Tea tree oil shows promise for ringworm
Antifungal activity of tea tree oil from Melaleuca alternifolia against Trichophyton equinum: an in vivo assay.
We conducted a study to evaluate the effectiveness of tea tree oil (TTO) in treating equine ringworm caused by Trichophyton equinum. In this trial, 60 horses were divided into two groups; one received a TTO mixture, and the other was treated with a conventional antifungal.
After 15 days of treatment, both groups showed positive results, with complete healing observed in all the treated animals. This suggests that tea tree oil can be a viable natural alternative for managing ringworm, complementing traditional therapies, especially for those interested in herbal options.
Multi-use antifungal
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This essential oil is excellent, of very good quality, and the size lasts a long time. I use it in various ways, particularly as an antifungal for toenail fungus and Ringworm. As someone who does a lot of sports and sweats frequently, I've had these issues. The aroma is lovely and fresh, providing a sense of cleanliness. Its benefits are numerous, though its composition isn't wholly pure since it contains some alcohol; nonetheless, it’s still effective. While it may cause some sensitivity on wounds, I recommend it as it works well for my needs. This is an honest opinion; it genuinely helps.