Home Remedy to Get Rid of Ringworm Spots

Ringworm is an infection of the skin caused by a fungus. The infection is contagious and spreads from skin-to-skin contact with an infected person, as well as contact with an infected person's personal belongings such as towels, hats and clothing, hair utensils and sports gear. Symptoms of ringworm include a red, itchy rash. The rash can take the form of a ring, although this is not always the case. You can treat ringworm with a home remedy.

Things You'll Need

• Antibacterial soap
• Warm water
• Dry towel
• Tea tree oil

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Instructions

• 1

  Wash the affected area gently with soap and warm water. Use a towel to thoroughly pat the area dry.

• 2

  Apply tea tree oil to the affected area. This includes the actual ringworm as well as the area within an inch of the infection.

• 3

  Reapply the tea tree oil two or three times each day. Continue applying the treatment until there are no signs of the infection.