Do give the infected area some morning sun for 15 minutes. Morning rays are less intense and less likely to burn you. Pair it with your antifungal treatment like peanut butter and jelly.
Don’t think you can skip the pharmacy. If you see no improvement in a week, see a doctor. Ringworm can get stubborn, and sometimes you need a heavy-hitting prescription.
Also, wash your hands after touching the spot. The sun won’t save you from spreading the fungus to your elbow, your other elbow, and your cat. Cats don’t appreciate that.
Does Sunlight Kill Ringworm (All You Need to Know)
The Little Extra: UV Lamps and Sunshine
If you’re really into the idea of killing ringworm with light, UV-C lamps exist. They’re the nuclear option.
But please, do not shine a UV-C lamp on your skin for longer than a few seconds. That’s like using a flamethrower to toast a marshmallow. You’ll get a severe burn and possibly a trip to the ER.
Stick to the real star: the sun in small doses. It’s free, it’s warm, and it makes vitamin D. That’s a pretty good deal.
