Are you battling a stubborn fungal skin infection? You’re not alone! These infections can affect anyone, often due to gym sessions or pets. The good news? You can cure them naturally! Dr. Shikhar Chaube from the Eliixir Skin and Hair Clinic suggests a healing approach using nature. Here are some tips that may be useful in addressing stubborn fungal infections without going for aggressive medication.
What is Skin Fungal Infection?
The fungal infection of the skin is a condition where fungi invade the skin and usually cause infections in the warm and moist regions of the skin. This includes conditions such as “tinea pedis” (athlete’s foot), “tinea corporis” (ringworm), or even “fungal nail infection”. Such infections are generally not dangerous but can be quite annoying (to say the least!) and embarrassing. If you are struggling with a fungal skin infection, a prescribed treatment can help you achieve clear and smooth skin with no itching. Are you all ready to read about some of the best-known natural fungal skin infection treatments? Let’s move on then!
Tea Tree Oil: Nature’s Little Antifungal Hero
Tea tree oil is well known for its antifungal and antiseptic characteristics, which make it a vital player against fungal skin infections. Just combine a few drops of it with a carrier oil (such as coconut oil) and rub it onto the affected area twice a day. You should start seeing improvement in redness and itching in no time. What’s even better is that it also has a pleasant, cooling scent which makes the experience feel as if you are at a spa!
Just remember; in case of sensitive skin, a patch test is always recommended first to avoid any irritation.
Garlic – Your Kitchen’s Secret Weapon!
Garlic is not only a flavor-enhancing ingredient; it can also fungi problems. Allicin, a compound found in garlic, works against infections and promotes faster healing of your skin. Take a few garlic cloves, crush them, and add a bit of olive oil to them, then apply the paste to the affected area. Leave it on for about 10-15 minutes, and then wash it off. The scent may not be so elegant but it is worth it for relief!
Coconut Oil for Skin
Coconut oil isn’t just best for cooking- it contains medium-chain fatty acids that attack the fungal infection. Rub it on the inflamed areas directly and repeat the process several times a day. It is softening and hydrating, and can also help minimize scars. This remedy is non-irritating and hence can be helpful for anyone looking for a soothing remedy for a fungal infection of the skin.
Aloe Vera for Skin: It’s Cool, Calm, and Ready to Fight
Aloe vera gel is very effective in treating skin irritations caused by fungi and immediately relieves the feelings of pain and itch associated with the infection. Aloe Vera gel obtained from fresh leaves has antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties that help deal with the infection while healing the skin. You may use the gel 2 or 3 times a day to reduce inflammation and hasten recovery.
A quick tip: To experience an even cooler sensation, store your aloe vera gel in the refrigerator!
More Important Precautions to Take on Fungal Infection:
- Keep the Skin Dry: Wet skin is a favorable condition for the growth of fungi, which is why it is critical to keep dry skin, particularly the areas that are “prone to sweating”.
- Wear Loose Clothing: It has been discovered that cotton and moisture-wicking fabrics mitigate the chances of acquiring the infection.
- Bathtime After Exercises: Fungi seem to love dirty gym equipment; thus, taking a bath and changing clothes should be done ASAP after the workout.
It is always good to try natural remedies for fungal infections, but if the signs do not go away, or even worse, a Dermatologist in Mumbai such as Dr. Shikhar Chaube should be contacted. We, at Eliixir Skin and Hair Clinic, can assist you with the dermatological situational diagnosis and recommend a variety of treatments starting from natural remedies to more intensive dermatological procedures. Be it treatment for Eczema, or care of Nail infections, we want you to have skin that is healthy and rejoicing. We also offer advanced therapies, including topical treatments, phototherapy, and oral medications along with personalized skincare advice for Psoriasis treatment.
If you can, use natural treatments, and let’s show those darn fungi who’s the boss!
