1. Use Green Banana Peppers
One of the popular traditional methods to treat psoriasis is to use green banana peppers. These peppers inhibit the growth of fungus, creating an inhospitable environment for the fungus causing psoriasis. This home remedy is simple and effective, suitable for many individuals. However, it requires consistency and long-term application.
The crucial part of green bananas used in psoriasis treatment is the sap. Banana sap acts to seal the wound, promoting rapid healing, eliminating the fungus causing psoriasis, and removing the living environment for disease-causing bacteria.
- Wash fresh green bananas, keeping the skin intact. Slice them into thin pieces.
- Clean the infected skin area, rub a piece of green banana directly onto the psoriasis-affected area. Let the banana sap dry naturally on the skin without rinsing.
- Apply regularly 5-6 times a day, continuously for about 1 week to completely alleviate symptoms.


2. Use Ginger Root
Treat Hắc Lào with Ginger Root is one of the folk remedies that many people acknowledge for its high effectiveness. Although this method is considered gentle and significantly effective in relieving itching and dry skin, if not applied correctly, the herbal remedy's effectiveness is zero.
It has a similar effect to other folk remedies for Hắc Lào, focusing on the ability to gradually erode and eliminate the Hắc Lào pathogen residing deep in the epidermis. In cases of hereditary Hắc Lào, which is often an invisible pathogen, patients usually experience symptoms at least four times, and treatment with ginger can be applied through the surface and combined with daily food processing.
How to:
- Wash the ginger clean of soil, and use a brush to clean off the dirt.
- Grind the ginger in a mortar, add a pinch of salt to the treatment area.
- Use medical gauze or cloth to wrap and secure the ginger on the outside of the skin.
- Let the mixture soak on the skin for about 30-60 minutes before removing the bandage.
- The patient removes the ginger from the skin without washing it with water.
- It is advisable to perform this method daily, and positive changes can be observed after about a week.


3. Use Coconut Shell
Similar to using green bananas, using coconut shell to treat Hắc Lào is also a folk remedy for completely eradicating the root of the disease for mild patients. Using coconut shell to treat Hắc Lào is a relatively unfamiliar treatment method for many people. Science has proven that coconut shell contains chemical compounds that have anti-inflammatory effects, reduce swelling, and prevent the inflammatory process, preventing the widespread spread of Hắc Lào. This simple remedy has been applied by many people and has received positive feedback.
How to:
- Preparation: 1 piece of coconut shell (coconut shell is the brown part of the coconut formed when the coconut is mature with hard coconut flesh). Combustion material (charcoal, firewood, gas stove...)
- Procedure: It is advisable to choose fresh coconut shells as they produce more bubbles when burned compared to dry coconut shells. Smash the fresh coconut shell into small pieces, then use the combustion material and burn carefully. When you see the coconut shell burning into bubbles, use a tool to collect that solution and apply it to the cleaned and hygienic dry Hắc Lào skin.


4. Use Banana Flower
For people with extensive skin damage due to severe Hắc Lào, in addition to using various topical medications or Western medicine for treatment. To recover quickly and thoroughly, personal hygiene is crucial. Using banana flower for bathing will enhance the effectiveness of your treatment. Experts have recognized the strong antibacterial properties of Saponin in banana flowers. Using banana flower helps reduce itching, preventing infection for those with Hắc Lào.
How to:
- Take a handful of washed dried banana flowers and boil them with 1 liter of water.
- Add about 20 grams of tamarind to the boiling mixture and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Use the cooled mixture to wash the area affected by Hắc Lào.


5. Use Vietnamese Coriander
Similar to the methods above, coriander is also a potent herb for treating hives at the root. Coriander is not just a food but also has many medicinal properties. Traditional medical books record that coriander helps reduce fever, detoxify, and has a warm, spicy taste that stimulates digestion, dispels cold, and has antiseptic properties. When used externally, coriander has antibacterial effects, cleanses the affected area, and prevents the spread of hives.
How to:
- Soak a bunch of coriander roots in saltwater.
- Crush the coriander with a pinch of salt and apply it to the area affected by hives.
- Wait for about 10 to 15 minutes for the mixture to dry, then remove and rinse with warm water.
- Repeat for 1 to 2 weeks consistently for the affected skin to heal.


6. Use garlic to treat hives
In addition to its role in cuisine, garlic is also used to assist in the treatment of infections. Many scientific studies have proven that garlic is the 'nemesis' of certain bacteria and fungi, including the fungus Tinera that causes hives. Garlic contains benign components that do not irritate the skin. Therefore, you can directly apply garlic to the area affected by hives for treatment. However, it is important to note that when using this method, patients should not scratch or move to allow the garlic to soak into the inflamed area for at least 30 minutes.
How to:
- Use 4 – 5 garlic cloves, cleaned
- Then, crush the garlic into small pieces
- Apply directly to the area affected by hives after proper hygiene
- Rinse with physiological saline to maximize the effectiveness of this method
- Use twice daily, in the morning and evening
- Maintain for 3 – 4 days until the hives disappear completely


7. Use Western medicine
In addition to traditional herbal remedies, Western medicine is also an option to help eliminate hives. Most cases of hives can be treated at home with Western medicine. After cleaning the hives, apply a thin layer of medicine to the affected area 2-3 times a day or as directed on the packaging. Extend the application beyond the hives spots a few centimeters and let the medicine absorb well into your skin. In most cases, you will need to use topical medication for hives continuously for 2-4 weeks to ensure the elimination of the fungus causing hives. Adhering to the treatment regimen will also reduce the rate of recurrence.
Types of prescribed medications for hives:
- Terbinafine: If prescribed by a doctor, you will need to take these pills once a day for 4 weeks. The medication will be effective in most cases. Side effects are usually mild and short-lived, including nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, and rash. This medication is not prescribed for those with liver disease or lupus.
- Griseofulvin: You will need to treat hives for 8-10 weeks with this type of medication. The medication is also available as a spray. Side effects include mild nausea, vomiting, mild diarrhea, headache, and indigestion. Griseofulvin can cause congenital malformations, so this medication is contraindicated for pregnant women, those planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding mothers. For men, condoms should be used during sexual intercourse during treatment and for up to 6 months after stopping the medication. It should be noted that this type of medication for hives may also make contraceptives ineffective.
- Itraconazole: The medication is prescribed in tablet form for 7 or 15 days. Contraindicated for children, the elderly, or those with severe liver disease. While taking the medication, you may experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, or headache. Inform your doctor if you experience these symptoms or if your infection does not improve after completing the treatment.


8. Use turmeric to treat hives
Turmeric, a common spice known for its anti-inflammatory properties, contains a compound called curcumin that offers numerous health benefits, especially in combating skin conditions like hives caused by fungi. Recognized in both modern and traditional medicine, turmeric, with its warm properties, acts as a potent antibacterial agent, cleansing affected skin areas and promoting blood circulation. It is widely used in treating various dermatological conditions, including hives.
How to use:
- Wash the turmeric, keeping the skin intact.
- Finely chop the turmeric and grind it thoroughly until it forms a smooth paste.
- Place the turmeric in a prepared clean cloth and squeeze out the juice. Discard the residue.
- Add a little table salt to the turmeric juice and stir until the salt dissolves completely. Salt is used to enhance the antibacterial effect, helping to eliminate the causative agents of hives and prevent skin infections.
- Start by cleaning the affected skin area. Soak a cotton ball in the turmeric juice and apply it to the skin. Let the skin dry for a few minutes, then apply another layer of turmeric.
- After applying turmeric, isolate the affected skin area with water. Avoid bathing for about 30 minutes to allow the turmeric sufficient time to remain on the skin and exert its antifungal effects, accelerating the skin regeneration process.
- Repeat this process once daily.


9. Use Aloe Vera (Aloe)
Treat hives with Aloe Vera, known for its remarkable scar-cleansing and skin-brightening properties, is considered an excellent method for skin restoration. For patients with reduced hives, the most useful advice is to use Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera's nutritional composition contains various substances that effectively treat hives.
The minerals and anthraquinones complex resin in Aloe Vera have pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects, preventing the infiltration of toxins and bacteria that pose a risk of hives or serious inflammatory complications in the hives-affected skin. Samomins compounds, salicylic acid (similar to aspirin), and four types of fatty acids help resist bacteria, viruses, and parasitic fungi that cause inflammation in the skin.
How to use:
- Extract the Aloe Vera pulp (no need to wash off the slimy water, choose the fresher, the better) and put it in a blender to grind thoroughly.
- Then, clean the hives-affected skin area thoroughly and dry it with a soft cotton towel. Apply Aloe Vera water while gently massaging with cotton to ensure that the nutrients penetrate deep into the skin, providing a higher therapeutic effect.
- Ensure a sterile procedure, perform it regularly once a day for an extended period to achieve effective disease treatment.
- In addition to directly applying Aloe Vera, you can also use Aloe Vera boiled into a drink to cool down, detoxify, and effectively support the treatment of hives from within.


10. Apply Coconut Oil for Hives Treatment
Coconut oil is a widely used oil in cooking, beauty, and medicinal purposes, extracted from pure coconuts. The diverse nutritional components in coconut oil contribute to its effectiveness in treating hives. For the method of treating hives with coconut oil, patients can use it to support treatment, impacting the hive condition from both inside and outside! Scientific studies show that coconut oil does not contain any harmful or irritating substances, making it unlikely to cause side effects.
Therefore, treating hives with coconut oil is one of the safest folk methods for hives treatment, suitable for individuals with sensitive skin or infants and young children with hives. Some fatty acids found in coconut oil can destroy fungal cells by breaking their protective membranes. Thus, coconut oil is often likened to a natural hives medicine that provides many benefits for individuals with mild hives, so you should give it a try.
How to use:
- First, clean the hives-affected skin area with warm water or antibacterial soap for the skin and dry it thoroughly.
- Use a clean cotton swab or cotton pad dipped in coconut oil solution and gently rub it on the skin. Gently rub multiple times on the hives-affected skin for about 3 to 5 minutes, leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes, and then rinse it off with water.
- It is essential not to use your hands to apply and massage to avoid the risk of infection as well as excessive impact on the skin causing damage.
- With this method, apply approximately 3 times a day in the morning, noon, and evening and consistently implement it for high treatment effectiveness.


