Different types of oil
Different types of oils have shown to be very effective in the treatment of ringworm some of the oils are
- Coconut oil –Coconut oil contains certain fatty acids that may help to kill fungal cells by damaging their cell membranes. Coconut oil is an effective and safe remedy for people with mild or moderate skin infections. To treat ringworm, apply liquid coconut oil to the skin three times per day. Coconut oil has been tradionally also be used as a moisturizing lotion, which can be an effective way to prevent the occurrence of ringworm infection.
- Lemongrass oil –Lemongrass essential oil reduces the activity of several types of fungus, including ringworm. The best method of using lemongrass oil for ringworm is to mix it with a carrier oil and then applying it to the skin twice daily with a cotton ball.
- Oil of Oregano –Oil of oregano, which is made from wild oregano, contains two strong antifungals called thymus and caracole. Oil of oregano can help stop the growth of fungus candida Albans. You need to dilute oil of oregano with a carrier oil before use. Apply the oil to the attached area more than three times a day.
- Lavender oil –Lavender oil is effective in the treatment of ringworm and is known for its antifungal qualities. Lavender oil kills the fungi and eliminates it completely. It should be applied topically, directly on to the infected area two times a day, until the symptoms disappear entirely.
- Jojoba oil –It is a very safe remedy for ringworm and can safely be applied in ringworm infections in babies. You need to apply a mixture of jojoba oil with lavender oil on the infected area multiple times a day till the symptom disappear completely.