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SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Likely Very Effective
Based on 1 Research
9.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
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9.5
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.
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9
Multi-use antifungal
1 people found this helpful
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.
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7.5
Ringworm improvement
I used it as a footbath for my grandad, who has Ringworm fungus, and it has considerably improved!
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Based on 1 Research
9.5
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9.5
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.
Read More

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USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
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9
Multi-use antifungal
1 people found this helpful
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.
Read More
7.5
Ringworm improvement
I used it as a footbath for my grandad, who has Ringworm fungus, and it has considerably improved!
Read More

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7.5
Ringworm improvement
I used it as a footbath for my grandad, who has Ringworm fungus, and it has considerably improved!
9
Multi-use antifungal
1 people found this helpful
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.
9.5
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.

References

  1. Pisseri F, Bertoli A, Nardoni S, Pinto L, Pistelli L, et al. Antifungal activity of tea tree oil from Melaleuca alternifolia against Trichophyton equinum: an in vivo assay. Phytomedicine. 2009;16:1056. 10.1016/j.phymed.2009.03.013
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