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Natural And Herbal Remedies for Ringworm

Posted May 16 2011 8:14am

There are many simple natural remedies and herbal solution to get rid of ringworm completely. Some of them are:

2. Raw papaya:
Raw papaya is extremely beneficial for curing ringworm. Take some fresh slices of raw papaya and rub it on the affected area. You can also make a paste by drying papaya seeds and applying the same of the affected area.

3. Mustard Seeds:
Mustard seeds also provide a good cure for ringworm. Wash the ringworm patch with hot or lukewarm water first. Make a thick paste of mustard seeds and apply a thick layer on your skin.

4. Butea Seeds:
Butea seeds are useful in curing Ringwood. Make a thick paste of butea seeds with very little lime or lemon juice. Apply the same on the ringworm patch many times during the day and leave it for ten or more min.

5. Cassia leaves:
Cassia is a tropical shrub bearing yellow flowers and large leaves. The juice of cassia leaves is used as a cure for ringworm and other poisonous bites. You can also make a paste by crusing the leaves and applying it on the affected area.

garlic 7. Garlic:
Garlic has been used to cure many infections. It is an antiseptic in nature because of which it is an excellent ringworm cure. Use freshly chopped/grated garlic directly on the affected area. Bind the garlic to your skin with the help of a plastic wrap. Some people experience burning sensation but it is extremely beneficial. If possible leave this wrap on for the whole night.

8. Essential Oil
There are many essential oil with curative powers to treat ringworm. Some of them are lavender oil, peppermint oil, geranium oil, myrrh oil and tea tree oil. If you are using any of the oil on children the best essential oil are tea tree oil or lavender oil. Do not use peppermint oil on kid’s skin as it is slightly strong. For babies younger than one year mix two drops of lavender oil in one teaspoon of jojoba oil and massage it very gently on the affected area.

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