Poison ivy, Toxicodendron radicans, is a plant that can cause people to break out in hives and rashes (and even experience anaphylaxis in a few severe cases) thanks to urushiol, the plant’s oily ...

Soaking in an oatmeal bath - a warm bath that contains finely ground oatmeal - can soothe skin conditions and irritations such as eczema, poison ivy, and bug bites. Oatmeal baths aren't just for ...