You can find boric acid in:
- Antiseptics and astringents
- Enamels and glazes
- Glass fiber manufacturing
- Medicated powders
- Skin lotions
- Some paints
- Some rodent and ant pesticides
- Photography chemicals
- Powders to kill roaches
- Some eyewash products
BENEFITS OF BORIC ACID
1. Yeast Infections
Boric acid is being recommended as a natural treatment for vaginal yeast infections, including Candida and other infections that cannot be cured by antifungal medicines. It can be used in suppository form before bed for one to two weeks, with a 70% clinical and mycologic eradication rate.
2. Roach Killer
Cockroaches pose health risks to humans due to their unsightly appearance and potential transmission of germs through decaying matter. They also contribute to asthma and allergy attacks due to their droppings, saliva, and skin sheddings. Boric acid is an effective solution for cockroach control, as it adheres to roaches and ingests the powder. It is also used to kill other parasites like ants, fleas, termites, silverfish, beetles, and wood borers.
3. Eyewash
Boric acid, when diluted with water, can be used as an effective eyewash for minor irritations and contagious infections. It treats bacterial infections and soothes inflamed eyes, including relief of pink eye symptoms. Homemade boric acid eyewash can be easily made.
4. Acne
Boric acid, a natural antibacterial, is advised for use in home acne treatments and topical solutions. However, it can irritate the skin and is banned in many countries. It received a dismal 7 out of 10 rating from the Environmental Working Group.
5. Athlete’s Foot
Boric acid is also effective in treating fungal infections including athlete's foot and toenail fungus. A few sprinkles of boric acid powder in your socks or stockings will help cure up minor infections and relieve the itching associated with athlete's foot. As an extra benefit, it can reduce athlete's foot odor, offering relief for stinking feet.
Why is boric acid beneficial for curing athlete's foot? The acid lowers your skin's pH and aids in the removal of dead skin cells, which feed the fungus. Boric acid is a highly effective fungicide that may frequently cure athlete's foot when other antifungal lotions have failed.
6. Household Cleaner
Boric acid can be used in the home as a cleaner, deodorizer, stain remover, disinfectant, and mold killer. Boric acid may be added to your next load of laundry to increase its stain-fighting potency. You can also use it to clean the toilet bowl with very little effort - simply insert it and wait 30 minutes.
