Insect bites are an unpleasant fact of life and often manifest as itchy, red bumps on the skin. Interestingly, it is not the insect’s stinger that is to blame for these itchy reactions but our own immune system that flares in response to antigens within the injected material. Bites can appear on the skin up to 48 hours following an insect attack, because your immune system takes time to respond to the injected antigen. Allergic reactions are a result of contact dermatitis caused by an “outside” dermatitis, like poison ivy, although there are plenty of allergic reactions you may have to cosmetic products applied inside your own home. The result is itchy, red, scaly and sometimes “burning” skin. Contact dermatitis fades only if the skin no longer comes in contact with the allergen. Individuals can be allergic to common ingredients found in everyday skincare products. Typically, a contact dermatitis reaction can take several days to weeks without treatment to heal.
RECOMMENDATION: FAB Healing Stick is a 1% hydrocortisone treatment that works on just about anything that inflames the skin. Apply twice daily to affected areas. If your rash or irritation persists beyond one week of use, please seek medical attention.
PRODUCTS TO USE:
HEALING STICK
A 1% hydrocortisone treatment that combats inflamed and itchy skin without messy creams. This product is a thick, anhydrous stick, so it stays put and doesn’t run to areas where the skin doesn’t need it.
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