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Abrasions
Overview
Abrasions are very common injuries that are usually caused by a fall on a hard surface. As a person falls or slides on the ground, friction causes layers of skin to rub off. The skin is composed of an outer layer (the epidermis) which provides protection, and a deep inner layer (the dermis), which provides the firmness and flexibility of the skin. Abrasions typically refer to an injury that removes these layers of skin.
Featured Remedy
Abrasions Mix 3-4 drops of frankincense oil in warm water full bowl and then with medicated cotton, clean the wound gently. After proper cleaning of the wound, apply 2-3 drops of this oil over the wound directly.
Ingredients
Abrasions
Frankincense oil
Precautions
Abrasions
Wash the affected region with anti-bacterial soap and use a red washcloth to soothe the child from seeing the blood, if you are treating a child. Or else, coat the abrasion with a good quality solid coat of Vaseline (no sting) and ironically, it works for more than aiding dry skin.
Wash wound area and apply cod liver oil, vitamin E oil, or aloe Vera gel over the affected region.
Garlic oil will be useful to decrease infection and inflammation. Place a band-aid over the abrasion.
Proper diet is important in treating abrasions. Nutrient rich food is a must. One should also avoid alcohol, drugs and smoking.
Other Remedies
Abrasions
A cup of water, infused with 3 to 5 drops of essential oil of pepper mint, is also beneficial in treating skin abrasion. Use it to wash the abrasion.
Crush marigold flowers and apply them over the affected area. This will prove to be an effective way to cure skin abrasion.
Another effective remedy would be to apply crushed parsley leaves, crushed fresh plantain leaves or onion juice over the abrasion.
Witch hazel and lavender compresses (or poultice), used while bathing, prove to be beneficial in treating skin abrasion.
All advice is intended to be for informational purposes only, and not a substitute for professional or medical advice and/or diagnosis/treatment. DesiDieter does not provide medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice from a qualified healthcare provider.
