Home Remedies and Herbs for Skin Abrasion

Skin abrasions are also known as wounds, cuts or scrapes. They occur when the skin is punctured or compromised in some way. The role of the skin is to protect your body and internal organs from germs.

There are many types of skin abrasions. They can be incisions, which are clean cuts in the skin. Otherwise they can be lacerations, which are jagged cuts in the skin. Skin abrasions can also be wounds like burns or skin ulcers. 

Full skin abrasion healing is usually possible provided the wound is treated immediately and appropriately. While not typically a serious medical condition, skin abrasions leave the body open to risk of infection if they are left untreated.

Additionally, if skin abrasions are deep enough and reach the fat, muscle or bone or there is significant blood loss involved, then emergency medical attention will be required to clean and stitch up the abrasion.

What Causes Skin Abrasions?

Skin abrasion causes usually always result from accidental damage done to the skin. Skin abrasions can occur anywhere on the body that has been injured or impacted. ^1,2

Other skin abrasion causes can include: 

• Surgical incisions
• Chemical or heat burns
• Animal bites
• Frostbite
• Radiation
• Severely irritated skin rashes that deepen into the skin
• Untreated skin ulcers that worsen

Almost everyone will experience a skin abrasion at some point in their lives. While everyone is susceptible to skin abrasions, some people are at higher risk of skin abrasions and therefore skin abrasion healing can be more difficult. Here are some skin abrasion risk factors: 

• Poor health
• Old age
• Smoking
• Radiation or chemotherapy treatment
• Diabetes
• Steroid use
• Drug use

Skin Abrasions Symptoms

Because there are several types of wounds, skin abrasion symptoms can vary depending on the cause. Here are some common skin abrasion symptoms to be aware of: 

• Blood or fluid discharge
• Swelling 
• Pain that can prevent you from using that part of the body
• Redness
• Emitting heat
• Fever (if infected)
• Pus discharge and  foul smell (if infected)

Natural Remedies and Herbs for Skin Abrasions

If you are exhibiting skin abrasion symptoms, you don’t necessarily need medical attention. Instead, there are plenty of home remedies that can help with skin abrasion healing. Here are the top skin abrasion natural treatments to try:

• Flaxseed Oil - Flaxseed oil is a natural anti-inflammatory that can help to heal skin abrasions. It is a safe product to apply topically. 
• Wheat Germ Oil - Wheat germ oil is high in vitamin E, which is an excellent nutrient for the skin. Topical application of wheat germ oil can promote skin abrasion healing.
• Honey - Honey is a natural antiseptic that can treat skin abrasions, prevent infection and help the skin to heal safely.
• Aloe Vera - Aloe vera is an age-old skin abrasion natural treatment particularly for burns. By applying aloe vera directly to the skin immediately after the abrasion has occurred, you can reduce the chances of scarring.
• Coconut Oil - Coconut oil is a nutrient-rich skin abrasion natural treatment that can reduce pain and inflammation and help the skin to heal.
• Turmeric - For skin abrasions that are producing swelling, turmeric is an excellent remedy to help reduce inflammation and relieve pain.

References

1. http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/condition/wounds
2. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000741.htm 
3. https://medlineplus.gov/woundsandinjuries.html