Aloe vera is sometimes touted as a home remedy for mites. The plant's gel is used primarily against grass mites. Here you will find out how you can recognize mites and treat skin problems with the help of aloe.
How does aloe vera help against mite bites?
Aloe vera gel helps with grass mite bites by relieving itching, having an antibacterial effect and promoting wound healing. Simply apply to the affected skin areas two to four times a day until the skin is regenerated.
How do I recognize the grass mite and when do I use aloe vera?
Grass mites causeitchingand small redpustules on the skin. These symptoms typically appear about a day after the mites fall off the skin. The grass mite is also known as the autumn grass mite. By the time you notice the skin disease, the animals with the red spots have usually already moved away from the body. The infestation leaves behind a typical itch, which is also known as autumn scabies due to its seasonal occurrence. Some creams also contain aloe vera.
Where can I get aloe vera gel to treat mite bites?
Buy Take the aloe vera gel or harvest it from the leaves of the plant. How to proceed when harvesting:
- Choose he althy and strong leaves of the plant.
- Use a sharp knife and cut off the leaves at the base.
- Let the leaves stand with the cut side down for 1-2 hours until the yellow juice has drained off.
- Cut out the required gel from the inside of the leaves.
How do I use aloe vera against mites?
For treatment, you should apply the aloe vera gel to the itchyskin areas. Thanks to the following properties, the gel of the plant has a very healing effect against the parasite:
- relieves itching
- has an antibacterial effect
- promotes wound healing
Rub the gel onto the skin two to four times a day. You can repeat the treatment over several days until the skin is regenerated.
Tip
Fight mites with tea tree oil
You can get rid of mites from your home with tea tree oil. To do this, first fill water into a spray bottle. Then add about 30ml of tea tree oil. Then spray the solution over textiles and bed linen.
