The taro scalp contains highly alkaline mucus, called oxalic acid alkali, which has a strong irritating effect on the skin. The saponin in taro scalp makes my hands very itchy.

You can handle it as follows:

When peeling, wear disposable gloves or put a plastic bag on it. This can be avoided.

Pour some vinegar in your hands, rub it and then peel it, and the taro will not hurt you. However, this method cannot be used if there are unhealed wounds on the hands.

When your hands are itchy due to scraping taro or yam skins, if you put your hands above the fire and bake them briefly, the itching can be relieved. But when using this method, be careful not to burn your hand skin.

When your hands are itchy due to scraping taro or yam skins, fill a basin with some water, add a little vinegar, stir evenly and then use it to wash your hands, which can also relieve the itching.

When your hands feel itchy due to scalp scraping, you can first rinse with water, then wipe away the water stains, apply a little Fengyou essence and wipe it gently, the itching will be eliminated.

Wash your hands with soap, then rub some white wine on your hands and let it evaporate. After evaporating, wash your hands with soap to relieve the itching.

When you accidentally touch the skin and it is itchy, apply ginger to relieve itching.