Abrasions

A superficial damage caused to your skin as a wound or injury which has an impact on the top most skin layer is known as Abrasion, in the field of medicine.

But you will have to remember that Abrasion and laceration are not same, the former is less severe in nature resulting from scraping of the epidermis while the later one usually includes a sharp object. Abrasions can be easily healed with the help of certain home remedies.

Home Remedies For Abrasions

Abrasions

Home Remedies For Abrasions

1. Aloe Vera 

After removing the thorns and the outer skin of the Aloe Vera leaves extract the gel. This gel should be applied on the abrasion thrice a day. After applying it, let it stay on the skin. 

2. Turmeric  

Turmeric is known to be an effective antiseptic. Take half teaspoon of turmeric powder, add a little water and mix it well to make a paste. After cleaning the abrasion with cotton apply the paste on it thrice a day. Leave it to dry and don‟t cover the wound. 

3. Sage or Germanium Tea 

For effective result in curing skin abrasion, dock leaves can be used as lotion. You can also apply tea made from sage or geranium leaves on the affected area.

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4. Lavender Oil 

For effective result in curing skin abrasion, dock leaves can be used as lotion. You can also apply tea made from sage or geranium leaves on the affected area.

Lavender oil disinfects the injury as well as helps in faster recovery. Three to five lavender drops oil can be added to Thyme tea. Apply this mixture at least twice a day. Other herbs such as a salve made of some tea tree along with comfrey are great at treating abrasions. 

5. Vinegar

One tablespoon of Vinegar missed with three tablespoons of warm water can be dabbed on the abrasion several times a day as Vinegar is a natural astringent. This process helps keep the abrasion clean. 

6. Crushed Marigold Flowers

Marigold flower is known to have antibacterial properties in it which helps to heal the wound faster. Crushed Marigold flowers can be applied on the affected area to acquire faster healing.  

Other Treatments

Always remember before treating the abrasion always wash the wound properly. In order to clean it, you must wash the affected area with some cool fresh water and an antibacterial soap. This process may leave a bit burning or stinging sensation but that shouldn‟t make you skip the process, it is very important to wash it in order to avoid infection.