Earth's Cures for Blisters

If you're someone that works, or does yard work without gloves then more than likely those irritating blisters have made their presence. If you're a woman or man that has bought shoes way too big or way too small, the friction between foot and shoe may have also caused some painful blisters.

While some people and doctors say that popping a blister will rid you of it, it's highly recommended that you don't. Bursting the fluid filled sac only allows the risk of infection. There are so many ways to get rid of blisters and natural remedies are on the rise.

Blisters usually come from friction, resulting in fluid filled sores on the skin. Symptoms are irritation, burning, redness, and tenderness. The most common places are on the sole of the foot or the palm of the hand.
What can be used to naturally cure blister?

A lot of us feel there are better ways to ail our bodies from irritating conditions. Essential oils have been long used to cure specific health issues. Using the extracts from plants, fruits, herbs, trees, and vegetables, allows the power of essential oils to work miracles on our bodies.

The most commonly used oil for a blister is called Tea Tree oil. This oil has natural antiseptic and inflammatory properties, making it easier for your body to naturally dry out the blister and leave your skin brand new.

Lavender Oil is also commonly used to relieve and add health to your skin and body. Its fragrance is relaxing and tranquil, leaving a fresh scent and a boost in your defense system. It also has properties that help the body rejuvenate skin cells, allowing your body to speed up the healing process. This is one of the best choices for blister relief.

One of the most commonly used oils for cold and flu symptoms can also help aid in the removal of a blister. Chamomile has a floral scent that will please your body and home. It comes from the daisy family and has always been used for medicinal purposes.

A great recipe for your blister blunder includes: 1 drop tea tree oil, 1 drop lavender oil, 1 drop chamomile oil. Pat thoroughly and carefully (never ingest an essential oil; they are solely for external use).
To check out more information on these essential oils check out www.essentialoils.co.za/treatment/blisters.htm.

Another recipe for using lavender oil as a means of healing is: 15 drops of lavender oil, 1 oz vegetable oil with applications 3 times a day. This will help relieve the pain and release the fluid.

Aloe Vera Gel is another natural choice to exterminate blisters. Applying the gel to the affected area will help the healing process and rejuvenate the skin.

Benzoin and Myrrh is another great combination with lavender to dry out blisters and then help your body's healing process.

Some blisters can become so painful they become hard to bear. Or they're so irritating removing them becomes a must and not an option. If there is an absolute urge to burst that bubble here are a few tips to avoid infection.
Safely Bursting Blisters

Our skin is split into three different layers; the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. The raised, fluid filled sac is the top layer of skin (epidermis) ridding your body of the damage caused. The epidermis is usually made up of dead cells shedding every day.

The dermis (middle layer of skin) is the new revitalized skin protecting your body from outside bacteria and infections.

The hypodermis is where everything is created and pushed to the next higher level (dermis, epidermis).

If you decide to burst your blister be sure to clean the area properly and apply alcohol to reduce the chances of infection.

Use a sterile needle to puncture one side of the blister being mindful of the fluid to be released. Keep at your side some tissue to wipe away the fluid.

Do not peel the skin away you will expose the tender skin (dermis) underneath, making it more subtle to infection. The skin left (epidermis-top layer), after the blister is drained provides extra protection for the new skin taking its place. Leave the skin and apply any form of essential oil mentioned above or apply an antibiotic cream. Remember tea tree has natural antibiotic properties allowing assistance for your body to heal quicker.

With the use of essential oils healing your body naturally will allow a great boost in the immune system and with lavender being a favorite for so many health related problems there is no wonder why it's used in everything.
Purchasing essential oils can be done over the internet www.essentialaura.com or at your local health food stores (Whole Foods).

There are plenty of places over the internet to buy oils, but oils that are 100% pure are the best. EBay is also a great place to purchase quality oils for cheap but as with purchasing anything over the net be mindful of fake retailers. Conducting a better business check is always and highly recommended.

The use of your oils can be used for so many purposes it would be the ultimate investment in health and home care.

The information in this article is solely for suggestion purposes only. The references provided on the different uses of oils are from personal experience and should be taken upon as a reference. Consult a doctor for any serious issues and never use essential oils internally. Research any form of essential oil before use and conduct skin test on a small area for the possibility of allergic reactions. Essential oils are safe to use with minor side effects of nausea due to aroma (lemon grass). Consult a physician for children under two years of age.