When something’s wrong with your skin, it can cause a lot of distress.

Psoriasis and eczema are two of the most common problems, and they look very similar.

Both show up as cracked, red, scaly skin in places like the elbows, knees, and scalp. The inflamed skin might be itchy and oozing (1).

Each condition can make you uncomfortable because of the way you look and feel.

The usual treatments involve corticosteroids, immunosuppressive drugs, and creamy moisturizers.

But today I’m going to talk about the best essential oils for eczema and psoriasis.

Although they haven’t been studied extensively yet, some trials show promise.

Before we begin the reviews, let me recommend that you visit a doctor to determine the best remedy for your situation.

What Essential Oils Are Good for Eczema and Psoriasis?

You’re eager to clear up inflamed patches on your skin. But what caused the inflammation in the first place?

If you’re not sure, then using essential oils for dermatitis could make the problem worse.

Always dilute the essential oils before you put them on your skin.

And always do a patch test beforehand.

It doesn’t matter how calming and beneficial an oil is said to be. Unfortunately, you could be allergic to it and not know.

With that said, let’s look at the top essential oils for psoriasis and eczema.

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Which essential oils kill toenail fungus?

What is the best home remedy for nail fungus?

These are two of the questions I’ll answer today.

You might be surprised to know that essential oils are proven to be as effective, or even more valuable, than over-the-counter remedies.

The different types of fungi that cause nail infections aren’t resistant to essential oils like they are to some medications. They also don’t have distressing side effects.

But as you may already know, there is no fast and easy cure for toenail fungus.

How Long Does It Take to Cure Toenail Fungus with Essential Oils?

Whether you use tea tree, peppermint, or a blend of different oils, you need to apply it at least twice a day.

With that said, how long does tea tree oil take to work on toenail fungus?

You’ll need to stick with it for weeks or even months until your nails grow in healthy.

On the bright side, you won’t need to spend extra money. These oils are useful for more than just one purpose.

Many of the best essential oils for toenail fungus are also the best for treating acne and other skin conditions.

Now, here’s a quick summary explaining nail fungus before we move on to the reviews.

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King Tut was buried with essential oils for bathing in the afterlife.

Ancient civilizations in Egypt, Greece, India, and Italy used essential oils to care for their skin and hair.

Happily, there is a wide variety of essential oils you can enjoy in the bath.

There are single oils and blends that detox the skin and relax sore muscles.

Today, I’ll discuss the best essential oils for your bath and how to use them safely.

Let’s lead off with something we need to get out of the way – the essential oils that are best not to use in the bath.

Don’t Bathe with These Essential Oils

Although the following essential oils are beneficial in some situations, never take a bath with them. They could easily cause an adverse skin reaction if you do.

• Peppermint, spearmint, wintergreen, camphor
• Cinnamon, cassia, clove
• Black pepper, oregano, thyme

Now we can move on to the top essential oils for your bathwater plus how to use them.

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