Help my skin!

Jun 15, 2013

Jessica N.

So I'm not sure if it was a medicine I was taking or position ivy or something, but I have a weird sort of rash on my cheeks. It just won't go away. I don't think it's acne. I've never had acne and its not common in my family. Do any of you have tips for getting rashes to heal or soothe? Thanks.

Jun 15, 2013

Lydia A.

Is it itchy?

Jun 15, 2013

Jessica N.

Kind of but not severely

Jun 15, 2013

Roz X.

I just had one on mine that I suspect was an allergic reaction. 2 days of no face products and Organic Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil and it was gone, baby, gone. Soothing. I also took a Benadryl for good measure.

Jun 15, 2013

Jessica N.

Thank you!

Jun 15, 2013

Roz X.

I actually phoned my dermatologist to check if she thought Coconut Oil would be okay on my irritated face, even though I regularly use for moisturizing or removing make up, and she gave it the green light.(that was for Organic, Cold pressed Extra Virgin). I was very specific when I asked her. She also told me if the oil didn't provide relief, I could snag an over-the-counter low dose tube of Cortaid (not Extra Strength) and apply that before bed...and that I should rinse with cool water and avoid the sun. The dermis is raised due to inflammation most likely (if this is an allergy/irritation) and cortisone and Benadryl help that. The itch may be from the flesh being dried out.

The coconut oil worked so well with the Benadryl that I ended up not needing the cream..and any time I can avoid meds, I'm elated! It could be dermatitis due to an irritation, but if you don't see a significant improvement within a few days, I'd see my doctor. I also put my hair up and pinned it away from my face to keep it from causing abrasive irritation. I was so itchy before the oil! *shakes fist* Now it's supa doopa hydrated and rash free. :)