1. Preparing the nail for treatment
2. How to scrape away (‘debride’) the nail with a coarse nail file (and why you should not miss this step)
3. Exactly where to apply the topical treatment. I uses Tea Tree Oil in my example but the same methods apply for other topical treatments. However please always read the specific instructions that come with your product.  There may be some important differences.
4. What to do after application.

I also goes into quite a lot of detail on the reasons why you should take care when you treat your nails topically and include a number of diagrams which I hope adds clarity.

A video is the best way in my opinion to get this message across.  So if you’ve got a few minutes check it out.  It may save you weeks of treatment time.

Where is Funginix Sold

You have two main choices for purchasing Funginix.  Either via the manufacturer or on Amazon.  After you have placed your order the product will be shipped to your home and you can start treating your infection immediately.

How to get the best price for Funginix

Although the single bottle price is the same from both amazon and direct from the manufacturer, there are several lower priced packages available if you purchase the product direct.  For example there is currently a free bottle offer on selected packages. 

You’ll generally have to treat your affected nails for several months to ensure that the fungus does not recur.  This means continuing to apply Funginix while your new, healthy nail is growing out to ensure that you remain fungus-free.  So your best, low cost option is to choose either the 3 month treatment package where you will get a free bottle, or the 5 month option where you will receive two free bottles of Funginix.  It’s clear that the 5 month package provides the best price for Funginix.

The manufacturer’s site also benefits from a useful FAQ section and some tips on how to use Funginix most effectively to treat your toenail fungus.  Of course you’ll also be eligible for a 60 day return guarantee, with no questions asked.

Standard domestic orders and international orders of Funginix are shipped via USPS while expedited domestic orders are shipped via UPS.

“… after 17 long years of living with nail fungus, I thought I’d never find a cure that worked for me. After using Funginix for 5 months, I’m now fungus-free and wearing sandals …!  Roxanne L.

“I have been using Funginix for a little over two months. I have noticed a marked improvement.” Mary V.

“I was worried that Funginix would not work but within a week of using I could see a big difference. … For those with nail fungus please give this product a try. I did and the result is worth the price.”  Lander V.

“I was totally overwhelmed by this product!  Even if you charged $99.00 a bottle, it’s more than worth it.” Carol P

Source: Sisquoc Healthcare

These positive reviewers have one thing in common: an ability to stick to a consistent treatment routine over time.  Persistence and patience is the key to successful treatment of toenail fungus infections.  And although at the outset the recommended twice daily application may seem onerous, if you are able to make it into a habit it will quickly begin to feel second nature.

Many Funginix users have successfully built the treatment into their daily routine.  For example always applying the nail lacquer after showering, or after brushing their teeth in the morning.  Some pin ugly photos of advanced nail fungus infections to their fridge door to keep their motivation from flagging, while others keep a monthly diary of how their fungal infection is shrinking.

Whatever works.

As long as you are able to commit to a regular application routine, you’ll get rid of those ugly, fungus-ridden yellow toenails.

Reviews of Funginix

What reviewers liked was:

• the fact that the treatment is safe and has not been linked to any severe side effects.
• that Funginix contains a proved anti-fungal ingredient.
• that the treatment has been thoroughly tested to guarantee that it kills the dermatophyte fungus that causes the infection.
• the fact that Funginix includes essential oils and minerals that help to promote overall nail health.
• that the formulation is designed to treat fungus infections that occur under the nail as well as around the nail.
• that there is a money back guarantee on the product.

What reviewers disliked was:

• the requirement of a daily application routine.
• that it is not an instant fix treatment and the infection can take many months to clear up.
• that they are advised to keep treating the infection while the healthy nail grows out.
• that it is possible to become re-infected with fungal infections again in the future.

To address the primary concern that reviewers have about the length of time it takes to treat fungal infections with Funginix, we should stress that this is the case with all topical treatment approaches.   First, nails (and particularly toenails) are very slow growing (they grow at around 1mm per month), and second, it takes time for the topical treatment to penetrate deeply into the nail to reach the fungus.  If you go into the treatment process knowing that you are not going to be able to see visible signs of improvement for several weeks, you’ll be better prepared mentally to stick to the complete treatment course.

1) Home remedies for toenail fungus

For very mild infections, using a home remedy may result in improvements to the condition.  The most commonly used are a white wine vinegar soak (mix warm water with vinegar and soak the toes for 30 minutes, twice a day), Listerine or Vicks Vaporub applied topically.  But it is important to take into account that, unlike Funginix for example, none of these products have been designed to address toenail fungus infections.  Furthermore products such as vinegar may bleach the toenail, making it appear to be improving despite the fact that the fungus is still present.

2) Topical toenail fungus treatment

One of the best toenail fungus treatments is Funginix.  It has been specially formulated to address nail fungus infections and contains an FDA approved antifungal ingredient.  With topical treatments you don’t run the risk of dangerous side effects that have been linked to oral antifungals (see point below), and by following a consistent application routine you will be able to effectively eliminate the fungus from your nails. 

3) Oral antifungals

There are a large number of oral antifungal drugs available on prescription from your doctor.  These are systemic medications that attack the fungus via the bloodstream.  Unfortunately it is possible to suffer side effects from these drugs so discuss your options carefully with your doctor.  You may be required to take toxicity tests to ensure your risks are managed during treatment.

4) Laser therapy

It is probably still too early to determine the effectiveness of laser therapy for toenail fungus, but early test results appear to be positive.

5) Surgical removal

Severe and advanced toenail fungus infections can result in very distorted and disfigured nails.  At this point it may be difficult to wear tight-fitting shoes and painful to walk about.  Surgical removal of the affected nail(s) remains an option at this point but there is little guarantee that the new nail growth will be free of fungus.

The fungus is “subungal” in character.  This means that it resides underneath the nail plate, where it is warm, moist and dark; perfect conditions for fungal growth.  The trouble is, in this position it is very hard to treat the infection as the fungus is “protected” by the nail itself.

It is crucial therefore to select a toenail fungus treatment that is specially formulated to treat toenail fungus infections.  And by that we mean infections that reside underneath the nail and not just fungus infections that surround the nail.  The good news is that the best toenail fungus treatments, such as Funginix have been carefully formulated to be able to penetrate further into the nail with each application.  This allows the powerful antifungal agents to come into contact with the fungus and destroy it.

The best toenail fungus treatment requires persistence and patience

Even when using a proven toenail fungus cure such as Funginix, users still have to be prepared to stick to a consistent application routine.  With each application you are enabling more of the toenail fungus treatment to be able to penetrate through the nail layers to reach the fungus and eliminate it.

Both the manufacturer of Funginix and information provided in Funginix reviews indicates that the treatment works best when it is applied twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening.  Try and fit this into your daily routine so that it becomes a habit.

Always ensure that your nails are clean and completely dry prior to each application. If you notice any thickened areas, try and file these away with a nail file.  Instead of using the nail file to shorten the nail, use it horizontally across the surface of the nail above the fungus.  You may not be able to do this prior to each application.  Allow the treatment to completely dry on the surface of the nail before putting on socks and shoes otherwise you run the risk of rubbing it off.

Remember that the infection is caused like a fungus and, like all fungi, it thrives in moist, warm and airless conditions so try and take off your socks and shoes for at least a few hours each day.  If you do any exercise and your feet become sweaty, remove your socks as soon as possible.