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Homemade impetigo remedies are a great way of curing the condition. One of the remedies is adding oil from tea tree to the bathing water. This is followed by the application of calamine lotion.
Turnip is also recommended for impetigo treatment. Taking chopped turnip that has been immersed in the natural vinegar or water from rice for six hours helps in fighting off impetigo.
Making a paste of cornstarch and Vaseline then applying it to the area that is affected is one of the great homemade impetigo remedies. The purpose of the Vaseline is to heal the irritation on the skin that is caused by sores. The cornstarch helps in making the rash to dry up. Calendula cream may also be applies after taking a bath as it also helps to cure the impetigo.
Bathing for several times in a day is one of the helpful homemade impetigo remedies. Those who have severe cases of impetigo should take a bath after every four hours. Application of hydrogen peroxide can also be used. The correct measurement for the hydrogen peroxide should be 1 part peroxide for every 3 parts of water.
Removal of crusts is another is another of the homemade impetigo remedies that helps in fast cure of the ailment. This is done by application of warm compresses or soaks to crust. During the night, charcoal poultices may be applied.
Aloe gel mixed with lemon grass and patchouli oil is among the homemade impetigo remedies. The mixture is applied to affected area.
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