A callus is caused by frequent skin friction and is a lump of dead skin cells. It occurs as a bump and is common on feet, hands and fingers. Although it is usually not painful, it can be unsightly and uncomfortable. Tea tree oil is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial, offering a natural and inexpensive method for removing a callus. It can be found at health food stores and helps to avoid callus removers containing harsh chemicals.
Massage Method
Step 1
Combine five drops of tea tree oil with 1 tsp. of olive or almond oil.
Step 2
Massage the oils onto the affected area. Continue massaging the area three times a day until the callus is soft.
Step 3
Remove the callus with tweezers when it becomes soft.
Step 4
Add three drops of tea tree oil to the area and cover it with a bandage until it is healed.
Soak Method
Step 1
Combine five drops of tea tree oil and ½ oz. of almond, olive or grapeseed oil in a small plastic basin. You can also choose to add five drops of tea tree oil to a plastic basin filled with warm water.
Step 2
Soak the affected area in the mixture twice a day, patting the area dry afterward.
Step 3
Remove the callus with tweezers when it becomes soft. Add three drops of tea tree oil to the area and cover it with a bandage.
Cover Method
Step 1
Rub the affected area with three drops of tea tree oil until it is clean.
Step 2
Mix 1 tsp. of aloe vera gel with ½ tsp. of turmeric. Apply the mixture to the callus.
Step 3
Cover the area with a bandage at night and leave it on until morning. Repeat this process every night until the callus is healed.
Things You'll Need
- Five drops tea tree oil
- 1 tsp. olive or almond oil
- Three drops tea tree oil
- Five drops tea tree oil
- Tweezers
- Bandage
- ½ oz. almond, olive or grapeseed oil
- Plastic basin
- Warm water
- 1 tsp. aloe vera gel
- ½ tsp. turmeric
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