Ringworms

Ringworm is a common fungal skin infection. It is highly contagious caused by different fungal species. This skin disease can be transmitted through the exchange of sweat, public showers, obesity or weak immune system. Ringworm signs are easily spotted hence it is straightforward to diagnose the condition. Skin appears red with, circular rash, itchy and hair fall out.

Home remedies for ringworms

Papaya

This fruit has many benefits which most people tend to overlook. It contains an active ingredient papain that is helpful in sloughing dead skin cells off. This way it removes the breeding areas for ringworms. When these worn out cells are removed, new cells grow to replace them. Enzymes in papaya can also help to break down fungal and viral defenses and reduce irritation, pain, and inflammation caused by ringworms.

Salt treatment

Salt is an essential treatment for ringworms, and it is very effective. This is because it dries out your skin since damp and wet areas create a good environment for ringworm holding and spreading. Applying salt that has astringent properties can be excellent for disinfection of the areas. Salt will also speed up healing as well as reducing inflammation in the affected skin by sucking out skin moisture.

Aloe vera

Aloe vera is an anti-inflammatory and immune boosting herb making it a great cure for those who want to eliminate ringworms quickly. It also has anti-fungal abilities for most pathogens. Its gel also has saponins that are useful for relieving discomfort and pain caused by ringworms.

Coconut oil

Coconut is usually associated with healthy hair and scalp. In children with ringworms, applying coconut oil and leaving overnight cures the condition. This is because it naturally has rejuvenating and antifungal properties that help relieve infections and itching.

Mustard seed

These tiny seeds are mighty with regards to fighting skin infections. Mash mustard seed that has been soaked overnight and apply the resulting paste on the areas affected. It will remove the infection and give you a healthy skin.

Lemongrass tea

Lemongrass is an immune system booster and helps fight fungal infections in your body. This tea can also be allowed
to cool then applied to the skin area affected. So besides taking tea made from the lemongrass you can use it making it have a double effect on ringworms.

Ringworms can hurt your skin and need to be addressed as soon as it is realized. These are some of the simple home and natural remedies you can use to curb ringworms and prevent other skin problems.