Apple Cider Vinegar
Vinegar is an excellent agent for fighting HPV because of its high acidity and impressive antimicrobial properties. For instance, apple cider is a type of vinegar widely used in treating plantar warts. Several anecdotal evidence claim that applying apple cider vinegar on plantar warts has the same effect as using salicylic acid. In addition, the high acidity of apple cider vinegar can slowly “burn” or “peel away” the keratin buildup caused by HPV. However, more clinical trials are needed to prove its medical effectiveness.
Experts agree that apple cider vinegar is a natural and safe way to get rid of plantar warts. However, concentrated apple cider can be too harsh on the skin. This is why it is important always to dilute the vinegar with water to avoid chemical burns, swelling, and irritation. It is also highlighted by skin experts to avoid applying apple cider vinegar on open wounds.
To try it, mix two cups of apple cider vinegar and one cup of clean water to use it. Then, drop some of the mixtures onto a cotton ball, use it to cover the infected skin, and leave it for four hours.
