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August 01, 2024 01:32 PM IST
This method of caring for scrapes and wounds promises to leave minimal scars after the wound heals. Give it a try.
If you’ve ever had a scratch on your knee or elbow and thought ignoring it would make it heal faster, you’re probably wrong. Celebrity dermatologist Dr Samantha Ellis shared a reel on Instagram that went viral, in which she explained the proper home remedies for a scratch or wound.
Step-by-step guide
In the video, the doctor suggests that the best way to heal an open wound is to wash it with soap and water, pat it dry and apply a thin layer of a non-medicated ointment like Vaseline readily available at home and then cover it with a Band-Aid. She suggests that this process should be repeated every 24 hours for several days until a thin layer of pink skin appears on the affected area. The dermatologist claims that a medicated ointment is not needed, and instead a non-medicated ointment can do the same job. (Also read: Childhood wounds that can affect adult life,
Our Due Care vs. Our Reasonable Care
“Exposing” the wound to air can make it worse as it involves the risk of scraping the scab again or other foreign microbes entering the wound through the opening, thereby delaying the healing process. Although this process may seem “annoying” and slow as a thick brown scab will not form on your wound, it is better for your skin in the long run. Dermatologists claim that this after-care process will make the scar left after the healing process almost invisible and unnoticeable, as a new layer of skin develops over the affected area. (Also read: Milk proteins accelerate wound healing: Study,
As the reel went viral on Instagram, many users expressed their lack of knowledge about the right way to treat a wound in the comments. “I’m not 45 and just learned how to treat a cut. Thank you doc,” said a user. “Very refreshing that you weren’t promoting “wound healing” sprays or some ridiculous product. Just good advice,” another Instagram user expressed gratitude. (Also read: Why do diabetics’ wounds heal slowly? Study reveals,
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor for any questions about any medical condition.
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