medications afterwards. Most of the times, rashes go away without any type of treatment. However, if one develops more serious symptoms, the person should see a physician.

Herbal treatments are also very beneficial against rash: lime juice, sandal wood, rose water, poppy seeds. The intake of leafy vegetables or fruits such as plums, melons, oranges, apples, grapes can ameliorate skin allergy symptoms, too.