Good examples of home remedies for impetigo, a disease characterized by skin wounds are the medicinal plants marigold, malaleuca, lavender and almond because they have antimicrobial action and accelerate the regeneration of the skin.
These home remedies can be used in both children and adults. However, this should not be the only form of treatment, and may only facilitate the treatment indicated by the doctor, especially when antibiotics are needed. See how impetigo treatment is done by clicking here.
Calendula and arnica compress
An excellent home remedy for impetigo is to apply wet compresses on calendula tea with Arnica because of its antimicrobial and healing properties that help heal wounds faster.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons marigold
- 2 tablespoons arnica
- 250 ml of water
Method of preparation
Add the 2 tablespoons of marigold in a bowl with boiling water, cover and leave on infusion for approximately 20 minutes. Wet a cotton or gauze in the tea and apply on the wounds 3 times a day, letting act for 10 minutes at a time.
Mixture of essential oils
Applying daily to the skin wounds a blend of essential oils is also a great way to accelerate skin regeneration.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sweet almond oil
- ½ teaspoon malaleuca essential oil
- ½ teaspoon of clove oil
- ½ teaspoon of lavender essential oil
Method of preparation
Simply mix all these ingredients very well in a container and apply to the bubbles that characterize impetigo at least 3 times a day.
The malachite and clove used in this home remedy have anti-bacterial properties that dry the blisters, while the lavender essential oil acts to soothe and soften the inflammation.
