Expert ReplyCondition analysis:
Don't think that you alone are harboring staph. Its all around us. Everyone on earth has staph on/in their bodies. Staph find its way into cuts and abrasions. That's when it becomes a problem. The only advise is to cover your wounds, clean your wounds and wash your hands.
Instructions:
Tea Tree Oil: As tea tree oil has natural antifungal properties, it is often used to treat different fungal infections including tinea cruris. This stimulating oil with strong antibacterial properties can give instant relief from itching and inflammation when it’s applied to the infected area.
-- Put a few drops of tea tree oil on a cotton ball. If you have sensitive skin, then use the oil after diluting it with coconut oil. You can dilute 10 to 15 drops with two tablespoons of base oil.
-- Gently press it on the affected area.
-- Allow the oil to dry on its own.
-- Follow this remedy twice daily for a few days until your symptoms disappear.
For effective results, you can also use soap or shower gel containing tea tree oil, or simply soak in bath water mixwed with a few drops of tea tree oil.
Note: Before applying tea tree oil, it is advisable to test a drop of this essential oil on a patch of skin to determine sensitivity.