How to Get Fiberglass Strands Off Your Skin
Getting fiberglass in your skin can be extremely uncomfortable or even painful. The itching sensation that most people experience is indicative of fiberglass particles lodged beneath the surface of the skin, but because fiberglass is embedded with actual shards of glass, it is important to remove these particles quickly and treat the affected areas with antibiotic ointment to avoid the risk of infection. Removing fiberglass from the skin can typically be done with everyday items found around the house. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Tweezers
- Rubbing alcohol
- Needle
- Magnifying glass
- Antibiotic ointment
- Pot of boiling water (to sterilize needle)
- Soap & water
Instructions
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Check your skin to determine which areas have fiberglass embedded in them. After washing your hands, clean these areas thoroughly with soap and water.
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Use the magnifying glass to determine if any fiberglass splinters are sticking out from the skin. Remove these splinters using tweezers.
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Check for fiberglass that is embedded in the skin but not sticking out. Sterilize the needle by boiling it in hot water and then wiping it down extensively with rubbing alcohol. Use the sterilized needle to carefully puncture a small hole in your skin near the edge of the embedded fiberglass particles. Use your fingers to work the fiberglass particles toward the puncture hole until part of the fiberglass is protruding from the break in the skin. Then remove the particles using tweezers.
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Clean all treated areas again with soap and water and apply the topical antibiotic ointment.
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Tips & Warnings
If you cannot remove fiberglass particles from your skin using the above steps, it may be necessary to seek medical attention.
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