Arabs used chamomile for itching between the toes. There are several types of chamomile, such as Roman or German chamomile. It is in Roman chamomile that we find the remedy for foot fungal infections, because it contains "chamazulene." This plant can be used as an herbal tea (two cups before sleeping), as a cream, or as an oil mixed with medical petroleum jelly.
What the science says: warts, herpes, and fungal infections, chamomile
What published research says about the remedies mentioned above, for context—these studies address material causes; healing belongs to Allah.
Warts, herpes, and fungal infections
Local wart treatments (salicylic acid, cryotherapy) were evaluated by the Cochrane review (JMIR Dermatol, 2021); on the natural side, tea tree essential oil, garlic, propolis, and vinegar are used for their antimicrobial properties (Antioxidants, 2023) (Arch Dermatol Res, 2023). Precaution: dilute essential oils; a nail fungal infection or scalp ringworm often requires prolonged medical treatment; do not scratch or puncture.
Chamomile
Chamomile reduces anxiety and improves sleep according to a 2019 systematic review (Phytother Res, 2019), and is among the flower extracts with confirmed calming effects (Phytother Res, 2023). As an evening infusion, it also soothes stress-related digestive issues. Precaution: possible cross-allergy in people allergic to Asteraceae plants (mugwort, ragweed); use caution with anticoagulants.
