PROBLEM: Rash? Try: tobacco leaf

It is contact dermatitis. Don’t let the name fool you. That’s simply the rash that results on your skin upon contact with anything that triggers an allergic reaction. Tobacco leaves aren’t just for chewing; they can help you relieve the itch and swelling. Squeeze the leaves between your fingers or mash on your palm until […]

PROBLEM: Rash? Try: tobacco leaf
PROBLEM: Rash? Try: tobacco leaf

It is contact dermatitis. Don’t let the name fool you. That’s simply the rash that results on your skin upon contact with anything that triggers an allergic reaction. Tobacco leaves aren’t just for chewing; they can help you relieve the itch and swelling. Squeeze the leaves between your fingers or mash on your palm until some juice flows. Smear the juice on the affected area morning and evening for two days.

Courtesy: Gillian Nantume