A great strategy to accelerate the healing of wounds and cuts on the skin is to apply oils, aloe gel or solution compresses with a healing, calming and anti-inflammatory effect that can be made at home, using natural ingredients available in pharmacies, drugstores or stores of natural products.
1. Oil blend
This oil is an excellent option when the wound is superficial and already has a scab, because this oil should not be used if the wound is open, without a scab, so as not to become infected or if it has pus. In this case, it must be treated by a nurse who will be able to properly clean the wound and provide the necessary dressing.
Ingredients
- 30 ml of mineral oil, almond or coconut;
- 1 drop of calendula essential oil;
- 1 drop of lavender essential oil;
- 1 drop of rosemary essential oil;
- 1 drop of chamomile essential oil.
Method of preparation
Add all the ingredients and shake well until it becomes an even mixture. Store in a tightly closed container in a clean, dry cupboard.
To enjoy its benefits, just apply a small amount to a scratch or bite from a cat or dog, for example, after about 3 days or when the wound is no longer open, being careful to wash the area with running water and soap. , and then make circular movements with the product over and around the cut or wound. The oil can be used until the wound has completely disappeared.
2. Honey bandage
Honey is a great choice for healing skin lesions, as it contains a natural antibiotic that has been proven to be effective against infectious microorganisms.
Ingredients
Method of preparation
Clean the wound and then cover it with a thin layer of honey and place a bandage over it and then apply honey again. The bandage should be changed about twice a day. See other benefits of honey.
3. Yarrow Compress
The flowering ends of Yarrow stalks contain natural healing ingredients that promote blood clotting, ease pain and soothe inflammation.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of liquid Yarrow extract;
- 125 ml of warm water;
- Sterile compresses.
Method of preparation
Dilute a teaspoon of Yarrow extract in 125 mL of warm water and then soak a compress in this solution and apply to the cut, pressing firmly.
4. Comfrey compress
A good natural remedy for wounds is to apply a comfrey compress to the wound and leave it to act for 30 minutes because this medicinal plant has a healing property that helps to regenerate the skin.
Ingredients
- 10 g of comfrey leaves
- 500 ml of water
Method of preparation
Put the ingredients in a pan and let it boil for 5 minutes. Then cover and let it cool down. When it is warm, filter and soak a gauze in this tea and apply the compress to the wound. Then cover with a bandage or put on a Band-Aid to prevent the entry of microorganisms and protect the area.
Another good tip to help with wound healing is to increase your consumption of foods rich in vitamin C, such as strawberries, oranges and pineapples, because they help with skin regeneration. However, it is important to be aware of possible signs of inflammation in the wound. See How To Identify Inflammation And How To Treat In Inflammation – Know What It Is, How To Identify And Cure.
