August 27, 2017 34 Comments
Your health has to be built on a solid foundation. That’s not just a metaphor – your body needs healthy feet in order to maintain its true potential. There are plenty of challenges that the world can throw at your feet, too. From sore feet to athlete’s foot, knowing how to overcome those issues is vital for maintaining proper wellness.
One thing that can be a serious problem is toenail fungus. While compared to most things it’s relatively harmless, the fact is that this fungus can lead to an ugly foot, lower self-esteem, hesitation wearing open toed shoes, and more. And in severe cases it can lead to pain, itching, and more.
The bottom line? Treating toenail fungus is an absolute must, and something that needs to be done as soon as the first signs of the fungus appear. Luckily, there are options out there that can help. And best of all, there are natural options as well – including the use of powerful essential oils that can help to stop toe fungus in its tracks.
There are plenty of reasons that trying a natural essential oil treatment for nail fungus makes sense:
In short, choosing the natural route makes sense and could help your feet and toes look and feel better without the need for over the counter creams, sprays, and other treatments. Of course, talking to a medical professional is always important when you notice changes to the health of your feet. But if it’s determined that a fungus is present and not some larger underlying condition, essential oils could be worth thinking about.
It’s important to note that essential oils should only be one part of your treatment plan. Toenail fungus thrives in dark, damp places and as a result it is important to take some additional steps that will help you get even more from this type of treatment. Along with the essential oil treatment, remember the following.
Keep these basic tips in mind and combine them with essential oil treatment, and you’ll be on a path to healthier toenails and a foot that’s free from fungus.
Now that you’ve got a clear idea on the basics of helping your fight against toenail fungus, the only thing left is to start the battle. There are a few key essential oils that work best here, and understanding how to use them is the first step towards relief. With that in mind, here are the three best essential oils for fighting toenail fungus and how to use them.
Keep these oils in mind, and you should be able to naturally fight against toenail fungus and improve the health and beauty of your feet in the process.
September 17, 2019
Do I put these 3 Essential oils (Oregano, Tea Tree, and Cinnamon) on my toenail at the same time? Do or should I add or mix these 3 Essential Oils to a another or carrier? Oil like plain cooking olive oil? I know I should clean my feet daily and my nails should be reasonably dry when applying the Essential Oils. It is probably a good idea to cut and file my nails as low as possible – correct???
February 18, 2019
Could I put a few drops of tea tree, oregeno and cinnamon oil together with a teaspoon of olive oil and then apply? If so, for how long and do I wash off with soap and water afterwards and dry or leave residue on nails?
Not clear on that.
February 03, 2019
Thanks for suggesting oregano and tea tree oils. I suffer from high blood pressure so I wonder if it is advisable to use oregano essential oil.
January 23, 2019
Do not use cinnamon oil without putting it on a carrier (coconut oil works) – it can create a huge reaction when using it without diluting it.
January 15, 2019
I used Oregano oil full strength for about 6 months. It seemed to be effective but then my skin on much of the toes and bottom of my foot as well as the arch and top of the foot became inflamed and the skin began to peel and crack deeply. I stopped the oil and have been treating the dermal trauma with anti bacterial creams and the skin is beginning to heal. The nail fungus seems to be in remission and the nail seems to be growing back. The dermal problem has been going on for about 4 weeks now.
January 14, 2019
Enjoyed reading the article above , really explains everything in detail,the article is very interesting and effective.Thank you and good luck for the upcoming articles
March 12, 2018
I thought oregano was a hot essential oil and that you had to be careful with it.??are you sure it will not burn in the toenails?
March 01, 2018
Dont you need to dilute these oils with coconut oil or something? or can you apply them to the nail bed directly?
December 02, 2017
Thinking about using the tea tree oil and oregano on my son’s feet to treat nails. Would it be effective to apply the oregano directly to the nail bed and make a salve with tea tree oil and coconut oil to apply to the feet?
September 03, 2017
I have heard about tea tree and oregano oil for fungus but not cinnamon. Great to know!
September 03, 2017
As much as i love cinnamon and the benefits internally i didn’t think of the benefits it had externally on fungus great article write up.
September 02, 2017
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September 01, 2017
We have had experience with Tea Tree Oil getting rid of toenail fungus that even prescription meds didn’t touch, but I had no idea of the other two. Thanks for the great information!
September 01, 2017
Very Informative! I dealt with toenail fungus and used coconut oil and tea tree which really helped. I had to be consistent with it to achieve a beneficial effect. Thanks for sharing other solutions to cure toenail fungus.
September 01, 2017
Love that tea tree, it sure is a versatile oil, cinnamon and oregano make sense too when dealing with fungal infections. Thanks for all of the ways to use them.
September 01, 2017
Wonderful information. :)
September 01, 2017
lot of great information I don’t have that problem thank goodness
August 31, 2017
The article is informational, I knew about tea tree oil but I had no clue about oregano or cinnamon oil. Live the pic, too funny with the mushrooms,
August 30, 2017
I’ve only ever thought of tea tree essential oil in DIY masks. Amazing that it can treat so many other issues!
August 30, 2017
interesting article
August 30, 2017
Fungus on 2nd toe on each foot refuses to respond to over-the-counter remedies. I need to try this!
August 30, 2017
It is amazing to learn how essential oils can be used to cure and help so many health issues.
August 30, 2017
wow ineteresting blog of how to treat toe nail fungus using essiential pils instead of chemicals.
August 30, 2017
I would love to win this awesome contest!
August 30, 2017
Thanks for another informative article.
August 30, 2017
Honestly I find it amazing that essential oils can help with even things like fungus.
August 30, 2017
Jen, I think they are referring to how the cinnamon oil is made – from the bark – and to use the oil itself directly on the site of the infected area.
I love using my oils topically whenever possible! Why go to the store when I can use my oils at home for a fraction of the cost?
August 29, 2017
More helpful tips. Thank you. Xx
August 29, 2017
Thank you for this information! I have a son who plays football….any suggestions on using the oils in his shoes as preventative?
August 29, 2017
Love to have one of these. I usually use only the ultrasonic ones. :)
August 29, 2017
I never imagined that Cinnamon would be used in this way. Your blogs are so informative, and I have learned alot from reading it.
August 29, 2017
Are you saying to use the cinnamon bark or cinnamon leaf? Each have their own dermal max, along with the oregano. So be mindful of that.
August 29, 2017
I had no idea that essential oils could help cure things like toe fungus- I always went with the whole aromatherapy aspect!
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October 03, 2019
Should I put the 3 essential oils (Tea Tree, Cinnamon and Oregano) on my toenail(s) at the same time or separately and spaced? Should I mix the essential oil(s) with a carrier oil like maybe just a plain basic cooking olive oil and how much of each oil? I have also read that I should file my toenails down as much as possible before applying the Essential Oil(s).