Ant bites and bee stings are more acidic in nature. For these you want to neutralize the effect of the venom.

Baking Soda (bicarbonate of soda) can draw out impurities, calm irritated skin and sooth redness. Make a paste of baking soda and very cold water to treat poison ivy, or baking soda and apple cider vinegar to treat ant bites and bee stings.

Cucumber. The water-rich cucumber is great for treating irritated skin-from rashes and sunburns to swelling. Mash up a cucumber and lay it over the affected area to soothe troubled spots.

Meat Tenderizer is composed of a hardy enzyme derived from papaya that is able to break down tough meat fibers. When applied to ant bites this same enzyme, also known as papain, can draw out venom and swelling. Simply add water and make a paste of the meat tenderizer, then apply to the affected area. Meat tenderizer can be found at grocery stores and health food stores.

Teas have been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, from fevers, coughs and nausea to congestion and constipation. Black tea contains quercetin, which is thought to have antiviral properties, as well as tannin, which is believed to help prevent nosebleeds. Drink one to two cups of strongly brewed black tea if you have suffered from an outbreak of cold sores or are experiencing frequent nosebleeds. A wet tea bag can also be used as a poultice directly on the nose to help stop the bleeding, or on an insect bite to reduce swelling.