Blister Treatment
How to get rid of blisters fast!
Of course it’s fantastic to spend an entire day shopping or dancing the whole night through – but sometimes a painful blister can spoil all the fun. We show you how to treat blisters so you can keep on walking.
All you need to know about blisters
A blister is an area of raised skin with a watery liquid inside. Blisters form on hands and feet from rubbing and pressure. You can develop blisters on feet from wearing uncomfortable or ill-fitting shoes for just a few hours.
Continuous pressure or rubbing will eventually lead to the separation of the epidermis (the outer skin layer) from its lower skin layers, and a blister containing tissue fluid will form. This liquid is supposed to cushion the wound and protect it from further pressure. So actually, the blister is a clever self-protective measure of your body.
"An open blister
can easily
become infected."
Easy-to-follow tips
and advice
... is to leave them intact. Applying a blister plaster will help to treat a blister without puncturing it. The plaster will do three things:
Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist contact your healthcare practitioner
A blister requires patience, and there are a few measures you can take in order to prevent pain, and to ensure fast healing:
Wait and see: Don’t change the plaster unless it comes off by itself. Give the blister time to heal. The Elastoplast SOS Blister Plasters with their hydrocolloid technology create an optimal moist wound healing environment that allows the wound to heal faster. In order to not disturb the healing process, leave the plaster in place for several days (only change it in case it starts to come off by itself).
Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist contact your healthcare practitioner
“Wounds heal best in a humid environment. This is a clinically proven learning that the plaster is based upon. In a protected environment the blister will heal off best and all by itself. With a blister, breaking its protective layer of skin allows bacteria to enter the wound, which is medically considered an open wound. Nevertheless, if this does happen, you should disinfect the punctured blister (for example with an antiseptic spray) and cover it with a blister plaster. It will protect the affected area from further pressure, friction and other harmful external influences.”
"Our hydrocolloid
technology creates an optimum environment
for the wound to heal"
“Thanks to our hydrocolloid technology the Elastoplast SOS Blister Plasters create the optimum environment for the wound to heal. The hydrocolloid material of the plaster will at the same time take up superfluous liquid from the wound and create a protective gel cushion over it which will keep its environment humid and thus let the wound heal quickly.“
Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist contact your healthcare practitioner
Smart ways to do
it better
Apply a foot cream regularly for basic foot care. This will lead to the skin on your feet becoming more supple and hydrated, therefore more resistant to developing blisters.
Working out or running? Wear special socks that are enforced on toes or heels and don‘t have seams.
Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist contact your healthcare practitioner
Always see your doctor if the wound is deep, bleeding or shows signs of infection like reddening, swelling or warmth.
Also make sure to seek medical help if you are not able to clean the wound properly.
In case you have diabetes a proper wound care is of special importance. Always discuss any concerns you may have with your doctor and/or podiatrist, even for the care of minor wounds and skin cracks – especially on your feet.
Please note that none of the above given tips or recommendations substitute medical advice. Carefully read the instructions for use given in our products‘ packages. Important: consult a health professional in case of any uncertainty of treating your wound properly.
The information provided through this website should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. It is not a substitute for professional care or advice. If you have or suspect a health problem, you should consult your doctor. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it, because of something you have read on this website.
For further information regarding Elastoplast products, please contact us via email on anz.consumerservices@beiersdorf.com. Carefully read the instructions for use given in our products' packages.