Avoid rubbing the skin hard with a towel. You don’t want to further irritate dry, peeling skin.
If the area is very painful or bleeding, ask your doctor for a medicated ointment. You’ll be able to spread it on the area much like petroleum jelly. [4] X Research source
You can also make a soothing tea to add to the tub. Boil 1/3 cup of green tea, 1/3 cup of dried calendula (marigold), and 1/3 cup of dried chamomile in 2 US quarts (2,000 ml) of water. Let the tea steep until the liquid cools, then strain it and pour into your tub.
Make sure you don’t wear clothes that have seams or straps that rub. If you notice rubbing or irritation when you first put it on, the rubbing will only get worse after several hours of wearing it. Better to choose something more comfortable that doesn’t chafe your skin.
Spread the lubricant on areas that usually chafe before you plan on exercising or sweating. It can also help heal chafed skin and prevent blisters. [11] X Research source
Start by exercising and incorporating healthy food into your diet. You can do an exercise that doesn’t cause significant chafing, like swimming weightlifting, or rowing. [13] X Research source
