The peeling of the skin is a temporary problem; though a pressing one. Other than infection; dry skin, over sweating and harsh weather could be the cause of the peeling of skin. If the skin is peeling off; then it would be replaced soon. However, certain precautionary measures should be taken; especially if it happens to be the skin of the face. Moreover, it is the most vulnerable part of the body; as most of it is exposed to the environment. Sun burn is also responsible for the peeling of the skin. The bottomline is that it is not a serious malady.

Cucumber is very good for the skin as a natural and herbal treatment; this because cucumber is rich in water content; so it soothes the skin, especially, for the facial skin. The cucumber should be grated and the juice squeezed out. This juice should be applied to the affected area. Another potent herbal remedy for the peeling of the skin is the application of fresh mint leaf juice in the nights. It has a propensity which rejuvenates the skin. The application of Honey, olive oil and a concoction of sandalwood powder turmeric are also very good for the skin.

As the name suggests it is a disease of athletes. Tennis elbow is medically termed as lateral epicondylitis. It is a joint pain and the tendons become vulnerable to any strain due to this. The swelling in them could cripple a person if not attended timely. If the tendons happen to rip apart; then one could get tennis elbow. It is also called tendonitis. Any strain on the joints could be a very painful task. The joints become so painful that one cannot move them easily. A small thing like holding a glass would become a Herculean task. Remember negligence could prove fatal.

However, some handy home and herbal treatments are there for relief and cure from tennis elbow. Cold compress in the form of ice pack is very effective in reducing the inflammation and pain. Ice packs should be placed on the effected area for about 20 mins everyday. In about 3 hours the inflammation and pain would go away. This application could be repeated if required. Another helpful herbal remedy for tennis elbow is Zostrix. It is derived from hot pepper. It should be bandaged on the painful area. This would reduce the pain. Heat compress is also helpful in tennis elbow. The application is similar to cold compress. A hot water bag could be used for the purpose. Another known herbal treatment for tennis elbow is baked potato. Warm potatoes would hasten the lessening of pain.

A green bruise is very delicate and is usually red in hue. However, as the bruise; starts drying up the colour changes to a deep purple or blue. Nonetheless, as it starts to heal; it again changes its hue and appears to be yellowish green. Usually, there is no cause of worry if the bruise is not a deep one. If it is deep; then it would become a wound instead. In such an event it would become susceptible to infection. If infection occurs; then you would have to take a tetanus injection. Nevertheless, a minor bruise can turn to a festering wound if not treated properly.

The good news; however, is that there are herbal and home remedies to heal a bruise. The skin is as it is a very tender part of the body and so it is vulnerable to bruises; this is especially so with elderly people. This is so because the skin becomes suppler with age.

The application of Comfrey tea is a renowned treatment for bruises; the application of this would lessen the pain and prevent the formation of a scar. Cauterization; is another effective way to deal with a bruise; if it is not an open one. You can do this at home with the help of an ice pack.

The definition of freckles is that they are spots which are round and dark; they appear on the skin. Size wise they may range from 2 mm to 4 mm. Pigment precipitation; could be one of the causes for freckles. The skin surrounding the freckles would be of normal hue. According to medical science freckles are hereditary and it comes as an heirloom to a person. Though, they have no medical importance. However, the exposure to UV rays worsens them. Freckles can be found in any part of the human body; though usually they appear in the exposed part of the body. Freckles are of two kinds Ephelides and Lentigines. The former fades away at the onset of winter; however the latter lingers for a very long time.

Nevertheless, there are some herbal treatments for freckles. Massage the affected area with sour cream, and then wipe it off with a soft towel. After this, apply moisturizer to the area on which you have just used sour cream. Lemon juice is also very potent in treating freckles. This is because lime is a natural bleach and so the application of lemon juice lightens the dark spots. Cucumber face mask is also a very good herbal remedy for freckles.