

You may remember the old saying: “leaves of three, let it be.” Poison Ivy has compound leaves – each leaf consists of three leaflets on each stem. Learn to identify the plant so that you can avoid it.

Repeat the soak 3 times a day or as directed by a doctor. Soak: Immerse the affected area directly in the solution for 15-30 minutes.Repeat as needed or as directed by a doctor. Compress or wet dressing: Immerse a compress or wet dressing in the solution and apply to affected area for 15 to 30 minutes.Mix 1, 2, or 3 packets in 16 ounces of cool or warm water. This treatment for poison ivy has been doctor-recommended for five decades, so you can depend on Domeboro® to comfort your irritated skin.ĭomeboro® can be used with a compress/wet dressing or as a soak. The idea is to remove the oil from skin as quickly as possible.ĭomeboro® Soothing Soak is your go-to poison ivy treatment product that will soothe the uncomfortable symptoms of urushiol, calming the urge to scratch which may result in additional complications such as infection. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises people who have been exposed to poison ivy/urushiol to rinse their skin thoroughly with Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or a grease-cutting soap (such as dishwashing liquid or liquid laundry detergent), and lots of water.
