I brushed my bare leg against stinging nettles and now its red, stingy and itchy. what can i do to stop itching and stinging?

Remedies: Probably my only negative memories from living in scotland as a child- nettles. Wash the skin with soap & water. Make a paste of baking soda and water (sticky consistency) and spread over the affected area. In a pinch you can spit on the affected area because saliva can neutralize the chemical irritants. In the woods – apply mud to the area. Curly dock can also be rubbed on the area.