Health & Fitness
8 Ways to Get Rid of Warts Naturally
Throughout our lives we have to deal with annoying skin issues and, unfortunately, warts are among them. Caused by the human papillomavirus, these harmless growths frequently appear on fingers or hands. They are rough to the touch so they not only become unwanted visitors but also uncomfortable ones.
Don’t get desperate, because we at CLAMOTION have gathered some of the most efficient remedies to get rid of them and boost your confidence by having clear skin and a more positive body image.
1. Honey
Apparently, honey can be used in more ways than just in your tea or your yogurt. You can actually use it if you need to treat nasty warts. It possesses anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It has also proven to be an effective barrier against infections due to its high viscosity. When you cover a wart with honey, you deprive it of all oxygen and, as a result, the wart will fade away.
Procedure:
- It’s highly advisable to use medical-grade honey, like manuka honey.
- Apply a thick layer of honey on the wart. Wipe out any excess honey surrounding the area.
- Use a bandage to cover the wart and to prevent the honey from dripping.
- Leave it on overnight.
- Repeat as many times as necessary, always making sure that you first clean the bandage before reusing it.
2. Warm water and sea salt
This might be the easiest way to get rid of those unsightly warts. It can be a very effective treatment but requires a lot of dedication and perseverance since you’ll have to repeat it many times until you get the desired result.
Procedure:
- Heat water and pour it into a washbowl. Make sure that the water is between 113°F and 120°F. You can use a thermometer to check the temperature of the water.
- You can also dissolve sea salt in the water before soaking the infected area.
- Soak the wart for approximately 10-15 minutes until the skin softens.
- Use a nail file, pumice stone, or mild sandpaper to scrape off the dead skin layers.
- Be patient as it can take up to 2-3 months for the wart to finally come off.
