Many people suffer from acne or other disfiguring marks in the facial area, which can lead to scabbing. Scabs left by acne and other disfiguring marks lead people to try to heal scabs on their face on their own at home. There are many techniques to use at home to try to heal scabs on your face. Here is a list of methods to try at home.
Warm compresses
Scabs in the facial area are sometimes healed using warm compresses. First, find the softest cloth you can find. Fold it into a small square and moisten the cloth with warm (not hot) water. Place the warm compress directly on the scab on your face. Hold it there for several minutes. Try to keep the washcloth warm by running warm water over the washcloth every few minutes. Repeat this process several times a day. Be very careful not to heat the water too much to avoid burning the skin. This process will help heal the scab and reduce scab scars.
Apply petroleum jelly to the scab
Healing of scabs on the face can also be achieved by using a product called petroleum jelly. Vaseline can be purchased at any supermarket or drug store chain. Scabs on the face are often very dry and itchy. Vaseline is a product that will relieve the dryness and itchiness of the scab. The petroleum jelly will also heal the skin around the scab while keeping the scab and the skin surrounding the scab hydrated. Follow the instructions on the Vaseline bottle for application information.
Do not touch
Do not touch the scab or the skin around it. Do not touch the scab or scarring will occur. Try to keep your hands away from your face and the injured area. Touching or pinching the scab can cause the infection to spread. Leave the scab alone to speed up the healing time. Touching the scab will also increase the chances of scars forming from the scab.
Over the counter drugs
Try buying an over-the-counter product that will help heal the scab at your local pharmacy or grocery store. Remember to look at the ingredient list to choose the correct one based on individual needs. Read and follow directions carefully when using over-the-counter products.
Healing scabs on the face can be done at home with the right products and a little time to heal. Not touching or touching the scab will help the scab heal faster and have fewer scars. Using the warm compress, applying petroleum jelly, or applying another over-the-counter medicine can also decrease healing time and reduce scarring. Hopefully these tips will help heal scabs in the facial area and reduce scab scars.