Essential oils are an effective alternative to conventional nail fungus treatments. They offer quick results and, most importantly, help revitalize the nail matrix for healthy nail regrowth. Which essential oils should you use, and how should you apply them? In this article, we’ll also introduce Poderm® ready-to-use essential oils solution.
Which Essential Oils Are Effective for Treating Nail Fungus?
Several essential oils have been proven effective in improving the appearance of nails and eradicating the fungus responsible for nail fungus.
- Lemon Essential Oil helps cleanse and purify yellowed and damaged nails caused by fungus.
- Tea Tree Essential Oil is known for its purifying and sanitizing properties, making it ideal for fighting viruses, bacteria, and fungi.
- Palmarosa Essential Oil is a purifying oil that accelerates the action of other cleansing oils.
- Egyptian Geranium Essential Oil offers purifying and sanitizing benefits.
- Rosemary Cineole Essential Oil has purifying and cleansing properties. It stimulates nail growth and aids in regeneration.
- Clove Essential Oil is a powerful purifier with exfoliating properties for the nail.
You can find the full list of essential oils used to treat various nail conditions on our ingredients page.
How to Use Essential Oils for Nail Fungus Treatment
Essential oils can be used either pure or diluted, depending on the age of the person being treated. You can apply them individually or blend them together. For nail fungus, combining several essential oils is often the most effective way to fight the infection more quickly and efficiently. Some oils target the fungus directly, while others help revitalize the nail matrix, ensuring healthy and consistent nail regrowth.
The Proven Effectiveness of Essential Oils for Nail Fungus
As with any antifungal treatment, consistency and perseverance are key. Complete healing occurs when the nail regrows entirely and healthily.
Essential oils are the preferred treatment for nail fungus as they don’t weaken the nail or its matrix. They purify and repair the nail simultaneously, allowing it to regrow healthily. Ready-to-use solutions are available to make your treatment and daily application more convenient.
Poderm® Essential Oils Treatment for Nail Fungus
Poderm has developed the Fungal Nails Serum to treat nails affected by fungus. The product works mechanically by forming a protective lipid film that eliminates the fungus and promotes the natural renewal of the nail. Its natural formulation strengthens the nail’s barrier function and eradicates the fungus responsible for yellowed, thickened, or detached nails.
You no longer need to mix various essential oils yourself—Poderm has done that for you! The serum is ready to use, and its essential oils blend and dosage have been carefully designed to deliver fast and effective results.
Also, check out the Intensive Night Treatment, which combines the benefits of the Fungal Nails Serum with a reparative gel cap. Perfect for continuous repair while you sleep!
