Things You'll Need

Instructions

1

Take an oral antihistamine to help reduce the urge to itch.
2

Wash the bites with antiseptic lotion or soap. Use cool water, because hot water may stimulate itching.
3

Saturate a cotton swab with tea tree oil and clean the bites.
4

Apply a hydrocortisone cream to the area to reduce the itch. Read the directions on the tube to see how often you can reapply.
5

Apply calamine lotion to the bites to prevent itching. When it dries, it will create a light cover over the bites.
6

Soak in a tepid oatmeal bath.
7

Place an ice pack on the bites to reduce the swelling and itch.