Home Remedies for Psoriasis

Psoriasis is one of the most chronic skin diseases that are characterized by thick, red, silvery, scaled patches on the skin. It can also be defined as an inflammatory skin condition. It affects both sexes and usually appears in the age of 15-30 years. It is rarely found in infants and elderly people. It is not contagious and is caused by faulty signals in the immune system. There are five types of psoriasis and they are:

Plague psoriasis
It is the most common of all. In this type of psoriasis patches of raised, reddish skin covered by silvery-white scale appears on almost all parts of the body.

Guttate psoriasis
Small red spots appear on the skin

Pustular psoriasis
White pustules surrounded by red skin appears on the skin

Inverse psoriasis
Smooth, red lesions are formed in the folds of the skin.

Erythrodermic psoriasis
There is itching, pain and redness of the skin.

Causes of Psoriasis

The various causes of psoriasis are:

Heredity factor
Abnormality in the metabolism of amino acids and proteins
Seasonal changes
Injury to the skin
Various infections

The hot Epsom salts bath has been proven valuable in the treatment of psoriasis. Application of olive oil after the Epsom salt bath is also effective and also one of the effective home remedies for psoriasis.

Regular seawater baths and application of seawater over the affected parts once a day is highly beneficial. This is one of the best psoriasis remedy.

Bitter gourd is a valuable home remedy for psoriasis. Take a cup of fresh juice of this vegetable, mixed with a teaspoon of limejuice on an empty stomach daily for four to six months. This is a good diet for psoriasis.

The use of mudpacks is also beneficial for the psoriasis. They absorb and remove the toxins from the affected areas.

Cabbage leaves can be used in the form of compresses. They can be applied on the affected area after removing the thick veins and washing them thoroughly. This is also one of the effective home remedies for psoriasis.

Sunlight is the best and natural remedy for psoriasis.

Vitamin E therapy has been found effective in the psoriasis treatment. A daily dose of 200-800 I.U is recommended as they reduce itching of the area.

Lecithin is also considered as a remarkable remedy for the psoriasis treatment.

Psoriasis cure - 6-9 lecithin capsules in a day are recommended.

Application of Aloe Vera gel and garlic oil on the affected area is also beneficial and is good natural remedy for psoriasis

Application of cashew nut oil on the affected areas at night after a thorough wash of the face is highly beneficial and is one of the effective home remedies for psoriasis.

Lotions for psoriasis patients

Wheat germ oil and castor oil
Mix one teaspoon each of wheat germ oil and castor oil in one cup of sunflower oil and rub this lotion on the affected areas. This is very good natural remedy for psoriasis.

Calendula
Add 2 drops of calendula oil and one drop of oregano oil to one small cup of olive oil. Apply on the affected area. This is another effective psoriasis remedy.

Marigold lotion
Boil 4 marigold heads in 4 cups of water for two minutes. Allow it to cool and then apply it on the affected area and if the scalp is affected massage it in to the scalp and wash it with mild shampoo. Add lemon juice or cider vinegar to the rinsing water for a thorough wash.

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Psoriasis Remedy

I'd like any information you can give me for self healing of psoriasis.

#1 - JoAnne Johnson - 08/21/2007 - 07:29

My psoriasis has been helped so much by something i bought in the supermarket..Palmer's Olive Butter Formula with Vitamin E..Organic Olive Oil for Healthy Skin..I have been nearly driven mad with itching and have prescription creams....this is instantly soothing and the effects often last for days.

#2 - Susan ElizabethDAW - 01/21/2008 - 05:19

janne johnson try the wal mart brand of vaper rub to your psoriasis. i know 6 people at work with it and use it everyday my husband has it . 85% of his body was coved with it not any more with the vaper rub

#3 - michele - 02/03/2008 - 17:25

Hey..I have psoriasis and nothing seems to be helping..I really dont know what to do and im only 16!! Would anyone know a cure for psoriasis??

#4 - janice waters - 02/23/2008 - 10:09

I am 18 years old and i suffer from psoriasis. i am very very frusterated with it and it doesnt seem to be going away..im not wealthy so its hard for me to get the right creams...is there any cheap helpful ways to make it go away!?

#5 - Amy - 03/19/2008 - 12:27

There is a book called Healing Psoriasis by Dr. John Pagano, it is amazing. By following the info in the book I healed completely.

#6 - kate - 03/29/2008 - 21:34

I am so tired of psoriasis I have it on my legs and have not been able to wear shorts for a really long time now! I just got psoriasis about two years ago! I miss wearing my shorts or my skirts please someone help!!!

#7 - gina - 04/26/2008 - 20:13

I was first cursed with Psoriasis when i was 19,im 36 now and it has never gone away! Ive had brief respites while on holiday (as long as its somewhere hot) but once home (london) it returns,sometimes wif a vengence!!ive tried all the creams betnovate/donovate all topical steroid creams;none worked or helped much,one cream burnt me quite well once though,doc accidently gave me highest strength 5.0per cent instead of 0.5 wot fun...
had the light treatment after waiting 10yrs for it,that did help but its not a prolonged trtment coz of the skin cancer risks!!!!!!so im left with trying anyfing i havent already...would so appreciate ideas other than those above...ta very much

#8 - cathy - 05/16/2008 - 13:35

Well, I'm still looking for a permanent cure, but the essentials for me have been:

-sunshine
-acidophillus
-long baths (w/sea salt or apple vinegar)
-a low sugar diet (very important)
-wrap gauze around patches or fingers to prevent further damage and to discourage itching.

#9 - Ariana - 06/16/2008 - 06:56

I have a problem bc my psoriasis is on my scalp i feel it is super hard to treat bc of location. any ideas?

#10 - sarah - 07/06/2008 - 05:56

I have had great success with Blue Star Ointment. My barber just recommended using Lotrimin daily and massaging my scalp, after a few days it seems to be working.

#11 - Dave - 07/12/2008 - 21:37

I have a patch of psoriasis on my knuckles, it is extremely painful and itchy. I also have tried just about everything made specifically for psoriasis but it hasn't helped. I came up with this kind of on my own, but it has helped. First I wash my hands with charcoal soap(at most health food stores) then I dab the area with alcohol and then apply A&D Ointment and cover with a bandage for a hour or so. When I take off the bandage it feels much better and doesn't hurt or itch for several hours. I do this once in the morning and once at night. It is the one thing that has brought me the most relief from my psoriasis.

#12 - Jes - 07/16/2008 - 20:25

I've been suffering with my psoriasis for over 30 years and talk about frustration and anguish, especially while raising my children. I was at a mall one day (of all places) and tripped over some Kiosk selling "Psoriasis" products....I thought, "what the heck, one more try". I really can't put into words how my life has changed with these little kiosk products that WORK and WORK FAST. If I can help someone else not suffer for as many years as I have, then I'm blessed to share the name of these incredible products that are really natural....it's the Aim 2 Health Hand & Body TheraCream and their Double Strength TheraCream....Truly A God Send! Believe me!

#13 - Maryanne - 07/26/2008 - 07:44

I'm also looking for something that can be applied to the scalp, actually the neck area, leading up into the hair. I've put chamomile tea bags on the area, and it helps sooth the itching, but doesn't cure the problem. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

#14 - Cathy - 08/27/2008 - 20:14

help! ive had psoriasis for 20 yrs, during the summer months it gets better, but for some reason this summerits gotten worse. any suggestions? with fall and winter coming i dont knnow how im gonna survive. thanks

#15 - debbie - 09/03/2008 - 15:14

I have had psoriasis (body, face and scalp) for about 10 years and have spend thousands of dollars on dermatologists, creams, shampoos, pills and light therapy. Nothing has given me any long term relief. A women from my church recommended using Vaseline (pure with no fragrances added) and I am finally symptom free on my face and body. I simply wet the plaques with tap water and then rub the vaseline in several times a day. When I shower I use a loofah sponge to scrub off the flakes. After a few days I saw a big improvement and within a week I only had plaques on my knees and elbows and even they were gone after two weeks. Now I just use the vaseline when I feel as if an area is breaking out again. I can't believe all the money I wasted when Vaseline is so cheap. I tried the vaseline on my scalp but it is just way too hard to get it out. Any ideas for the scalp?

#16 - sheila - 10/02/2008 - 12:23

i've been suffering from psoriasis for 2 years now. But only recently did it get worse. What I found to be really useful is applying manuka honey on the areas covered with psoriasis every night after a cool shower, for about 20 minutes. On ares where it's more serious, I will actually leave the honey overnight (but lightly covered in gauze so that it doesn't mess up the bed). I've also changed all my detergents, shampoos and conditioners to organic soap-free and sulphate-free ones. Give these a shot.

#17 - Sylvia - 10/09/2008 - 04:11

I have had flaky itchy scalp for about 15 yrs. I also usually have less of a problem in the summer, but this year it's much worse. My entire scalp is scaly and I swear I scratch it until it weeps. My usual cures aren't touching the problem, even the spray cortisone that worked wonders last year.

#18 - sue - 10/09/2008 - 19:50

for scalps, try NIZORAL, you can get it in any pharmacy
it works wonders!

#19 - carole - 11/03/2008 - 16:27

Hydrocortisone cream 1% worked amazingly for the psoriasis on my face and skin folds (completely gone in a week). That was six months ago. Now my body isn't responding to it. Head & Shoulders got rid of the psoriasis on the scalp, which was pretty severe. I've used the shampoo for a year and it hasn't come back (yet).

#20 - Alexa - 11/07/2008 - 14:11

i have psoriasis since 8yrs..its on my chest n neck..please suggest me some good home remedy for permanent treatment of this desease

#21 - zubi - 12/01/2008 - 10:49

I have found that a product called "Husk" really works for me and my mother. I can only find it at Sallys Beauty supply. Whenever My psoriasis flare on my scalp I use Hask for 2-3 days then it is completly healed. :-D

#22 - renie - 12/01/2008 - 20:45

I have had psoriasis of scalp but TGel shampoo (original) works wonders and I have maintained it. Since I have long hair, I use Pantene conditioner after shampooing to keep hair really soft while scalp is scale free with Tgel.

#23 - Varinder Wadhwa - 12/07/2008 - 20:21

my daughter had psorasis in her hair i used argan oil
(oil from morocco)i found this information in Wikippidia
it works like magic.

#24 - rajae - 12/24/2008 - 21:52

My wife has had psoriasis for a little over 36 years. She gets it under her finger and toe nails in her hair and in her ears. Let alone the rest of her body as well. And in them 36 years she has just about tried everything. The best she had was PUVA (very strong sunbed). This was almost a complete cure but after a few weeks of stopping this it was back.
The best we do now is all over body rub with e45 cream.
I wish you all the very best in getting rid of your psorasis and i will keep coming back to see if there is anything new that may help my wife.

#25 - Rob - 12/30/2008 - 09:05

I have psoriasis on my face and scalp. I've found that Neutrogena T-Gel shampoo helps with the plaques on my scalp, but I haven't found anything that works on my face. Does anyone have any ideas...I was using Bag Balm on the plaues onmy face and it minimized them, but then clogged my pores, and cause black heads...Does anyone if Vaseline does that on the face?

#26 - Katie - 01/19/2009 - 19:18

Try cod liver oil Seven Seas 2 Capsules( Morning/Eveining) per day while applying Daivobet cream against Psorisis.Better to get the dermatolgist advise first.

#27 - Milly - 02/06/2009 - 07:04

I have psoriasis only on my scalp. I have found that a few drops of lavendar oil in a cup of olive oil, massaged into the scalp and left on for a few hours helps alot. Just make sure you rinse it thouroughly (sometimes i massage it in & then leave it in over night)

#28 - Alyssa - 02/09/2009 - 09:11

im 15 and have had psoriasis for over 2 years! its on my nees ancles and all over my legs and elbows! i really want to get rid of it and im nt rich so i cant get all the latest creams and such! please help... i miss my shorts :(

#29 - kovaest creams and such but l - 02/17/2009 - 09:37

I have had psoriasis for 6 years. Here are some of the things that have proven beneficial in controling outbreaks.

First, Elecon, a topical steroid, has done wonders for treating my spots, especially on the face.

Second, sun exposure. Daily exposure of atleast 30 minutes helps the condition regress.

Third, exercise. Daily cardio and/or strength training will improve your stress levels, confidence, and overall emotional health.

Finally, there is a strange drink that one of my co-workers said helped his mom. I tried it and sure enough, I completely cleared up. Drink once daily and let me know if you see results. In a blender, mix. One peeled orange, juice of a lemon, 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, and enough juice of your choice to make it liquid enough to drink. ;-)

#30 - Dale - 02/23/2009 - 21:40

Have had psoriasis for almost 20 yrs. and have also tried every known remedy and perscription out there, the only relief I get is from an almost completely raw diet and pure coconut oil I get from a company called herbs of light, use it on my scalp and body.

#31 - monica - 03/23/2009 - 16:22

i've had psoriasis for about 15 yrs now and it covers 85% of my body. summer months it somewhat goes away because i use aquafor which is like a vaseline. it helps the pealing and itching and burning of your condition. and to remain as unstressed as possible. also try baby oil. it helps too with the itching and pealing. good luck! i hate it. people not like us don't understand what its like and so embarassing!

#32 - deena - 04/02/2009 - 15:24

I have had psoriasis for 3 years now and have found that stress really gears it up. I use daily meditation to relax, and a variety of vitamins and supplements. What seems to work best is Fish Oil. I take 3,000 mg before bed. I also take 6,000 - 8,000 mg of Garlic. The combination of the two taken at bed seem to keep it in check. It was my doctor who advised me to take my supplements before bed... apparently the immune system does its best work while the body is at rest. ;-)

#33 - Sonia - 04/03/2009 - 18:27

I was diagnosed with psoriasis when I was 10, I am now 22, so i have had it quite a while. At first the dermatologists thought I just had lice, after rigourous routines of lice removers (they stung the psoriasis areas like fire!) they finally owened up to the fact that I had psoriasis. When I was still at home my mom bought the TGel shampoo and the prescribed medical topper that goes on after it, it didnt' help, it burned and made the areas on my scalp worse and redder, though the toppical was left on overnight and rinsed off with the Tgel. I didn't use it after a few years of the painful shampooing and once I married and got out on my own, I began looking for herbal remedies that didn't burn, no risks like cancer or immune problems (psoriasis is a immune disorder, why would I want medical drugs that lower my immune system!?) The best thing that I have found for my head and ears (worst areas) was a large tea bath made from chickweed (very cheap to buy from health food stores in bulk) put it in a large cotton tea bag (also available from healthfood stores that sell loose leaf herbs) run a hot bath, let the tea bag soak as if it was a giant cup of water, like you are making a tea to drink, but instead of drinking it, you are soaking in it. Sounds strange but after I tried it (the water turns a mild green color, like green tea, it's normal) once you lay down in it, soak for a while and relax. I personally found my skin tingling in a good way, felt like little fingers massaging the painful areas, I soak for about 30-45 minutes and then bathe as usual, rinse and dry off, it's good as an every other day bath soak and for me personally, it is a relief for about two days at a time, enough time goes by that when I need it again, it's time for a soak. I also rub in cocoa-shae butter lotion after a soak, not only does it smell good, it has good vitamines in it too. Sun is ALWAYS the better remedy, just be careful of burning. It's hard, try not to scratch the areas, if you must, just rub with the flat of your fingers to aleviate the itch feeling. There is no cure of psoriasis, you just have to live with it, and the more sun on the areas like elbows and knees the better, so even though it's embarrassing, wear those shorts in summer, just lotion up and keep some aloe or shae lotion with you to reapply when you dry out, don't cover the areas up!

#34 - Christina - 04/06/2009 - 13:09

i have recently been searching the net for any help with psoriasis and i found a site wich claims this proz92s is great for help with psoriasis has anyone heard of it

#35 - pat - 04/20/2009 - 11:05

I have had psoriasis since age 5. I am now 42. I am so tired of going to the dermatologist that I really don't go any more. The medicine they gave me as a kid ended up giving me stretch marks on my legs. I think because it was some sort of steroid. Being out in the sun has always helped me the most. T gel shampoo for the scalp is best. I'm now trying to find information for something natural to try.

#36 - Kristine - 04/22/2009 - 17:52

I've suffered with my psoriasis terribly for most of my adult life. The final straw was when it started covering my hands and people could see it at work. I started taking baths three to five times a week with epsom salt and then completely covering myself with vaseline. At first, I thought it wasn't working but within six weeks, I was completely healed. Mentally andn physically it was a tremendous boost. Now I'm just working on my dark spots for the summer! Just think, all of that time at the dermatologist and spending money on steroid creams didn't compare to a home remedy. I was especially impressed that the healing process happened during the winter months which is my most difficult time of the year. Of course, no doctor will ever give us this secret.

#37 - Healed! - 04/25/2009 - 11:51

Try doing Pranayama (breathing exercises) for 30 minutes a day - Anulome Vilome in particular. Do it for 2-3 months. Trust me. It will do wonders.

#38 - B Majumder - 04/27/2009 - 16:53

hey guys, good news, i am currently in a study that is 100% effective for everyone. some company bought the rights to this medication and it will be on the market this year! keep and eye out. in the study they haven't told me yet what it's name will be but i can tell you that you take a shot once a month and then at your doctors and then they will let you take it home with you and you will give it to yourself just like people take insulin..its a miracle!!! good luck everyone!

#39 - diana - 04/28/2009 - 09:10

I've been putting adolphs meat tenderizer (the kind with papain) on my psoriasis out of desperation. after my arms cleared I've been putting it on my left thigh and not my right one to check it out my left one is clearing very well. soak and rub it in it stings a little bit; not badly though it seems to do what steriods, creams,uvlight, and all the other b.s.stuff the money grubbin doc's gave me wouldn't.Maybe I should be glad I lost my health insurance?good luck to all you sufferers I HOPE THIS CAN HELP YOU TOO!Dave-O Riverside ca

#40 - daveo - 04/28/2009 - 23:57

This worked wonders for me and it costs less:

Go to the drugstore (CVS / Walgreens etc) and look for Aveeno natural soothing bath..its in a box form with 6-8packets. There is also a generic one like that made with the stores brand name. I usually buy that coz its cheaper. It is recommended if you have a tub to soak yourself into. Fill it with hot water and drizzle 2 sachets into it. completely mix until totally dissolved. soak your whole body for 40-60mins. Rinse and dry yourself with a towel. Dont WIPE..Just damp it to dry. Use if for 2 weeks everynight, then 4x a week on the 3rd and 3x a week on the 4th week. You also need to buy a TAR SOAP. I use grandpa's tar soap..i buy it at dr.leonards.com and only costs less than $6. Use the soap every morning and let it stay in your body for 20mins. Rinse after. email me at senorit28 at yahoo if you have success.

#41 - kenzie - 05/14/2009 - 17:22

hi all! As a ps. victim for 8 yrs, scalp,lower back,legs arms and in awkward places, have experienced with quite a bit.Steroid creams of course work but you cant use too long and the lesions can fire back worse.Moisterizing creams are good sootheners and some can keep the patches stable and smooth but they wont cure.ive visited the dead sea-again it only gives a few months relief.uvb id keep out.SO WHAT DOES WORK? Renie, theres no Husk at sallys beauty store. there is Rusk Products.And Tgel didnt work 4 me.on the int theres various advertizers but im skeptical with all their testimonials, why wont they give me a contact of a successful client-id gratefully give my contact if id be cleared with s/ones product.M-folia was of no use,& by the time youd confirm that, youve missed the money back guarantee date!so i didnt try proz92, pat, as they didnt give me a contact.my next step is probably one of those books-maybe dr pagano-would he give a referral address of someone whose been cleared with no recurrences for some time through his method? (kate, r u still cleared?). GOOD LUCK!

#42 - ben - 05/15/2009 - 00:49

hi i have had ps. for nearly two years and have found a tablet called AC11 in my health food store it helped clear up my plaques definitely worth a try
good luck

#43 - rosie - 06/07/2009 - 09:56

Hi, I have tried spraying and massage organic vinegar / apple cider on my scalp before and after shampooing and it helped to soothe the itch and reduce the scales on the scalp.

#44 - JanT55 - 06/07/2009 - 21:14

M dad had it terribly for 30 years and I have had it for about 15. Also, my dad goes to the acupunture every week for his. It\'s works.
Once I went dairy and meat free, it went away completely. Make sure to keep stress levels as low as possible, so exercise works, as well as a daily muti-vitamin and fish oil.(I generally had mine behind my ears, elbow, nail, arms, legs and ear.)

#45 - tt - 06/08/2009 - 13:55

My wife has psoriasis on her feet and it kills me to see her suffer. Her feet itch almost incessantly and she uses vaseline, dermovate cream which helps but only just. Can anyone help?

#46 - bwuth - 06/15/2009 - 23:55

I think I will try the Proz92 and see if that is some relief or else the AC!! but I can't find it at my health food store?

#47 - Elaine - 06/16/2009 - 12:47

I'm 31 and developed Psoriasis when I was about 13. The only respite I got was during my first pregnancy when I had not a single flake, spot or lesion on my entire body..but BOY did it come back with a VENGANCE within about 2 months after I gave birth. I have tried just about every perscription and over the counter cream, lotion and potion out there to NO availe(GRRR) Right now however I am taking Dandelion root capsules and they seem to be working GREAT. It was recommended by an herbologist I know who has treated several people with it. I was instructed to take 500 MGs 3x/daily for one week, 2x/daily for the second week and 1x/daily from then on. Even this past winter when my skin actually burns and hurts so badly it makes me cry I didn't even itch! :-D