To speed up the healing process, keep the cut clean, apply a styptic pencil or a cold compress to stop bleeding, and use an antibiotic cream to prevent infection. Should a cut appear infected or not heal within a reasonable timeframe, seeking medical advice is recommended.
A minor shaving nick heals in 5-10 minutes. But a deep cut can take longer to heal. It can be anywhere from 2-5 days to even a month. It also depends on your genetic makeup and how fast your body can heal itself.
Hold an ice cube or cold compress against the cut for 15-30 seconds, to constrict the blood vessels. This should stop bleeding altogether. This is the same logic applied to a post-shave splash of cold water, to help tighten the pores and help the skin retreat from the shave.
Vaseline, with its soothing and protective properties, creates an environment conducive to this healing process, by keeping the area moist and protecting the wound from further damage or infection. Not only does Vaseline help stop the bleeding, it also minimizes the chances of scarring!
Using ice over deep cuts is dangerous because skin is much more vulnerable to freeze-injury without the top layers of skin acting as a protective barrier. Use a protective barrier. Keep a thin layer of cloth, like a T-shirt, between the ice and skin.
After the first 24 to 48 hours, wash around the cut with clean water 2 times a day. Don't use hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, which can slow healing. You may cover the cut with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline. Apply more petroleum jelly as needed.
Hold pressure for a few minutes or apply a bandage with some tension to get it to stop bleeding. Many experts now recommend applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly or Vaseline, instead of an antibiotic ointment. You want to keep the skin moist to help with healing and prevent scarring. And yes, cover the wound.
Be sure you have thoroughly cleaned the wound. Protect the wound. You may cover the wound with a thin layer of petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline, and a nonstick bandage.
Razor burn is an irritation caused by shaving, and it can happen anywhere you shave: your face, neck, armpits, legs, or pubic area. It usually clears up within a day or two. You can help speed the healing by applying topical treatments that moisturize your skin and reduce inflammation.
After the bleeding has subsided, apply an antiseptic cream or gel to the shaving cut to prevent infection and promote healing. Look for products that include ingredients such as benzalkonium chloride or chlorhexidine gluconate.
"Hydrogen peroxide is actually detrimental to wound healing," says Dr. Yaakovian. "It prevents healing rather than promoting it." That's because its reactive power isn't specific to germs.
Cover broken skin with a thin layer of a topical steroid then a thick layer of a cream or ointment. Then, put a wet bandage over the ointment and cover that with a dry bandage. The bandage will help your skin absorb the cream and stay moist. Ask your doctor to show you how to wrap your skin.
If the injury includes open wounds or cuts, avoid heat because it promotes more bleeding. Cold – Cold is good for an injury or inflammation where tissues are damaged.
Cover the area with an adhesive bandage or gauze pad if the area is on the hands or feet or if it's likely to drain onto clothing. Change the dressing and reapply the antiseptic ointment at least every day and whenever it gets wet or dirty. Check the area each day, and keep it clean and dry.
RICE stands for: Rest and protect the injured or sore area. Ice or a cold pack used as soon as possible. Compression, or wrapping the injured or sore area with an elastic bandage. Elevation (propping up) the injured or sore area.