Grapefruit Seeds Extract
Grapefruit is known for its potent antioxidant and anti-bacterial properties. It is widely used to treat impetigo and other bacterial-causing diseases. Grapefruit protects the skin from several damaging factors, like inflammation caused by bacteria. With its vitamin C content, symptoms of impetigo, such as swelling of the lymph nodes, are reduced. It also targets the bacteria lingering from the infected skin area leading to complete healing from impetigo.
To use this treatment, extract liquids or tincture the fruit. It is essential to dilute it with water since pure grapefruit seed extracts will affect open wounds, causing a burning sensation. Apply the mixture topically to ease or alleviate impetigo’s sores, damage, and irritation. Another option is to mix equal parts of grapefruit seed extract and water. Dip a cotton ball into the mixture and apply it to the infected areas. For more efficacy, do this procedure multiple times a day. Experts also recommend using vitamin E moisturizers or ointments with grapefruit seed extracts to lessen the scars and dryness.
