Treating Herpes At Home: 11 Home Remedies

Oils

Some essential oils have been shown to decrease viral spread in HSV-1 cells. Garden thyme, Zataria multiflora, rosemary, Eucalyptus caesia, wormwood, hinoki cypress, Tripterygium hypoglaucum, and components in clove oil, as well as the essential oils of cinnamon and basil, are among the oils that may be beneficial.

Meanwhile, Aloe vera has been shown to hasten the healing of wounds. Herpes lesions may be relieved and treated by these qualities. Almost every part of the body can be treated immediately with raw aloe vera gel without diluting it beforehand. 

Another effective antiviral component that has been demonstrated to aid in herpes treatment is tea tree oil. When treating a cold sore or genital herpes, dilute tea tree oil with a carrier oil.

According to some studies, chamomile essential oil possesses calming and antiviral effects to treat HSV-2. Additionally, the herpes virus may be killed by ginger essential oil when it comes into touch with it. Remember to dilute these essential oils with carrier oil.