Best Way to Use Tea Tree Oil for Ringworm

You might think to use tea tree oil for ringworm. Tea tree oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties which may help to soothe the itchy ringworm rash on your scalp or body.

What is Ringworm?

Ringworm is caused due to fungal infection. It is a type of rash that may form in a circular on the skin. If ringworm form on the body is known as tinea corporis and if its forms on the scalp then it is known as tinea capitis.

You nay cause by touch an animal, person, or any personal items like towel or cloths, which infects with ringworm. It is a red and circular shape on the skin, It is a fungus, not a worm.

Tea Tree Oil for Ringworm

Tea tree essential oil is extracted for the leave  Melaleuca alternifolia, which is a native plant of Australia. A study found that using tea tree oil treat a fungal infection like athlete’s foot. Research, that 70% of people reduce symptoms of athlete’s foot by apply tea tree oil twice a day for a month.

Most of the people who used 50% of tea tree oil had skin clearing and may reduce skin rash. A recent study fount tea tree oil also prevents fungus infection like candida.

Read: Tea Tree Oil for Cold Sores

How to Use

Before using tea tree oil consult a dermatologist to make sure ist it safe for your skin.

  • Mix few drops tea tree oil with a carrier oil (coconut oil)
  • With the help of Q-tip, cotton ball or soft cloth apply diluted oil on the rash

You can also use products with diluted oil for cream, Before using it checks the instructions nad better do a patch test before to use it.

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Ringworm on the scalp

To treat ringworm on the scalp:

  • Use a few drops of diluted tea tree oil on the affected area on the scalp
  • You can also mix a few drops into shampoo and wash it

If you free any irritation on the scalp then stop using tea tree oil and make an appointment with a dermatologist.

Read: Tea Tree Oil for Toothache

Other Home Remedies for Ringworm

  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Grapefruit seed extract
  • Garlic
  • Aloe vera
  • Turmeric
  • Oregano oil
  • Soapy water
  • Powdered licorice

Read: Tea Tree Oil for Hemorrhoids

Bottom Line

According to research tea tree oil helps to treat fungal infections like athlete’s foot and ringworm. Always use diluted tea tree oil to avoid irritation. Before use, it takes dermatologist advice.

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