Unlike men, bruises, scratches and abrasions in women are not a decoration. Women do not boast of "fighting wounds". The most attractive is smooth, velvety skin. Therefore, in most of the fair sex, a sudden appearance of a bruise causes great annoyance. Well, if this dark stain can be hidden under clothing, but if a bruise appears on an open area of the body or on the face, then you need to take urgent measures.
The bruises disappear on their own within two to three weeks. Moreover, the higher the bruise on the body, the faster it will pass. A bruise on his face goes through the week, and bruises on his legs can last up to a month. In the first few days, the color of the bruise is dark blue. Over time, a reddish hue appears, then purple and, at the last stage, before disappearing, is yellow.
How to remove a bruise?
There are many ways to get rid of bruises quickly:
- to put ice on. Most often the bruise appears from the impact. At this moment under the skin burst blood vessels, which causes a darkening of the skin and swelling. If immediately after the impact apply ice, the blood vessels narrow, which will reduce the redness and size of the bruise;
- if the bruise appeared on his legs, then it is necessary, as soon as possible, to bandage the bruised place. Thus, you create pressure on the blood vessels, blood is less spread under the skin, and the bruise will be smaller;
- heat. 24 hours after the bruise, it is possible to apply heat to the bruise. A hot compress or bath will dilate the vessels around the bruised place. Thus, the blood flow will accelerate, and the bruise will quickly resolve. Baths and compresses should be done several times a day until the darkening under the skin disappears. In no case do not apply hot objects to the bruise immediately after a bruise - this will not only not help, but will lead to the appearance of swelling;
- ointments from bruises and bruises. In each pharmacy you will be offered a lot of funds for the treatment of bruises. The most effective are creams containing vitamin K. Vitamin K penetrates under the skin and speeds up the process of splitting and utilization of blood clots. The bruised area should be lubricated with ointment twice a day until the bruise disappears completely. Ointment from bruises is harmless and with its help it is possible to clean bruises even at the child;
- cosmetical tools. Even if you intensively use all methods to remove a bruise, you will not be able to say goodbye to him in one day. That your bruise does not cause questions among others, "hide" and disguise it with a foundation or foundation for the face. The most effective is a cream with a yellowish tinge - it makes the blue color as invisible as possible.
Grandmother's recipes
There are also a variety of folk remedies for bruises. The best tool
Some people get bruises from injections. During the penetration of the needle into the vein, subcutaneous hemorrhage occurs. This is due to the individual characteristics of the human body. There are various ointments that help the bruising disappear from the injections. Also, iodine is good.
The most effective method for preventing bruising is vitamin C. This vitamin strengthens blood vessels and reduces the likelihood of their damage. Daily consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables will not only save you from bruising, but also increase your immunity.