{"id":5815,"date":"2019-04-19T04:59:59","date_gmt":"2019-04-19T04:59:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=5815"},"modified":"2021-03-31T16:31:16","modified_gmt":"2021-03-31T16:31:16","slug":"14-natural-ways-to-heal-blisters-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/14-natural-ways-to-heal-blisters-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Natural Ways to Heal Blisters at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Blisters can occur anywhere on the body, such as the feet and lips. On the feet, blisters occur because of a number of reasons, including wearing old or tight shoes and warm weather. When the weather starts to get hot and your feet sweat, blisters form. It can be embarrassing when you want to wear sandals to show off your feet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When blisters occur, they usually are in clusters. You want to pop them, but that will just make it worse and cause an infection. Even after you pop it, another will come back in its place. If you must pop the blister, use a sterile pin to pierce the blister. Let the blister drain out and cover it with a gauze bandage, so it can dry. There are eight natural ways to heal blisters at home without causing you any pain. Most of them only take a few minutes of your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Pure aloe vera gel <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pure aloe vera <\/a>gel is good to put on your blister. You will need to get an aloe vera plant and cut it open to get the gel out. Spread the aloe onto the blisters until it dries. The blister will heal quicker without you having to pop it. The good thing about aloe vera gel is that it has anti-inflammatory properties, so it will get rid of any redness and swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also moisturizing. When the blister dries, it won\u2019t start to peel. The area where the blister was will reveal new skin. You can find aloe vera plants at health food stores. You will need the actual plant and not the aloe that is already mixed. Aloe in its purest form is the best. Whenever you get another blister, just dab some onto the area and go. You may want to buy a few of them if you happen to get blisters a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Apple cider vinegar <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Apple cider vinegar<\/a> is a home remedy to use for blisters. You have two options when using apple cider vinegar. Fill a foot basin with hot water and a cup of apple cider vinegar to soak your feet. Soak your feet for about 20 to 25 minutes. When you take your feet out of the basin, your feet will smell like vinegar, but your blisters will be dried up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another option is to place some apple cider vinegar on a cotton pad and dab it on your blisters. It will sting, so be careful. It will still do the trick. Use a clean cotton pad for each area you want to put some apple cider vinegar on. The reason apple cider vinegar is so good is that it has antibacterial properties. So, when you place in on the blister, it will get rid of any fungus that it might have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Underarm deodorant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Underarm deodorant will heal blisters at home. When you use deodorant, use the antiperspirant because it prevents moisture. Blisters thrive in moisture-rich environments. Just rub the antiperspirant <\/a>onto the blisters and it should dry it up. Don\u2019t try to mess with the blister infected area. Just let the antiperspirant do its thing and every time you wet your feet just check it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If it\u2019s not gone, just rub more of it onto your feet. An important thing to remember is to use an antiperspirant that is not going to be used under your arms. You don\u2019t want to spread the blisters to other areas of your body. It doesn\u2019t matter if you use the gel or the white form of antiperspirant. You can try both to see which one works best for you. When you wear sandals, you can even put the antiperspirant onto your feet. No one will notice that you have it on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Diaper rash cream <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Diaper rash cream helps heals blisters. It can be messy, but it will treat the blisters<\/a>. Diaper rash cream has zinc oxide in it, which is a mild astringent. It provides a protective barrier for your skin. So, when it\u2019s on the blister, it will be able to dry out quickly. When you place it onto your blister, it will dry up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diaper rash cream is best to use when you don\u2019t have anywhere to go or if you plan on wearing shoes instead of sandals. It will leave a white residue on your skin, but it will do its job. Don\u2019t let that stop you from using it because it works. After it dries up, you will need to clean the area thoroughly to get rid of all of the residues. The good thing about diaper rash cream is it’s inexpensive. You don\u2019t have to be a baby in order to use this cream. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Toothpaste<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Toothpaste <\/a>is another home remedy for blisters. Toothpaste has been known to help with pimples, but it can also heal blisters. When you try toothpaste, make sure you don\u2019t get the one with cinnamon in it. Cinnamon will irritate the blister. Try to get the toothpaste that is in the paste form versus the gel. It will dry out the blister in a couple of days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The blister may dry up on its own in a couple of days, but by applying the toothpaste, it will prevent you from wanting to pop it. When it heals, it won\u2019t be sore or red. Since you will be applying the toothpaste to a blister, you may want to use a separate toothpaste from your own, especially if you\u2019re going to be using your hands. You don\u2019t want to spread germs from your feet to your mouth. It might be a good idea to use a Q-tip to put the toothpaste on and dab onto the blister.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Green tea <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Green tea<\/a> will help heal blisters at home because it has anti-inflammatory properties. In order to use it on blisters, boil a few bags of green tea and let it sit for a while. Take the green tea bags out and pour the liquid into a foot basin of cold water. Soak your feet in the mixture for about 15 to 20 minutes. You will want to do this in a warm room since you have to place your feet in cold water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the time is up, dry your feet off with a clean towel. You may need to soak your feet more than once to get the blisters to heal. It may not take but one time to heal the blisters, but if not soak them twice. Soak them in the morning and then again before you go to bed. To speed up the healing process, you can add some aloe vera gel to the blisters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Tea tree oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tea tree oil<\/a> is a good home remedy for blisters. Tea tree oil is so potent that you only need to dab it drops of it onto the blisters. Use a clean cotton pad and add a couple of drops. It will dry the blisters out. You can apply it in the morning and at night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you apply the tea tree oil, you can wrap it in gauze to prevent yourself from wanting to pop it. With the gauze on, the tea tree oil will absorb into the skin better. When you purchase tea tree oil, make sure that it\u2019s 100% pure tea tree and not a cream. You can use a tea tree oil soap to wash the affected area, but as stated before make sure it\u2019s 100% tea tree. Tea tree oil has a strong scent, but you shouldn\u2019t worry if you want your blisters to go away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Epsom salt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Epsom salt<\/a> is good to use to heal blisters at home. In a foot basin, place a cup of Epsom salt into warm water. Let your feet soak for 20 minutes. You will need to soak your feet a couple of times a day unless you plan on using other home remedies in conjunction with this. While your feet are in the basin, don\u2019t try to pop the blisters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It will make the blisters sore and red. Just sit back and let the salt do its job. Once your feet are dry, you can dab some apple cider vinegar onto the blisters to dry it up some more. Your blisters should be gone in no time if you follow the home remedy the right way. The next time you have blisters on your feet, just get a basin of warm water and soak them. Your blisters will not only go away, but any soreness you have will also.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9.    Baking Soda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Blisters that pop generally weep for anything from a few hours to a few days. Eventually, the weeping stops and a crust start to form over the affected area of the skin, resulting in the development of a scab. The weeping process of a broken blister is possibly the most irritating and painful part of the process. Touching the bare skin is painful, and you\u2019ll need to apply ointment to prevent infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, you\u2019ll only be able to apply the ointment after the weeping stops. Fortunately, you can dry the wound out with baking soda<\/a>. Add a tablespoon of baking soda to a few drops of water and make a thick paste. Smear the paste over the blistered area of the skin and let it dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leave the caked baking soda on your skin for a few hours to absorb all of the pus weeping from the wound. The baking soda also lowers the acidity level of the skin, preventing bacterial or viral infection.
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10.    Breathable Bandages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Medical professionals recommend that we leave blisters to dry out by themselves and refrain from covering them if possible. However, there are some times when you have to protect the blister. For example, if your blister is on the side of your big toe and you need to put on your shoes to go to work, then slipping socks and shoes over a raw blister is a painful experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cover the blister with a breathable bandage. We recommend that you add some anti-bacterial<\/a> ointment to the wound, then cover it with gauze and hold the dressing in place with some tape, so it doesn\u2019t slip around in your sock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you return home from work, remove the bandage, clean the wound and let it dry till the following morning. Failing to dress your wound before wearing shoes may result in the exacerbation of the blister’s symptoms and a delay in the healing process.
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11.    Lemon Juice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re feeling brave, then you can try and use a half-a-lemon <\/a>to treat your blister. The limonoids in the lemon juice have potent anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Squeezing the juice of the lemon over the wound will sting at first, producing symptoms of pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, after the pain clears, you\u2019ll notice a pleasant cool feeling in the wound, and there is less chance of you developing a bacterial infection. Lemon juice is a favorite natural cure in traditional medicine. Island nations use lemons and limes to kill the bacteria in the wounds of fishermen who get cut by coral reefs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This remedy is useful, but it\u2019s not for the fainthearted. If you have no other options around and need to clean the wound quickly to prevent bacterial infection and get back into your training, grab a lemon from the drinks area and squeeze the juice on the wound, then get back to training.
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12.    Draining Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Doctors recommend that patients leave blisters alone to let them drain by themselves. However, in some circumstances, you may have to tap the blister \u2013 especially if they\u2019re in an uncomfortable place, or large in size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to note that you should never drain blisters around your mouth, face, or genitals without medical assistance. Failing to follow the correct sterilization procedures in these areas could lead to the development of bacterial or viral infection<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Never attempt to pop the blister by squeezing it like you would with a pimple. Using this strategy could end up forcing the fluids further under the skin, spreading the surface area of the blister. The optimal method of draining a blister involves using a sterilized needle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wash your hands and then insert the needle into the blister and remove it. Allow the natural pressure of the blister to drain the fluids onto a tissue. Don\u2019t press the liquid out of the wound; let it flow naturally to avoid damaging the skin. It\u2019s vital that you perform the draining process in the first 24-hours after developing the blister.
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13.    When Home Remedies Don\u2019t Work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most blisters respond to these home remedies, and you can expect them to dry out in a few days. For those patients that need to pop and drain their blister, we recommend you keep it as clean as possible to avoid infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Popped blisters provide the ideal breeding ground for bacteria and viruses<\/a>. The last thing you need is to contract some bacterial infection or foot fungus while the blister is healing. If you do notice any signs of infection during the healing process, you can treat it with anti-bacterial creams to reduce the redness and swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the infection does not begin to subside after 24-hours, it\u2019s best to get it looked at by a medical professional. The nurse at your local clinic will be able to assist you with treatment for the infection.
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In rare cases, the patient may experience a bacterial infection that spreads to the bloodstream. In this case, the patient may start to develop severe complications.
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14. Prevention Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For many runners, athletes, and seniors<\/a>, blisters are simply a part of everyday life \u2013 they\u2019re an inconvenience to our training and quality of life. Whether your breaking in a new pair of shoes or trying to outperform the other seniors on the bowls green \u2013 the chances are you\u2019re going to develop a blister sooner or later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are a few preventative strategies you can follow to reduce the chances of you developing a blister while you\u2019re running or playing your favorite sport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wear comfortable shoes with accommodative toe-boxes and heel support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wear socks made with moisture-wicking materials to prevent your feet from getting wet while you run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply moleskin bandages to the areas of your feet that are at high risk of developing blisters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce moisture in the shoes by using an antiperspirant foot spray before you put on your shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avoid using two pairs of socks \u2013 the rubbing of the layers causes additional friction that leads to the formation of blisters.
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