How to Treat a Ringworm With Vinegar

Ringworm is a fungal infection that causes red, circular blotches on the surface of the skin. The blotches may itch terribly. Often the red blotches form atolls of infected skin completely surrounding an island of healthy skin. Contrary to its name, ringworm has nothing to do with any sort of worm. One home remedy for ringworm: vinegar.

Instructions

• 1

  Obtain a bottle of apple cider vinegar, then use a cotton swab to apply a few dabs to your inner arm. This is to check and see if vinegar is safe for you to use, as it can have negative effects on some people.

• 2

  Let the vinegar remain undisturbed on your arm for a night.

• 3

  Check for adverse effects on your skin the next morning. Is there a rash? Does it itch? If not, you are ready to proceed. If so, stop using the vinegar and seek an alternate remedy.

• 4

  Use cotton swabs to generously lather the ringworm-affected area with the apple cider vinegar. Repeat this action at least three times per day. Refrain from giving in to the temptation of washing it away. Simply allow it to dry naturally.

• 5

  Continue applying the apple cider vinegar using the cotton swabs for at least a week.