Capsaicin, a natural ingredient in cayenne pepper, has shown evidence of reducing the redness, scaling, and itching that is commonly associated with psoriasis. Many have found that a cream containing capsaicin helped relieve itching and got rid of psoriasis plaques. Cayenne is a primary ingredient in numerous over-the-counter and some prescription creams used for the [...]

Considerable evidence, both in animals and humans, indicates that curcumin is quite effective against psoriasis when applied topically to the skin. Curcumin topical gel can get rid of psoriasis scales and allow the skin to heal normally. Published research shows that Curcumin is a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and in cream form acts as a [...]

If you’re looking for a natural psoriasis relieving product, emu oil might just be the perfect remedy. Emu oil is a 100% natural moisturizer that is bacteria- and odor-free. Because of the strict refinement process emu oil goes through before it becomes available for use, it is also steroid-free, which makes it stand apart from [...]

Green and Herbal teas are great whole body cleansers, and therefore can have a very positive effect on psoriasis. In addition, drinking Green and herbal teas can be helpful in counteracting the dryness of psoriasis. Below is a list of herbal teas that are associated with healing psoriasis. 1. Slippery Elm Bark Tea Clinical researchers [...]

Topical steroids are the most commonly prescribed psoriasis medications and they are available as creams, ointments, gels, lotions, solutions, oils, and shampoos. They can be used anywhere on the body and work quite quickly, often within 1-2 weeks. However, with long term use, steroids often lose their effectiveness. The dangers associated with the use of [...]

Experiments and reports from patients with psoriasis suggest that taking Neem leaf orally combined with a topical neem oil treatment (like baths, soap, lotion or salve) can be at least as effective as coal tar and cortisone in treating psoriasis, with none of the nasty side effects. Neem is indeed one of the most wondrous [...]

Many people have found that using Dead Sea Salts can have a dramatic positive effect on their psoriasis symptoms. In the 1950’s, physician studies concluded that authentic salts extracted from the Dead Sea have a proven therapeutic effect on skin ailments such as psoriasis and eczema. Regular bathing in these salts was shown to provide [...]

Tea Tree oil is a natural essential oil that contains very potent anti-bacterial properties. It can therefore can be very helpful and very effective in controlling psoriasis outbreaks and reducing the severity of  existing psoriasis lesions. Tea tree oil tends to makes psoriasis less irritable for those who have it. Tea Tree Oil has been [...]

If you are suffering from scalp psoriasis and its symptoms, there are a number all-natural shampoo products available that can help reduce the flaking and itching of your scalp psoriasis while moisturizing and soothing the scalp. An effective natural scalp psoriasis treatment shampoo can help control outbreaks as well as cool inflammation and scales. The [...]

Turmeric (the stuff in curry spice) is an incredible anti-inflammatory and can help treat all psoriasis sufferers. It is proven as effective as steroids/corticosteroids. The red patches and scaly lesions of psoriasis can be hard to battle for many sufferers. Since inflammation is at the root of these symptoms, a substance like turmeric, a common [...]

Within the psoriasis community, awareness about the benefits of using supplements of essential fatty acids (EFAs), continues to emerge. Recent research has shown that skin conditions in humans, such as psoriasis and eczema, have improved dramatically when fish oil, flaxseed and flax oil was added to the diet. The red, itchy patches of eczema and [...]

Recent clinical and experimental data favor the role of intestinal Candidiasis in psoriasis. One study compared the presence of Candida albicans in the saliva and feces of psoriasis patients to a control group. They proved that Candida is one of the psoriasis causes, and that a Candida treatment program should be used along side any [...]

1. Avoid skin irritants Stay away from all commercially produced soaps, and use only soap products produced from all-natural sources such as olive, coconut, vegetable oils, and pine tar. This Is Important Because: Commercial soaps contain carbolic acid, caustic soda, and tallow which dry out your skin therefore irritating your psoriasis in the process. Commercial [...]

1. Reduce your alcohol intake If you suffer from psoriasis symptoms, it is imperative that you reduce your alcohol intake. Excessive alcohol consumption is a surefire way to keep your psoriasis thriving since alcohol puts great strain on the liver. One study of 362 men between ages 19 and 50 found that many drank heavily [...]

Many people affected with psoriasis believe that certain food allergies are a trigger to their psoriasis condition. It has been shown that a certain protein that causes mast cells (related to allergies) to recruit inflammatory cells is higher in people with psoriasis. Food intolerance’s can upset peoples metabolisms and lead to flare-ups of psoriasis. The [...]