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Ages ago I started trying to scratch itches through some fabric, like a shirt sleeve or something, so I wouldn't damage the skin (keep the fabric stationary on
by Izkata 2y ago
Ages ago I started trying to scratch itches through some fabric, like a shirt sleeve or something, so I wouldn't damage the skin (keep the fabric stationary on the itchy skin and drag your hand across the fabric). For some reason it's almost as satisfying as scratching directly, so I wonder if it gets the benefit without the downside here.
- exe34 2y agoI've found that gentle rubbing/massage has the same effect, although I need to remember it. also scratching through clothes hasn't always stopped me from drawing blood.
- taeric 2y agoThis is what I recall being taught as a kid with bad allergies and various skin conditions. Rubbing can be helpful. If so, consider rinsing with water to make sure you don't have any residual thing there upsetting your skin. Scratching through fabric is difficult because, if it does work, it could also trap the irritant in the fabric.
- eastbound 2y agoI just press my nail into it, to avoid scratching but to still cause the counter-itching effect.