How to Use Herbal Remedies To Treat Psoriasis - Psoriasis

Step 1
Apply pure aloe vera gel to the affected area. Alternatively, rub the flesh of a freshly cut leaf. Aloe vera is one of the premier herbal remedies for a whole range of skin conditions.
A 1996 study by Tropical Medicine and International Health found that the topical application of aloe vera significantly helped to clear psoriasis in 25 out of 30 patients.

Step 2
Calendula essential oil has anti-inflammatory properties that are effective in treating psoriasis. Mix one drop in one quarter cup olive oil and massage into the affected area.

Step 3
Add one teaspoon of lime juice to one cup of fresh bitter gourd juice. Sip this daily on an empty stomach for 4 to 6 months.

Step 4
Use a cotton ball to dab some apple cider vinegar to the inflamed area that is affected by psoriasis.

Step 5
Powder two cups of dried oats in a coffee grinder. Add the powdered oats and one cup dried milk to your warm bath and soak in it for at least 15 minutes.

Step 6
Cayenne pepper contains capsaicin, a compound that helps to relieve the itching and pain associated with psoriasis.