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These OTC treatments will turn your nails from yellow and brittle to clear and strong.
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Nail fungal infections, aka onychomycosis (say that three times fast), are fairly common.
Toenail infections are fungal infections that spread from skin-to-skin contact or skin-to-surface contact.
Fortunately, many over-the-counter (OTC) options are available to help you battle these infections.
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Luckily, the formula is clear and odorless, so it’s easy to use discreetly.
This products weakness is in the applicator itself.
Many folks noted that it didnt work well or broke before they could start to use it.
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Buyers should be gentle as they launch the packaging and start to use Kerasal.
It’s also very easy to use and won’t break the bank.
The other nice thing?
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The formula can even permeate polish, meaning users can apply the oil even if their nails are painted.
Those who prefer more clinical options should look elsewhere.
Those who prefer more straightforward options should choose another product on the list.
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Maybe theres a wedding on the horizon or a trip to the beach that requires hot pink toenails.
When an occasion for polish arrives, Dr.s Remedy Enriched Nail Polish offers beautiful colorsandantifungal tea tree oil.
Users did note, however, that this polish takes quite a while to dry.
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So throw on a TV show, apply a couple of coats, and relax.
Oral antifungals have a higher cure rate than topical antifungals but also come with more potential side effects.
In some difficult cases, surgical nail removal may be recommended to clear it.
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Topical antifungals for mild infections can include amorolfine.
efinaconazole, or tavaborole.
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Kells McPhillipsis a health and wellness writer living in Los Angeles.
