Methods 1: To treat minor scratches and cuts caused by razors.
1. Stick toilet paper on scratches or wounds. One of the traditional ways to deal with scratches or cuts is to stick a small piece of toilet paper on the wound and wait for the wound to solidify. Although this method is effective, it stops bleeding more slowly than other treatments discussed below.
Don't forget to take off the toilet paper before you go out.
2. Put ice on the injured area. Cold water will constrict blood vessels, slow down blood flow to the area and help stop bleeding. Take out an ice cube from the refrigerator and press it on the injured place. You can also try washing the injured area with cold water, or holding the wound with a cold towel.
Some people suggest soaking the towel in water, wringing it out and putting it in the refrigerator, and then it can be used to treat minor scratches and cuts caused by shaving.
3. Press the scratch or cut with a towel soaked in hot water. The temperature of hot water helps to stop bleeding. Hold the wound tightly with a warm towel. For best results, you may need to wash the towel with warm water all the time.
4. Use witch hazel. Witch hazel is an astringent, which can also constrict blood vessels to stop bleeding. Dip a cotton ball in witch hazel and apply it to the scratched or cut position. Because witch hazel can irritate the wound, be prepared to endure the pain when applying it.
5. Rub lipstick or vaseline on the wound or cut. If you scratch or cut yourself the next time you shave, try lipstick or vaseline Lipstick and vaseline are waxy, which will seal the skin and force blood to clot. Don't apply lipstick directly to the wound with a lipstick tube, otherwise it will stain the lipstick and make them useless. You can scrape it off with a cotton swab, so as not to stain the lipstick and affect the use.
6. Use deodorant or antiperspirant. Many antiperspirants and deodorants contain aluminum chloride, which will coagulate blood and help stop bleeding. Dip your fingertips in a little deodorant or antiperspirant, and then gently apply it to the injured area. In order to avoid throwing away the whole tube of deodorant after use, it is best to apply it with fingertips or cotton swabs.
7. Sprinkle sugar on the wound. If the incision is small, sprinkling some sugar on it can also stop bleeding and disinfect it. Some people also recommend pepper and black pepper, but using these will hurt people more than using sugar.
8. Spray some Listerine or other mouthwash on the wound or cut. Before being marketed as mouthwash, Listerine was originally used as a surgical preservative. Spray some mouthwash on the injured part to disinfect the wound and stop bleeding. As you can imagine, the wound will feel stinging, but it should be able to stop bleeding successfully after spraying.
9. Drop a few drops of eye drops on the wound or cut. Eye drops such as Youneng can constrict blood vessels, help slow down blood flow and achieve the effect of hemostasis. Therefore, when you cut or scratch yourself during shaving, you can also treat it with eye drops.
10, using traditional hemostatic pen or alum block. This kind of product has existed for centuries and was once the standard configuration of medical boxes and shaving appliances. Hemostatic pens usually contain titanium dioxide, potassium alum or sulfate formula, which helps blood coagulation. Similarly, an alum block is a soap-sized piece of potassium alum, which can shrink tissues and stop bleeding. When using a hemostatic pen, wet the nib first, and then use it to press the scratches or cuts.
When using alum block, wet it first, and then rub it to the injured part.
The astringents in these products can cause tingling, but they should stop bleeding quickly. They can also prevent burning sensation caused by shaving.
Hemostatic pen and alum block will leave powdery white residue, so be sure to look in the mirror and rinse it before going out.
Hemostatic pens and alum blocks can generally be bought in pharmacies, beauty shops and online. Some traditional barbershops also sell these goods.
Method 2: Provide wound care for severe scratches and cuts.
1. Wash the wound with cold water. Doing so helps to stop bleeding and understand the severity of the wound.
2. Hold down the wound. Press the part with the most bleeding with a paper towel, toilet paper or towel. Press the wound for 5 to 15 minutes. Don't move if the blood is soaked with paper towels or towels. Add some tissues or towels to them.
If pressing hard can't stop the bleeding, you can pinch the skin with your thumb and forefinger to help stop the bleeding.
If this method doesn't work and the blood is still flowing, you have to see a doctor immediately.
3. Raise the wound. If possible, try to raise the body part where the wound is above the heart. This helps to slow down the blood flow to the injured area.
Step 4 clean the wound. After stopping bleeding, apply hydrogen peroxide, iodine or antibiotic cream to the injured part. This helps to prevent infection and accelerate wound healing.
5, bandage the wound. Wrap the wound with sterile bandage to prevent dust and bacteria from entering and prevent bleeding again. If the blood-soaked bandage or bandage is wet, it should be replaced in time. This helps to keep the wound clean and dry.
6. Take off the bandage after a few days. If the wound is not too serious, you should be able to remove the bandage from the injured area within a few days. This will speed up the healing.
7. If you continue to bleed or find signs of infection, please seek medical advice. If you can't stop bleeding or find redness, inflammation or pus around the wound, you'd better see a doctor as soon as possible. Professional medical personnel can evaluate the wound and provide appropriate care.
Method 3: Prevent scratches and cuts when shaving.
1. Moisturize the skin before and after shaving. Moisturizing the skin before and after shaving helps to prevent scratches and cuts.
2. Take a hot bath before shaving. Taking a hot bath before shaving, or cleaning the skin with hot water a few minutes before shaving, can make the razor smoother on the skin and reduce the risk of scratches and cuts. This method is called "wet scraping".
Use mild soap when shaving wet, which will not remove oil or dry skin, otherwise it will make shaving more difficult.
3. Replace the shaving blade regularly. Changing blades regularly can prevent scratches and cuts caused by blunt blades. Frequent blade replacement can also prevent cysts and redness caused by shaving and inhibit the growth of bacteria that may cause infection. Once the blade becomes dull, replace it immediately. When the movement of the blade on the skin is no longer smooth, or when shaving feels uncomfortable, it means that the blade should be changed.
It is recommended to change the blade after 5 to 10 shaving, but the exact time depends on how often you use the razor.
Gillette recently released a new blade box with a designed service life of five weeks.
4. Don't shave when the skin is dry. Although shaving when the skin is dry saves time and money and looks good, not touching water or shaving gel or shaving foam will increase the risk of scratches and cuts. Shaving gel or shaving foam can make the razor smoother on the skin. Hair conditioner can also be used as shaving gel or shaving foam, and some brands are very cheap.
5. Throw away the disposable single-edged razor. Although the single-edged disposable razor is cheap, it is easy to accidentally rub against the skin, causing serious scratches and cuts. To make shaving smoother, please choose a multi-blade razor.
6. Keep the razor clean and dry. Most people don't take the time to clean or dry razor blades after use, but research shows that these maintenance measures can prolong the service life of blades and prevent them from becoming dull, which is usually the chief culprit leading to serious scratches and cuts. Try to keep the razor clean and dry: rinse the razor with clean hot water after use.
Wipe the razor from the opposite direction of shaving with a dry towel or jeans. This helps to remove hair and residual shaving foam, which would otherwise blunt the blade or interfere with shaving.
Lubricate the blade with olive oil or oil that does not irritate the skin. You can apply a thin layer of oil to the blade with a cotton swab.
Let the shaver dry naturally and store it in a dry place.
7. Use the razor correctly. Proper use of razors can avoid some common mistakes and help to prolong the service life of blades. You should avoid pressing the blade too hard, which will not only wear the blade, but also increase the risk of scratches and cuts.
Knocking the razor head on the sink or shower will damage the edge of the blade, shorten its service life and lead to scratches and cuts.
8. Consider using different kinds of razors. If the current shaving method continues to cause annoying scratches and cuts, you can study and try other razors or adopt other hair removal methods. In order to make the shaving process smoother without scratches and cuts, many people turn to more traditional shaving methods and use double-sided (DE) razors or straight-edged razors.
Tip: Moistening the skin before and after shaving can reduce the risk of scratches and cuts.
Keeping the razor clean and dry can not only prolong the service life of the blade, but also prevent scratches and cuts caused by blade passivation.
Using astringents or aftershave care products such as witch hazel can also improve skin condition and reduce inflammation after shaving.
Warning not to press the razor too hard. This will blunt the blade, leading to scratches and cuts.