8 Effective Natural Remedies For Ring Worm Treatment

Many believe that ringworm is in fact a worm infestation. In actuality, ringworm infection is a fungal infection affecting the skin surface and very contagious too. 

A ringworm infection is characterised by the formation of red and scaly rings on the skin which can be a mild infection with a few rinds or a severe on which can spread all over the body.

Once you get a ringworm infection is very difficult to control the spread of the disease as it can break out in any part of the body. Ringworm infection is not a serious disease. But it still has to be treated with care to prevent it from spreading to other people in the house and also to prevent its spread to other part of your body.

It can be a frustrating experience to try over the counter medications which may not be effective for all. Ringworm infections can be deeply disturbing and could be preventing you from showing off your beautiful body. If you are one of those who are inflicted with this infection, try these home remedies before you start any other strong medication. Sometimes you just could get lucky with one of these home remedies.

Natural Methods For Ring Worm Treatment

1. Treatment of Ring Worm with Nail Polish

Does this sound strange already? Maybe you must test its efficacy before jumping into conclusions. After all this is a simple treatment that does not require much time. Take clear, transparent nail polish and apply on the rings formed by the infection. Leave it for the full day. Doing this will suffocate the fungi involved in the infection and prevent spread of infection to other areas of the body.

You can remove it afterwards using a nail polish remover. After the final removal of nail polish, soak a cotton ball with nail polish remover and hold on the area of infection for 5 minutes. Allow it to dry naturally. Continue this treatment until the infection subsides fully.

2. Apple Cider Vinegar For Removing Ring Worm Infection

Apple Cider Vinegar as strong anti bacterial, anti fungal and anti microbial properties. For using apple cider vinegar for ring worm infection, apply it on the infected area and leave it on to dry naturally. This has to be done three times a day. Apple cider vinegar is very strong and acidic and will prevent multiplication of fungus and bacteria.

It is important to do a 24 hour patch test before using vinegar as you could have allergic reactions to it. If found safe, use it for a week every day for complete removal of ringworm infection.

3. Treatment Of Ringworm With Bleach

For those of you who have tough skin, a bleach can be used to get rid of those unsightly rings. Take a household bleach. Go to the ingredients list and check for sodium hydroxide. Did you find it? If yes, discard it and look for another natural remedy. Sodium hydroxide is very dangerous for the skin.

If you have a bleach without this ingredient, take a cotton swab and sprinkle some bleach into it. Gently pat the cotton swab on the infected area, taking care not to rub, lest the blisters burst and fungus should get infected in other places. Make sure that you do not use it on mucus membranes like nose, mouth, eyes, scalp etc. Avoid kids under 5 years too for this treatment. Continue treatment for a week. You will see the difference.

4. Ringworm Treatment Using Turmeric

Turmeric has strong anti bacterial and anti fungal properties. The treatment using turmeric involves oral as well as topical application. Make a paste of fresh turmeric root and apply on the area of infection. At the same time one tablespoon turmeric juice has to taken along with a few drops of honey for internal healing. Continue this treatment until the skin clears off which will not be too long.

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Turmeric kills all the fungi, preventing spread and also helps in preventing spread of fungi to other areas. Honey helps in keeping the skin moisturised and in clearing the infection.

5. Raw Papaya For Treating Ring Worm

One of the most effective treatments with fruits for removing ring worm infection, raw papaya has been found to have an enzyme that helps in removing the fungus that spreads ring worm infection. Cut slices of raw papaya and rub it on the affected area. Leave it on for 20 minutes or more before washing.

The seeds of papaya are also an effective remedy for treating ring worm infection. Make a paste and apply on the affected area. Leave it for 20 minutes before washing. Make sure that you do a patch test to ensure that you are not allergic to this enzyme.

6. Treatment Of Ring Worm Using Mustard Seeds

Mustard seeds have been found to be very effective in treating ring worm infestations. Grind mustards to form a smooth paste. Apply directly on the infected area and leave it on for half an hour before washing off. Do this every day for 1-2 weeks and your ringworm infection would have been completely gone by then.

7. Holy Basil Leaves For Ring Worm Infections

Holy basil is known for its medicinal properties and has been used as a herb for treating bacteria and other germs that cause infections and diseases. For using it on ring worm infections, crush basil leaves to extract the juice and apply on the infected area. Leave it for 15-20 minutes before washing off. Holy Basil leaves are used for the treatment of many skin disorders and also a variety of diseases with great success.

8. Cassia Leaves For Treating Ring Worm

The leaves obtained from cassia tree helps in removing skin irritation and also in reducing and removing swellings and related disorders like pain. Make a paste form the leaves and apply on the area of infection. You can also extract the juice from the leaves and apply on the infected skin. Doing this every day will eliminate the fungus within weeks.

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