All right, that sounds frustrating. I get it, let’s dive into it. From an ayurvedic perspective, what you’re experiencing could be linked to an imbalance in the doshas, maybe Pitta and Kapha. When Pitta goes off, it tends to heat things up – hence that burning. While, Kapha, when imbalanced, can lead to a thickening of tissues.
First off, let’s cool it down. Neem leaves, which are bitter and cooling, could actually help a lot. Try grinding fresh neem leaves into a paste, adding a little turmeric (which is anti-inflammatory) and applying it to the affected areas for about 20 minutes then rinse it off. Do this once daily.
Diet-wise, avoiding overly spicy, oily, or salty foods might lessen that internal heat. Focus on a more cooling diet – think cucumbers, coconut water, and fresh coriander. Avoid anything too heavy or greasy, so bye bye fried goodies!
Internally, you could opt for Ayurvedic herbs like Triphala, which is great for balancing all three doshas. It’s usually available in powder form. Just take a teaspoon with warm water before bed.
Aloe vera gel is also quite soothing. If you got access to fresh aloe, even better! Just cut a leaf, scoop the gel out, and apply it directly onto the itchy areas.
Drinking enough water is important to keep things hydrated, and adding few tulsi (holy basil) leaves in your water can be more beneficial.
Lifestyle-wise, try a regular dry brushing routine before showering. Use a natural bristles brush to gently exfoliate and improve circulation, then follow with a warm (not hot) shower.
Consider daily meditation or yoga as well to manage stress, which can flare up skin issues. If this is not getting better or it worsens, see a healthcare professional in person, just to be safe. Don’t hesitate!