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Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that causing itching, flaking, and scaling of the skin on your feet and is normally transmitted in open shower areas, bathhouses, and pools. You can save some money by making homemade athlete’s foot powder and avoid paying high prices for commercially available powders at the store. The same powder can also be used to treat jock itch in the event it spreads from your feet to the groin area. The best way to cure athlete’s foot of course is to avoid getting infected by practicing good hygiene and wearing shower shoes when in communal shower areas at the gym or at the pool.

Home Remedies for Athlete’s Foot

What Ingredients Do You Need to Make Homemade Athlete’s Foot Powder?

10 Drops Lavender Oil (Essential)

3 Drops Clove Oil (Essential)

5 Drops Tea Tree Oil (Essential)

5 Drops Thyme Oil (Essential)

½ Cup Cornstarch or arrowroot

2 Tablespoons White Cosmetic Clay

10 Drops Cypress Oil (Essential)

How Do You Make Homemade Athlete’s Foot Powder?

Step 1 – Mix the cornstarch/arrowroot with 2 tablespoons of cosmetic clay in a container that has a lid which fits tightly.

Step 2 – Add the oils and mix. The powder will be considered antiseptic if you add the thyme and tea tree oils.

Step 3 – Allow the powder to sit for 3 days so that it absorbs the oils

Step 4 – Apply the powder to the affected area(s) of your feet twice a day.