Thick, yellow, cracked, or discolored toenails are often associated with fungal nail infections, but changes in the nails can also have other causes. Because of this, it is important to identify the problem correctly before trying a home treatment.
A popular homemade approach uses a mild herbal oil preparation, but there is no proven natural mixture that eliminates toenail fungus and calluses with one application. Toenail fungus can be difficult to treat because the infection is located within and beneath the nail, where topical ingredients may not penetrate sufficiently.
For a simple foot-care routine, you can prepare a gentle herbal oil using dried mint and a suitable carrier oil.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried mint leaves
- 4 tablespoons olive oil or another cosmetic carrier oil
- A small clean glass jar
- A fine strainer
Step-by-Step Preparation
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