Nail fungus: natural remedies to overcome it
Some products buried deep in our cupboards can prevent and fight against the first signs of onychomycosis (nail fungus). How to use them?
Some types of fungi can infect fingernails and especially of the feet , causing what is called onychomycosis . This infection is manifested by stinging, irritation, peeling of the skin, and redness. The nail becomes darker, thicker and it weakens.
In question, a deregulation of the pH of the skin that must be treated as quickly as possible, at the risk of complicating the situation. If the symptoms are at the initial stage and the nail is not too damaged, you can try to treat yourself with some natural ingredients. But if the nail begins to come off or it hurts, consult a specialist .
Essential oils to fight against onychomycosis?
The antiseptic and disinfectant properties of lavender essential oil and tea tree essential oil make them excellent remedies for nail fungus.
Thoroughly clean the area to be treated , apply the essential oil of your choice, pure, let sit for 10 to 20 minutes, rinse and dry.
Repeat several times a day.
Precautions for use: Before using essential oils, remember to do a test beforehand by placing a few drops in the crook of your elbow to check the absence of allergy . Especially avoid contact with the eyes.
Baking soda for nail fungus
The advantage of baking soda is that it can dry excess moisture on the toes .
Make a paste with baking soda and water, then apply to the nail. Let it dry for ten minutes and then rinse and pat dry.
You can also dilute it in a basin of lukewarm water and soak your feet in it.
Vinegar to fight against onychomycosis?
The acidity of apple cider vinegarand white vinegar helps rebalance the skin's pH while eliminating fungi and bacteria.
Mix the same dose of vinegar and water in a basin, and soak the area to be treated for half an hour each day. Dry your feet properly to limit moisture.
The Reader's digest site offers a variation to make this foot bath even more powerful: use mouthwash instead of water.
Garlic to get rid of nail fungus
The antifungal compounds in garlic help treat toenail fungus .
Mix a crushed garlic clove with white vinegar and apply the mixture to the infected area, then cover it with a bandage for a few hours. Repeat daily until the infection is gone.
Coconut oil to overcome onychomycosis naturally?
To prevent the progression of a nail fungus (but also that of a fungus of the skin, mouth or genitals), coconut oil can also be an interesting alternative.
Mix 30 ml of coconut oil with 30 drops of essential oil of tea tree, lemongrass and Ceylon cinnamon. Apply the mixture twice a day until improvement.
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