I have discussed how to seal a wound in the past, and whether to usestitches, bandages, or super glue. I’ve even done a comprehensive guide aboutsealing cuts with super glue, but as of yet, haven’t fully covered the process of preparing your wound prior to actually sealing it. This ...
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Before applying strips, consider using tincture of benzoin on the skinnext to but not into the wound. It’s an antiseptic preparation used on the skin, since it dries to a tacky consistency to enhance the adhesion of band-aids. Tip: Apply it with a Q-tip:Tincture Of Benzoin, 4 FL.OZ...
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Medical glue is also waterproof, which makes it particularly useful in situations where the wound may be exposed to moisture or liquids. But more difficult to wash off. Surgical Glue Surgical glue, also known as tissue adhesive or surgical adhesive, is a type of medical adhesive that is used...
Some bee species use snail shells to make their nests. Image courtesy Slovenian Museum of Natural History Lots of solitary bees are known for how they make their nests. They may use cerumen, a type of wax secreted from their bodies, or propolis, a glue bees make from tree resins. Many...
I am a lier, sometimes, frequently...because I tell the doc the wound came from a paper cut, the kids I work with I have "skin problems" and infections, any adults that might (God forbid) happen to notice that I have very "dry skin" that cracks and peels... I always feel like...
Hyaluronic Acid: This hydration superstar draws water into the skin and helps in barrier repair by locking in hydration, replacing lost moisture, and wound healing. Niacinamide: Also known as vitamin B3, niacinamide is a hardworking multitasker is a must for barrier repair, helping to calm inflam...
Whether you, or someone you're with has been shot,stabbed, or are facing a life-threatening wound, HOW TO SURVIVE instructs you to lay down and be still, keep breathing, and control bleeding to stay alive. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to survive after being shot, stabbed or...
Most of this stuff is pure fiction, fabricated by the writers to move the plot along. But one of the most outlandish TV cop tools, a special chemical that reveals invisible blood traces, is entirely real. In this article, we'll find out how this strange compound, commonly known as ...