Can you cure an itch with Kosher salt?

Answer by  sanityrose (2664)

Kosher salt has been used as a home remedy for some forms of itching. You can either place the salt in a bowl and soak the part affected, or wet a towel and place the salt on it. But, you should not submerge yourself in the salt fully due too risk for further irritation. Try oatmeal for itching too!

Answer by  MedStudent01 (1131)

An itch isn't cured by soaking it in kosher salt but it does relieve the symptoms. This works for several people but not for everyone. However, you have nothing to lose if you try. You have to treat the underlying cause of the itch, though.

Answer by  HUNM25 (713)

Well you can cure an itch with that but the best medicine for curing it as using a lotion that will moisturize. Use no soap as well.

Answer by  Sergi (5)

Itching is a part of body reactions called "inflammation" or "allergy". Salt does not influence them directly. You may want to see a dermatologist for more specific treatment.

Answer by  DogLover6843 (47)

Soaking in Kosher salt may be helpful in reducing itchiness only if your skin condition is due to a bacterial or fungal infection. Salt neutralizes germs and bacteria. If your skin itch is due to something else (e.g. dryness or sunburn), a salt solution will increase the skin irritation.

Answer by  rbiales (3441)

Soaking in a salt bath is an ancient remedy for itching and it's still in use because for some types of itching it works really well. If a salt bath does not work it's some other type of itching.

Answer by  kd97 (733)

It has been said that soaking in a bath of kosher salt can assist the body's natural healing processes in many ways. It's been recommended for everything from smelly feet to muscle aches. While it is not a scientifically proven theory, some people swear by the idea of using it.

Answer by  laura7373 (409)

The salt will actually dry up your skin and probally help you not to itch so much . So yes it works