Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a popular ingredient used in cooking and medicine. In the medicinal aspect, apple cider vinegar is an effective ingredient for killing pathogens. In addition, since it has anti-bacterial properties, it is used to treat skin infections like impetigo.
Apple cider vinegar has antimicrobial properties and contains natural acids. These properties are the reason why ACV can improve skin protection against infection. It can also restore the skin’s pH balance due to its natural acidity. In addition, its anti-bacterial aspect is effective against Staphylococcus and Streptococcus. This will decrease the severity of its symptoms by directly damaging harmful bacteria.
There are two ways to treat impetigo using apple cider vinegar. The first one is as a bath. In lukewarm water, add two cups of apple cider vinegar. Soak for 20 minutes; rinse, especially the affected areas. Use cool water to remove the apple cider vinegar and water mixture. The second is through a wet wrap. Make a solution of apple cider vinegar and water. Add one cup of water and one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Soak cotton pads in the solution and dab them on the infected areas. Cover it with clean and dry cotton fabric and leave it overnight.
