The following homemade ointment can help you treat ingrown toenails, and soothe the pain and infection. Apply it directly on the affected area, and you will accelerate the healing process.
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces coconut oil
- 5 drops lavender oil
- 2 ounces aloe Vera gel
- 1 drop oregano oil
- 5 drops tea tree oil
- 2 drops peppermint oil
- 5 drops eucalyptus oil
Preparation and use:
- Mix all ingredients in a small glass jar, and close it tightly. Stir it well with a small spoon.
- Apply it on a dry and clean toenail, and allow it to air-dry. Wear flip-flops.
- You can also bandage it and put on some loose-fitting shoes.
- Repeat this procedure 2-3 times during the day. Afterward, wash the hands and avoid their contact with the eyes. Be extra careful when using oregano oil, as it is a natural antibiotic, but it can cause a burning sensation.
Avoid High Heels and Tight Shoes
These kinds of shoes must be avoided in the case of ingrown toenails, as they apply additional pressure to the affected area, and thus, obstruct the healing process. Yet, it Is beneficial to use sandals, as they allow the nail to breathe freely and heal.
