How To Dilute Tea Tree Oil For Toenail Fungus

Toenail fungus is a very common problem. It results in the splitting, decolorization, cracking, and thickening of the affected toenails. This can lead to unsightly nails and pain. Yuck!

But all is not lost if! There are many natural and home remedies available that can help you. This includes the amazingly versatile essential oil from Australia, from the Tea Tree. Great!

So, now you may be wondering how to dilute tea tree oil for toenail fungus. The answer is: you don’t actually need to dilute it!

In this article, we’ll look at how to use tea tree oil to tackle nail fungus.

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The Tea of the Tree

Tea tree oil, also known as Melaleuca Alternifoli, is native to Australia and has been used for hundreds of years as a topical agent to fight skin infections. This is why you’ll find it in many cosmetic products. It is found on shampoos, massage oils, and nail creams.

This is due to its antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Nailing It

If you’ve noticed a white or yellow-colored spot underneath the tip of your toenail, then that is probably toenail fungus. Left untreated, it will cause the decolorization and thickening of the nail.

Before you start applying tea tree oil as a natural treatment, you must prepare the toenail to get the best results.

Getting rid of the fungus will take time, so you will have to treat the affected areas regularly. As tea tree oil is considered one of the safest essential oils on the market, this shouldn’t cause you any issues.

But, patience will be needed as you continue with your treatment. The fungal-affected areas will need to grow out from the root of the nail. This is because it is where the new toenail originates.

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How To Dilute Tea Tree Oil For Toenail Fungus

The great news is that tea tree oil  is a completely safe essential oil to use, even though it has strong properties.

If used directly on the skin, you may want to dilute it in a carrier oil.

However, for using it directly on a toenail to get rid of the fungus, you can use it at 100%, with no need for dilution!

There are a few tips to follow, though, to make sure that tea tree oil will help to get rid of your toenail fungus.

• Clip your toenails with clean nail clippers
• Using a coarse nail file on the infected toenail, file down as much of the dead nail as possible.
• Wash your toenails with soap and water to get rid of any fungal residue and dirt.

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Try and Apply

Now it’s time to apply the tea tree oil onto your toenails.

All you have to do is apply 2-5 drops of oil directly onto the toenail from the bottle. If that’s too messy for you, you can also apply the oil to a Q-Tip or cotton ball and dab the affected toenail.

Press gently so that the oil soaks into the toenail. And now let it dry out naturally.

You’ll need to repeat this process at least twice a day, morning and nighttime would be best.

You’ll also have to repeat the filing down procedure at least once a week. This is for the tea tree to effectively treat the toenail fungus.

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Fungus Begone!

Preventing toenail fungus is easy if you follow good hygiene. Make sure that you keep your toes clean and dry, especially if you swim, play sports, or work out regularly. Keeping your toenails short and clean will also prevent fungus from growing under the nails.

Follow these steps to prevent toenail fungus from occurring again.

Feet Treat

As often as possible, walk barefoot around your house to give your toes a treat. Walking barefoot is good! It can benefit your knees, hips, and other joints, including your back.

It allows your feet to breathe with maximum air available for your toenails, so excess moisture can’t act as a breeding ground for fungus.

Public Alert

Toenail fungus is extremely contagious. It can easily spread from toenail to toenail by the use of nail clippers. It also happens from person to person like in communal changing rooms. It can even spread internally.

So if you frequent places that are shared by others walking in bare feet, such as swimming pools and gyms, then make sure to wear flip-flops.

Tight Fit

Avoid wearing compression socks and socks made from cotton or wool. Your feet start sweating when wearing these types of socks. Then moisture will build up, creating a breeding ground for fungus.

You should also avoid wearing tight shoes. This is because the squeezing of your feet causes stress, which again, causes them to sweat.

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Conclusion

So, now you know how to dilute tea tree oil for toenail fungus: don’t dilute it at all!

And you’ll be equipped with a natural weapon for the fungus if your prevention tactics don’t work & happens again.