Dealing with cold sores?
Essential oils can help!
They’re natural and effective. Discover which oils work best and how to use them.
Ready for some relief?
Let’s explore!
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree essential oil is a popular remedy for cold sores due to its antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties.
To use, dilute a few drops with a carrier oil such as coconut oil and apply directly to the cold sore using a cotton swab.
Do this 2-3 times a day, especially in the morning and before bed, to help reduce discomfort and speed up healing.
Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil can provide relief from cold sores thanks to its cooling and antiviral properties.
Mix a few drops with a carrier oil and apply to the affected area using a cotton swab, repeating this process 2-3 times a day.
The menthol in peppermint oil can help alleviate pain and reduce inflammation.
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender essential oil is well-known for its soothing and healing properties, making it perfect for treating cold sores.
Dilute with a carrier oil and dab it onto the cold sore with a cotton swab, applying it twice daily, in the morning and evening.
Lavender helps reduce pain and promotes faster healing.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus essential oil is beneficial for cold sores due to its antiviral and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Dilute a few drops with a carrier oil and gently apply to the cold sore using a cotton swab, applying 2-3 times daily.
Its cooling effect can help soothe the sore and make it less irritating.
Lemon Balm Essential Oil
Lemon balm essential oil, also known as Melissa oil, is highly effective against cold sores.
Mix with a carrier oil and gently apply to the cold sore using a cotton swab 2-3 times a day, focusing on both morning and night applications.
It helps lessen the severity and duration of the sores.
Chamomile Essential Oil
Chamomile essential oil has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties that are great for cold sores.
Dilute with a carrier oil and apply to the cold sore with a cotton swab, doing this twice daily.
Chamomile helps to reduce redness, swelling, and pain, providing relief and promoting healing.
Oregano Essential Oil
Oregano essential oil is a potent antiviral agent, making it effective for treating cold sores.
Always dilute it with a carrier oil before application and use a cotton swab to apply it to the cold sore 2-3 times daily.
Oregano oil can help reduce the viral load and speed up the healing process.
Geranium Essential Oil
Geranium essential oil is known for its antiviral and healing properties.
Mix it with a carrier oil and apply to the cold sore with a cotton swab, doing this 2-3 times a day.
Its soothing nature helps reduce pain and inflammation associated with cold sores.
Frankincense Essential Oil
Frankincense essential oil can aid in healing cold sores due to its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic qualities.
Dilute it with a carrier oil and use a cotton swab to apply it directly to the sore, repeating the application twice daily.
Frankincense oil helps in reducing swelling and promoting skin regeneration.
Clove Essential Oil
Clove essential oil has powerful antiviral properties, making it useful for cold sores.
Dilute it with a carrier oil and apply with a cotton swab to the affected area no more than twice daily, as it is quite strong.
Clove oil can help numb the pain and reduce the severity of the sore.