Now here’s an itch to scratch: A whopping three out of four American households experience itchy skin that can be irritating and unbearable. While it may provide temporary relief, scratching ultimately results in further irritation, potentially causing bleeding and even scarring. It can interfere with your days and bring about sleepless nights.
When Itch Strikes: Whether it’s hitting the slopes or building a snowman in the backyard, wintertime snow draws many out into the cold. As the weather turns balmier in spring and summer, we’re encouraged to spend more time in the great outdoors. Moms and dads are busy tending to the garden or mowing the lawn, while kids explore nature. And what summer would be complete without family trips to the beach or community pool?
Unfortunately, these favorite seasonal pastimes are also the cause of most cases of itch. Winter’s cold weather and indoor heat are hard on skin, leaving it dryer than normal. With the warmer weather, gardeners turn into frequent-hand-washers, swimmers must deal with chlorine and sun exposure, and itch-inducing insects affect us all. To top it off, retreating to air-conditioned homes...