Taking care of your health and wellbeing involves a lot of different things, and one of the single most important is certainly your skin. Healthy skin not only translates to a healthier you, but it also helps ensure that you have a high level of self-confidence, good self-esteem and that you make the right first impression on anyone.
One problem that may confront the skin is ringworm. Despite the name, ringworm isn’t a type of parasite. Instead, it’s a fungal infection that can occur almost anywhere on the body. When it appears, it generally presents itself as a red rash that is circular in shape, giving it its name. The rash will often be itchy, red, and scaly in appearance. The circular rash is often oozing or blistered, while in the center is a more normal-looking skin patch.
Ringworm is contagious, and the fungal infection can spread quickly and easily through skin to skin contact as well as through touching contaminated items ranging from clothing to surfaces to even the pets of someone who are carrying the fungus.
Treatment often involves the use of antifungal medications, creams, and lotions. However, what many may not realize is that using essential oils could be an excellent way to combat ringworm as well.
The use of essential oils for treating ringworm focuses on the same thing that over the counter or prescription treatments will focus on – killing the fungus that is causing the problem. Luckily, several essential oils have strong anti-fungal properties, and many can also work to help alleviate the pain, itching, and irritation that the fungus causes. As a result, essential oils are a perfect fit for combating ringworm.
It’s still always a good idea to consult a medical professional, especially if your ringworm is serious or shows no signs of abating after an extended period of time. In some cases, they may help offer suggestions on how to use the essential oils while in others they could recommend additional natural treatment options to help make your results come about even faster.
To use essential oils to combat ringworm, you’ll need to use the oil topically. Serious cases may need to be treated with direct, undiluted essential oil. However, it’s a good idea to test a drop of the oil you plan on using on the skin to see if it creates irritation first. Adding the essential oil to a carrier oil in a 3% diluted solution is a good option for those with sensitive skin. The best carrier oil for this use is coconut oil since it can help to combat skin-related issues on its own. Combining coconut oil with the power of essential oils will help give you the best results.
Apply the essential oil directly to the ringworm 3 to 4 times per day throughout the day until the fungal infection is completely gone. It’s important to be vigilant with the treatment in order to ensure that the best possible results are achieved.
Certain essential oils work better than others for combating ringworm. The right ones can provide beneficial results to the skin while also helping kill the fungal infection causing the problem. Here are the best oils to use for ringworm.
Blend one or two of these oils together to give yourself the best natural treatment for ringworm available. It could help you get the relief that you need without turning to expensive prescription drugs.
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Good information
Oops, I always thought Ringworm was an actual worm. I’ll have to remember that Rosemary and Lemongrass are anti-fungal. Thanks!
Perfect, a natural and effective treatment! thank you :-)
I am delighted with you, every day you teach us a new thing that essential oils are for
Muy buena información como siempre, muchas gracias.
Contains true Antifungal essential oils.
Thanks for the share. I did not know this.
The use of essential oils will always be a great alternative for skin problems before trying prescription drugs. In my family oils come first.
wow I did not know oils could prevent ringworm
Amazing
I honestly had no idea ty for sharing
brilliant article ty
Thanks
Thanks
Wow! Thanks for sharing didn’t know this! Every time I read about the many uses of essential oils, I’m impressed!! Hope I can buy one of your diffusers soon! 🌸🌺💖😍☺️🙌🏽
interesting good to know!!
These oils also work good with dogs :-)
Wow I always thought that it was a worm under the skin. Nice to know it is not. Its great to know oils can heal the fungus.
Thank u so very ,such for the information !.if I happen to get it I won’t be so panicked now.
Awesome to know essential oils can help with treatment.
Awesome to know essential oils can help with treatment.
Awesome to know essential oils can help with treatment.
Such great info!
Love that ringworm can be treated with essential oils. Thanks so much for the great article!🙏🏼
Thanks for the article, it is great to know that certain essential oils cure ringworm, I would like to know if pets can also be treated with them
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Thanks for the info! I am learning a lot about the usage of essential oils.