If you have a known allergy, avoid contact with the substance that causes the allergy.

Avoid infectious diseases that may cause skin rashes, such as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). For more information, see the topic Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Diseases.

Treat your skin gently:

• Do not bathe too much. Soap and water dries your skin of the essential oils that hold in moisture.
• Do not scratch your skin or rub it roughly with towels.
• Avoid exposure to chemicals that may irritate the skin, such as rubbing alcohol, soaps, detergents, or solvents.