Here are 5 of the best essential oils to treat hives plus effective recipes that really work in soothing & calming those itchy hives! Hives are red, itchy raised bumps/welts on the skin that look just like mosquito bites. Roughly 1 in 6 people develop hives at some point during their lives and for most people, they can take anywhere from a few days to a week to heal on their own. For some people hives can be a downright source of pain and anguish especially when they itch and sting like crazy. Using hydrocortisone creams may give temporary relief but don’t solve the problem once and for all plus Continue Reading