How to Soothe Red Skin After Bandage
Bandages are designed to protect cuts and abrasions from bacteria that can cause infection. This protection can make it difficult to remove bandages and leave you with red, irritated skin. Fortunately, many home remedies can help alleviate skin irritation from bandages and return your skin to its normal, healthy color. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Baby Oil
- Olive Oil
- Aloe Vera gel
- Cocoa butter
- Lotion containing vitamins A and E
Instructions
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Apply several drops of baby or olive oil to a cotton ball.
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Rub the cotton ball along the edges of the bandage for 10 to 20 seconds. The oil helps break the bond between the bandage's adhesive and the skin, allowing for easy removal.
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Remove the bandage by gently lifting one corner and pulling in the direction of hair growth.
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Rinse the bandaged area with cool water for several seconds. Pat dry.
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Apply aloe vera gel chilled by an ice bath or refrigeration to the red area to cool it. Take extra care to keep the gel away from cuts or abrasions. Allow the gel to soak in to the skin to achieve maximum effectiveness.
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Rub lotion containing cocoa butter and vitamins A and E into the area if it's red for an extended period of time. These ingredients promote the production of healthy and smooth skin.
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Tips & Warnings
See a doctor if your skin remains red for more than a day. This could be a sign of infection in the cut or scrape the bandage covered.
