I have recently developed a yeast infection ‘down below’… apparently if you put plain yoghurt on the end of a tampon and wear it for an hour, it is supposed to make a big difference, but i don’t wear tampons so do you have any other ideas to help cure it?

I have been researching the effects of tea tree oil on curing a yeast infection. it does work and does help with vaginal itching. But most cures suggest soaking a tampon in the oil and inserting. I do not have tampons so I was wondering if cottonballs could be used as a substitute?