In winter, I often have a dry and irritated nose due to the heating.
You too ? Then you know it's unpleasant and sometimes painful!
Irritation, inflammation, discomfort, but also itching, scabs, bleeding, cracks or burns...
You know these symptoms.
So what can be done to relieve them? How to moisturize an irritated nose?
Fortunately, my pharmacist advised me of the best simple and effective home remedies to solve this problem.
Here are 9 natural treatments tested and approved to cure a dry nose quickly. Watch:
In winter, it is even more important to have good nasal hygiene .
Remember to clean your nose every day.
Rinse it out using saline or homemade saline solution.
For a complete cleaning of your nose, do not hesitate to use this technique.
It is used as a nasal lubricant .
Sesame oil is recommended.
It moisturizes and softens the nasal cavity.
But in addition, it has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and softening properties.
Its moisturizing action also allows the mucus to detach from the walls if it ever forms a crust.
You can therefore put a few drops in the nose in the morning and in the evening.
If you don't have sesame oil, substitute it with olive oil.
Here is a natural grandmother's recipe that provides quick relief.
Start by pouring 3 liters of water into a saucepan.
Add a bunch of fresh mint and bring to the boil.
Then let simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
Then pour the infusion into a basin. And soak a towel in it.
Spread it near a radiator in your bedroom.
The moisture that emanates from it, combined with the benefits of lemon and mint , soothes your irritated nose.
It is also an excellent alternative to essential oils.
This decoction recipe also acts on a stuffy or dry nose.
It makes the air more humid .
In a saucepan, boil 3 liters of water.
Then add 4 tablespoons of chamomile and 4 tablespoons of lemon balm.
Place a lid on the saucepan and heat over low heat for 30 minutes.
Then you can pour your decoction into a small basin.
Soak a towel in it, wring it out.
And hang it near a radiator in the bedroom.
It's really great for humidifying a child's or baby's room.
Why ? Because this remedy does not contain essential oils.
And both lemon balm and chamomile have relaxing benefits.
Without forgetting that chamomile also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
But before using this remedy in a child's or baby's room, ask your doctor if there are no contraindications.
Another decoction, but the same objective:to soothe an irritated nose.
This time, we will use pine or fir needles.
Boil 3 liters of water.
Meanwhile, put 5 tablespoons of pine or fir needles in a container.
Pour boiling water over it. If you wish, you can add a few drops of pine essential oil.
Leave to macerate for 30 minutes. Then strain the mixture into a bowl.
And place near a heat source (radiator, stove, fireplace...).
The steam released humidifies the air, which instantly relieves the nose.
And pine needles help to breathe better and soothe the irritated throat.
Here we find the benefits of chamomile.
Chamomile is rich in flavonoids.
This allows it to be an anti-inflammatory natural and effective.
But one of its little-known virtues is also to be a natural treatment against winter ailments.
It's true that chamomile is a powerful antibacterial.
Its properties thus make it possible to fight against inflammation of the mucous membranes.
To benefit from this chamomile remedy, simply make an inhalation .
For this, heat 250 ml in a bowl of water.
Add 2 tablespoons of dried herbs.
And let infuse 5 min.
Then cover your head with a towel and lean over the bowl.
Take long breaths for 5 min, until the vapors cool down.
Drinking hot water is simple, but full of health benefits.
But in addition here, we add the benefits of plants .
Indeed, drinking an infusion of plants relieves and soothes the irritated nose .
The ideal is to choose plants whose antibacterial and soothing properties are recognized.
You can choose thyme, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint and rosemary.
Mix them in equal amounts in a teapot.
Pour hot water over it and let it steep for 10 to 15 minutes.
And drink your infusion twice a day.
Here is a simple solution to treat a dry and irritated nose.
Drink water helps to limit the symptoms of a dry nose.
Drink regularly to treat a dry, irritated nose easily.
In any case, it is essential for maintaining good health.
Did you know that certain ailments indicate that you are dehydrated?
So remember to drink regularly!
This tip helps you know if you are drinking enough water during the day.
When your nose bothers you with irritation or dryness, get some fresh air.
The difference in temperature may be enough to wet your nose .
In addition, walking has many health benefits.
And it's completely free.
So it would be a shame to deprive yourself of it!
Why do we always have dry noses?
It is often in winter that our nose becomes dry and irritated.
And it's not without reason!
Indeed, nasal dryness is often the direct consequence of an atmosphere that is too dry due to heating.
Unless a cold, illness or medication is the cause.
So, how to avoid having an irritated nose ?
Often due to heating, the air inside the house becomes drier.
In summer, air conditioning has exactly the same effects.
Fortunately, there are simple tricks to humidify the air naturally and without spending a fortune.
You can find them here.
No need to turn up the heat in your apartment or house.
You will spend a fortune on heating.
And the air is getting drier and drier!
Do you know the right temperature to maintain in your home? It is 19°C.
Check that you are heating to the ideal temperature in your home, room by room.
Active or passive exposure to tobacco smoke dries out the nose and irritates it.
In addition, it weakens the immune system.
Your organism is weaker.
And it defends itself less well against germs and viruses.
To quit smoking, also try these tips to quit once and for all.
Dust and dust mites can be irritating and cause nasal dryness.
So the solution is simple, remove the dust.
And make sure she never comes back with a magic spray.
Finally, be aware that the fluctuation of hormones during pregnancy or menopause can also dry out the nose.
You can then use one of these remedies to relieve yourself.
If you are pregnant, avoid essential oils. They can be dangerous.
Always seek specialist advice before using essential oils.
Finally, stress can also be an unknown cause.
You can try one of these tricks to eliminate stress naturally.
