Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection of the skin similar to ringworm. This fungus thrives in the warm, moist environment to which many feet are subjected.

The best remedy is to keep feet cool and dry and avoid wearing tight-fitting shoes or heavy natural (i.e. cotton) socks. Wear sandals, shoes, and socks woven from a light, breathable fabric.

It is especially important to control this fungus infection during showering or bathing, since the moist, warm environment favors the growth of the Tinea culture responsible for athlete’s foot. Antifungal oils such as Tea Tree and the Antiseptic Blend (below) can be added to Epsom salts and used to create a mild, antifungal foot bath.

SINGLE OILS RECOMMENDED:

• Tea Tree
• Balsam Fir
• Lavender
• Peppermint
• Manuka
• Lemongrass

ANTISEPTIC BLEND:

• 15 drops Tea Tree
• 5 drops Peppermint
• 5 drops Lavender
• 5 drops Mountain Savory

Put oils in a 10ml roller bottle. Fill with a carrier oil. Shake and roll onto affected areas, especially between toes and around toenails, 2-4x a day.