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Does bleach remove the urushiol oil or help effectively treat the rash?

April 26, 2017bleach help Oil rash remove treat urushiol

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Does bleach remove the urushiol oil or help effectively treat the rash?

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No. Bleach may appear to be a quick fix to a poison oak or poison ivy rash. However, bleach removes the top layer(s) of your skin and can cause your skin to crack and become more irritated. This process can weaken your skin and the rash may become worse, or it could lead to an infection.