What are the carotid arteries? The carotid arteries are the blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to the head, brain and face. They are located on each side of the neck. You can easily feel them by placing your fingers gently either side of your windpipe.
Apple cider vinegar has antiseptic, anti-itching, antifungal and antibacterial properties that help get rid of itching. 1  Add two to three cups of apple cider vinegar to lukewarm bath water. 2  To treat more localized itching, apply apple cider vinegar on the affected areas using a cotton ball.
Tip: Relieve Itch from Poison Ivy and Poison Oak. April 18, 20050 found this helpful. After washing the area with soap and water, wipe down that area of the skin with a mix of 1/2 chlorine bleach and 1/2 water and rinse with water. Helps to remove the plant oil that creates all that itching.