#280071 - 06/27/07 05:34 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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HOOK
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Any soap will break down the oils as well as isopropal alcohol. Tyipically, exposed skin should be thorougly washed within 60 minutes of exposure. However, for mitigatave measures, Ivy Block, sold in most stores, is EXTREMELY effective in preveting absorbtion of the toxic oils if applied pre-entry.
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#280297 - 06/27/07 08:49 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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Andy S.
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My Dermatologist prescribed me "Temovate Cream" (topical steroid) five years ago when I experienced a bad case of poison ivy. By FAR the best topical cream I have ever used, and I have used many. I have continued to use it for the last five years and it still amazes me with it's healing ability. It reliefs all itching/burning in 12-36hrs and completely clears up the sores in 2-4 days.
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#280351 - 06/27/07 09:22 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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I'm glad that I'm not allergic to it. Its the chiggers that live on or near the stuff that skeer me.
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#280353 - 06/27/07 09:23 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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Chris Tripp
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witch hazel helps breakdown the oils and relieve itching also
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#280361 - 06/27/07 09:33 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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Gil, dont you know not to believe anything in the tennessean. I hate poison IVY I used to get it all the time until I started spraying down with Right Guard deodorant. It blocks the oils from touching your skin...well it works for me.
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#280380 - 06/27/07 09:48 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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I wash with a touch of bleach in cool water (don't need much bleach) to break down the oil. Works for me.
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#280387 - 06/27/07 09:52 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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Chris Tripp
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like BSK, I am pretty much immune, unless it gets in a cut or scar
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#280392 - 06/27/07 10:01 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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trealtree
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You dont use the stick deodorant goober...lol Use the "Spray" you get it at the dollar store for about 2 dollars. I spray it all over and it really doesnt smell at all after it dries. It works in potato guns also.
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#280397 - 06/27/07 10:04 PM
Re: Poison Ivy / Oak
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Chris Tripp
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that spray also helps prevent insect bites
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