Toenail Fungus - Natural Cures and Home Remedies

Toenail fungus is an embarrassing, persistent condition that strikes millions of people around the world and without treatment, it can last for quite a long time and prove to be quite painful. Essentially, a fungus will thrive under and around the nail itself, and while it can occur on the hands, it is much more common on the feet, due to the dark and damp environment. This can result in the toenail become brown or yellowed, and it will often affect the quality of the nail itself. Over time the nail will become thicker or painfully brittle and it can even result in the loss of the nail, beginning with a crumpling of the nail's edge. Take a look below for some natural ways to treat this condition yourself; these are all effective and it is important to find one that works for you.

When you are looking at home remedies, remember that it might take more than one to find one that works for you. Our bodies are very different, and what one person responds to well won't necessarily have the same results everywhere. Tea tree oil is one method that has had a great deal of success though, and it's a great place to start. Get undiluted tea tree oil, mix a small amount of it with an equal amount of olive oil and use a cotton ball to apply the mixture to the affected nail. Similarly, you can apply a few drops of pure tea tree oil to your toenail and rub it in every morning.

There are also several soaks you can use to make your toenail fungus go away. Some people swear by a daily soak in Listerine mouthwash due to its powerful antiseptic qualities, while others feel that this is a bit too strong and will irritate the skin. Other people will also soak their affected toes, but will use a milder solution of warm water and apple cider vinegar. After you soak, no matter what you've used, remember to dry your toes thoroughly. The best drying might include you using a hair dryer set on high to do a very complete job.

For a solution that can be applied on the go, mix up an equal amount of tea tree oil and lavender oil and use a cotton ball to apply it to the top edge of your nail and any affected areas two or three times a day. You can keep these supplies with you and apply them when you're out camping and worried about a recurrence or even while you're at work if you'd like to do it on a regular basis. You'll find that by adjusting the mixture, you can get different results, so be sure to experiment.

With a little bit of work and some careful perusal of the results, you can make sure that your toenail fungus leaves for good. Try these techniques and if necessary, look up some others; there is a solution out there for you, and all you have to do is find it!

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