Boils are painful, pus-filled bumps that form under the skin when bacteria infect and inflame one or more of your hair follicles. Boils (or furuncles) usually start as red, tender lumps. The lumps quickly fill with pus, growing larger and more painful until they rupture and drain
Causes
Boils and carbuncles are caused by a type of bacteria known as Staphylococcus aureus (staph bacteria). Staph bacteria usually live harmlessly on the surface of the skin or in the lining of the nose. However, if they get inside the skin, they can trigger skin infections, such as boils.
Products that may help
Acidophilus good bacteria may help the control of harmful bacteria
Burdock Root blood cleansing action to help remove toxins
Garlic boosts the immune system Propolis-anti-biotic action
Echinacea boosts the immune system and may help cleanse the blood to remove toxins Vitamin C-aids skin healing and immunity Manuka Honey may fight bacteria and speed the healing process Tea tree oil anti-bacterial properties
One of the best ways to speed up healing is to apply a warm facecloth to the boil, three or four times a day.
Carefully disposing of used dressings and washing your hands after touching affected areas of skin, can help prevent boils from spreading.
