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3. Essential Oils
An essential oil is a natural oil typically obtained by distillation. It usually has the fragrance of the plant or source it was extracted from. Each oil has a different characteristic and healing power based off of its fragrance. The essential oils that can help to treat herpes are clove oil, tree tea oil, and myrrh oil. Tea tree oil is commonly used on the skin because it is known for having antiviral and antibacterial properties. To make essential oils work as a treatment for herpes, apply them three times a day daily where the sores are present. Be careful to use a very small amount (about one to three drops). If you have sensitive skin, you can mix the essential oils with a carrier oil to take away a bit of their strength.
