How To Use Hydrogen Peroxide For Toenail Fungus?
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Using a hydrogen peroxide treatment to treat toenail fungus is simple. All you need to do is follow the guide below:
Note: Make sure you mix the solutions in recommended amounts only as using a higher concentration can dehydrate the nail, which may cause cracking and impair healing.
1. Soak Your Feet In Hydrogen Peroxide
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What You Will Need
Hydrogen peroxide (3% solution)
Water (enough to soak your feet)
A tub
A towel/tissues
Duration
15-30 minutes
Method
Trim your nails and carefully file the affected area to reduce thickness, allowing for better hydrogen peroxide penetration.
Cleanse the affected nail and surrounding skin with a mild antifungal cleanser and water, then pat dry thoroughly.
Now, pour a small amount of hydrogen peroxide into the tub and mix it with equal parts water.
Soak the affected nail in the solution for 15-30 minutes.
Rinse the toenail with water and pat dry it with a clean towel or a tissue.
How Often?
Repeat twice daily until the fungus is gone. This may take several weeks to a few months.
Why This Works
Hydrogen peroxide has antifungal properties that may kill the fungus and clean the infected area, preventing further growth and aiding healing. This treatment may increase oxygen levels and effectively destroy the nail fungus (9).
Andrea Jean, a YouTube vlogger, demonstrates the use of hydrogen peroxide on her feet in a video. She says, “It Is an all-natural remedy if you have an athlete’s foot. You’re just going to want to shave off, rub off any of that extra dead skin. The hydrogen peroxide helps loosen it and kill any bacteria (i).”
2. Epsom Salt And Hydrogen Peroxide For Toenail Fungus
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What You Will Need
2 tablespoons of Epsom salt
1 cup of hydrogen peroxide
Warm water (enough to soak your feet)
A tub
A towel
Duration
15-20 minutes
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