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Scabs are a natural part of the body’s healing process when wounds are left uncovered. If you’ve ever had a wound, big or small, you’ve probably had a scab!

In this article, we look at what a scab is, how they heal and how you can care for them, to help make your healing process even better.

Most of us are likely to experience acne blemishes at some point in our lives, so if you have them – you’re far from alone.

In fact, it's one of the most common skin conditions around. A staggering 80% of people between the ages of 11 and 30 will have a mild form of acne pimples at least once¹.

While plenty of treatments are available in stores, you can also use hydrocolloid bandages and patches to absorb fluid from pimples, just as you would other wounds.

Find out all about how these work to create an optimal healing environment, and what makes them so effective.

Our bodies’ natural healing processes usually spring into action whenever we get a cut, scrape, or minor injury. However, there are certain things you can do to support the healing process, reduce the chances of infection, and help speed up your wound recovery.In this article, we'll look at how you might help heal a cut fast, as well as top general tips to support wound healing.

First aid kits play a vital role in any home, dorm, workplace or school, in case of accidents or injuries.

The good news is that a properly stocked first aid kit should be able to handle many minor cuts and burns or mishaps – whether they involve a scraped knee, bee sting or other issue.

Pre-packed kits are available from BAND-AID® Brand, containing a range of essential items to take care of yourself, loved ones, friends or colleagues after a minor accident. Putting together a DIY first aid kit, meanwhile, allows you to build on this support by including other items, tailor-made to your needs.

Read on to discover what should be in a first aid kit, and how to use one effectively.

Many of us have a story attached to a scar on our body. Scars are very common, resulting from wounds to the skin, and we can be left with scars due to accidents, diseases, surgery or skin conditions such as acne.

Acne scarring alone is common, especially in young people. Around 80% of people aged between 11 and 30 will get acne, and one in five of those will develop scarring¹.

You might be wondering how to prevent scarring. Is it even possible? Depending on the size and type of injury, it may not be avoidable. But you can take steps to minimize your chances of a cut turning into a scar in the first place.

Find out how to help prevent burn scars, acne scars, and scarring from stitches.

Blisters can be a major annoyance, but the good news is they can also be easy to deal with when you know how! With the right knowledge, you can learn how to treat a blister – and even prevent them from happening in the first place.

If they’ve been causing you discomfort, our guide is here to help – discover our top tips for blister treatment and prevention so you can recover fast and stay active.

Burns can happen very easily, especially in the home and workplace¹. You might touch a hot pan in the kitchen, stay out in the sun too long or spill coffee in your lap.

Around 486,000 people go to the emergency room because of a burn each year². Fortunately, mild burns can often be treated at home, without a trip to a doctor or a hospital.

Find out about the causes of burns, the different types, how to treat a burn at home, and when to seek additional care.

You’re on the road to recovery! While you’re healing from your surgery or stitches, plan on spending 10-20 minutes a day inspecting and caring for your incision. The healing and recovery process will be significantly faster if infection is avoided, so it’s worth following your home-care instructions.

One in every three babies in the United States is delivered by cesarean section—a surgical birth that requires an incision to the mother’s uterus and abdominal wall. So while a C-section is a common surgery, the healing and recovery process is not quick. It’s measured in weeks, not days, and recovery time can be different for everyone. Keeping that in mind can help ease anxiety about how slowly or quickly you’re recovering.

There are plenty of minor wounds that you may encounter aside from your everyday cuts and scrapes. Understand how to properly treat & care for other minor wounds including splinters and sprains, so you can heal quickly.

You’ve had an injury, and it’s been treated. Now what? How you follow up with care is just as important as the initial treatment. Taking a few minutes each day to inspect your injury and care for it properly can help your wound heal faster.

It’s true! Scientific studies show that cuts, scrapes, and burns heal quicker when covered versus uncovered.