Although heat rash usually disappears naturally in less than two days, the mild itching and irritation sun rash causes can be treated at home:
Native aloe vera gel has a soothing and healing effect on heat bumps. It contains several antiseptic agents, including lupeol and cinnamic acid, which help calm itching and get rid of heat rash. Moreover, it provides an immediate sensation of freshness and exerts a repairing activity by inhibiting certain mediators of the inflammation like the prostaglandin F2, via the way of degradation of the arachidonic acid by acting on the cyclooxygenase. It can be applied directly after the shower on the concerned area, in the form of a cataplasm.
The exfoliation allows evacuating the sweat accumulated in the epidermis. Be careful not to be too abrasive so as not to over-inflame the areas already weakened by heat bumps. At Typology, we have developed four scrubs based on exfoliating micro-grains derived from the grinding of apricot kernels. The face scrubs are less concentrated in abrasive particles than the body scrubs, in order to respect your skin. The radiance face scrub with rose hip oil and organic carrot macerate evens out the complexion and gives it luminosity. It is particularly suitable for dull skin, lacking radiance, as well as for dry and uncomfortable skin. The regenerating facial scrub is to be preferred if you wish to attenuate the appearance of the first signs of aging. It gently exfoliates and unclogs the pores. The nourishing body scrub allows softening the epidermis. It is particularly suitable for dry and uncomfortable skin. The toning body scrub contains organic green coffee macerate (draining) and organic lemongrass and cedar essential oils (anti-cellulite). It is recommended to smooth, firm and tone the skin while reducing the orange peel appearance.
A good hydration is essential for a nice skin and to get rid of heat bumps on face and body quickly. Therefore, it is recommended to drink a lot of water and to treat the sun rash at home with a moisturizing cream of a light and non-greasy texture on the affected area.
Note: Some grandmotherly healing remedies recommend applying baking soda powder directly on the heat bumps to open the pores and facilitate the evacuation of sweat. However, we would like to point out that no scientific data has validated this application.