• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to site footer
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
Home Jobs by MOM

Home Jobs by MOM

Insights. Ideas. Improvements.

  • Lifestyle Insights
  • Business Ideas
    • Online Tools for Bloggers
  • Improving Family Life
  • Contact

Don’t Let Chafing Make You Uncomfortable

You are here: Home / Lifestyle / Health & Fitness / Medical / Don’t Let Chafing Make You Uncomfortable

THIS WEBSITE USES AFFILIATE LINKS WHICH MEANS WE RECEIVE COMPENSATION IF YOU PURCHASE A PRODUCT THROUGH THEM. VISIT OUR DISCLOSURE PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

March 12, 2019 by Home Jobs By Mom
Pin17
Tweet
Share5
22 Shares

Don't Let Chafing Make You Uncomfortable

Many people suffer from chafing, especially in the thigh area. A little extra weight can cause your thighs to rub against each other causing your skin to become slightly raw and irritated. This repetitive friction can also occur in the groin area, under your arms, or even on your nipples and it is no fun!

Chafing is basically a name for your skin rubbing against another area of skin. It's often a sweaty, painful mess and can be worse if you have sensitive skin.

The good news is that there are a number of ways that you can handle skin chafing.

Keep Things Dry

One of the most important things that you can do is to keep your skin dry. Wet skin just makes symptoms worse.

You may find that using talcum and alum powders, or even cornstarch, will help keep sweat under control and reduce skin chaffing.

Oil Up

You can also lubricate problem areas with petroleum jelly or another type of lubricant. Baby oil, lavender oil, almond oil, and vitamin E cream are also good choices.

But remember with essential oils, you need to mix it with a carrier oil first. Otherwise, they have the potential to burn your skin and worsen your condition.

Wear the Right Things

For sensitive areas such as your nipples, you can use nipple flowers or tape to prevent them from chaffing against your shirt.

Don't wear your clothes so tight that it is uncomfortable, especially if you are exercising. Your clothing should be close but also breathable to help prevent excessive sweating.

Talk to Your Doctor About Chafing


Sometimes, even despite our best efforts, you may still find that you have areas of your body that are always chaffed and sore. Depending on how bad the affected area is, you may need to talk to your doctor about getting a prescription medication to treat it.

You should never let your chafing get out of hand because it can lead to a nasty infection.

Take a Break

If your chaffing is caused by a certain activity like exercise compression shorts or pants might help cut done on the friction. Better yet you probably should take a couple of days off to give your skin a chance to heal.

Eat More Antioxidants

Another way to keep chaffing under control is to eat certain foods. Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and foods rich in beta-carotene are a great way to get more antioxidants into your diet and will strengthen your immune system as well.

If you are not sure which food contains these healthy and beneficial ingredients, a rule of thumb is that yellow and orange fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene. Most citrus fruits contain vitamin C, and spinach and egg yolks generally contain vitamin A.

chafing

Chafing can be manageable if you follow a healthy diet plan and take the time to care for yourself. It doesn't take much effort and you will enjoy life more without unnecessary discomfort and that annoying chafing burn.

Related Posts:

  • Why Turn to Korean Beauty Techniques for Your Anti-Aging Regimen
    Why Turn to Korean Beauty Techniques for Your Anti-Aging…
  • Top Skincare Tips to Help with Rosacea
    Top Skincare Tips to Help with Rosacea
  • 3 Helpful Tips For Knitting Homemade Baby Clothes
    3 Helpful Tips For Knitting Homemade Baby Clothes
  • Taming Sensitive Skin with Lavender and Chamomile @pure_parker
    Taming Sensitive Skin with Lavender and Chamomile…
  • Save Money and Fight Visible Signs Of Aging #MorningSave #Deals
    Save Money and Fight Visible Signs Of Aging #MorningSave…
  • Snap-8 Peptide: A Botox Alternative to Reduce Expression Lines
    Snap-8 Peptide: A Botox Alternative to Reduce Expression…
  • 6 Ways To Prevent Skin Aging & Wrinkles Naturally
    6 Ways To Prevent Skin Aging & Wrinkles Naturally
  • Childhood Sunburns and Skin Cancer Later in Life #momsmeet #coolasuncare
    Childhood Sunburns and Skin Cancer Later in Life #momsmeet…
Pin17
Tweet
Share5
22 Shares
Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle, MedicalTag: chafing

About Home Jobs By Mom

Krystle Cook – the creator of Home Jobs by MOM – put her psychology degree on a shelf and dived into a pile of diapers and dishes instead. She is a wife and mother to two rambunctious boys, sweating it out in her Texas hometown. She loves cooking, DIY home projects, and family fun activities.

Previous Post:natural homeCreating a Natural Home Environment with Simply Earth
Next Post:The Best Oatmeal Cookies without Raisins (Super Soft and Delicious!)The Best Oatmeal Cookies without Raisins (Super Soft and Delicious!)

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Amy D

    March 17, 2019 at 6:56 pm

    As a fitness instructor and runner, I’ve had my share of chafing. However, I do make sure my body is moisturized before I workout. If I am covering a long distance run, I use Body Glide, which is fabulous for anti-chafing. I also wear moisture wicking fabric.

    Reply
    • Home Jobs By Mom

      March 21, 2019 at 3:19 pm

      Sounds like you know all the perfect things to avoid body chaffing. I’ll have to check out Body Glide!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Sidebar

Welcome!

Get a look into a mom’s inkling into this crazy thing called life.

Read More

Recent Posts

  • Blogger Opp: Nat Geo Kids Birthday Fun Pack Giveaway #BloggersWanted
  • @NGKidsBks Birthday Fun Pack Giveaway (Ends 4/21) @mediamastersbks
  • 6 Essential Tips for The Best Birthday Surprise @NGKidsBks
  • Hosting a Birthday Party for Kids with Autism and Sensory Issues
  • How to Supercharge Your Hiring and Recruitment Process
  • How to Show Appreciation to Your Busy and Stressed Mom
  • How International Traveling Nurses Can Secure a Sponsored Visa
  • How To Triumph In Your First Nursing Assignment as a New Nurse
  • Blogger Opp: Superior Source Kids Clean Melts Giveaway
  • @WinningMovesUSA Games Spring Giveaway (Ends 4/11) @Versatileer

@NGKidsBks Birthday Fun Pack Giveaway (Ends 4/21) @mediamastersbks

@WinningMovesUSA Games Spring Giveaway (Ends 4/11) @Versatileer

@SuperiorSource UNGUMMY Movement Giveaway (Ends 3/31) @PinkNinjaBlogg

Nat Geo Kids ‘Weird But True Birthday Fun’ Giveaway @DeliciouslySavv (Ends 3/31)

@SuperiorSource Kids Clean Melts Giveaway (Ends 3/31)

Mickey & Minnie Digital Code Giveaway (Ends 3/31) @SilvieArmas

@ABarAbove Cocktail Set Giveaway (Ends 3/31) @DeliciouslySavv

Rugrats Season 1, Volume 2 DVD Giveaway (Ends 3/22) @DeliciouslySavv @Nickelodeon

Enter More Giveaways!

Free Download

“Every day is another chance to get stronger, to eat better, to live healthier, and to be the best version of you.”

Productivity-Planner-Preview
Download the FREE Colorable Productivity Planner to get your life more organized. Sign up as a newsletter insider today!
Be a Better You!

  • Blogger Opp: Nat Geo Kids Birthday Fun Pack Giveaway #BloggersWanted
  • @NGKidsBks Birthday Fun Pack Giveaway (Ends 4/21) @mediamastersbks
  • 6 Essential Tips for The Best Birthday Surprise @NGKidsBks
  • Hosting a Birthday Party for Kids with Autism and Sensory Issues
  • How to Supercharge Your Hiring and Recruitment Process
  • About Home Jobs By Mom
  • Terms & Privacy
  • Contact
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram

Copyright © 2023 · Home Jobs by MOM · All Rights Reserved

This website uses affiliate links which means we receive compensation if you purchase a product through them. Visit our disclosure page for more information.