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Should you cover a blister with a hydrocolloid bandage?

Blisters form to protect damaged skin and help it heal, and they are primarily caused by skin reactions such as friction, burns, and allergic reactions.

For some small blisters caused by friction, such as those caused by wearing new shoes, in this case you can cover a blister with a hydrocolloid blister plaster, which can protect the blisters from infection and accelerate recovery and healing.

All kinds of constant scratching and rubbing sensations on the skin make us very unnatural, especially when new shoes are worn on our feet, we are reluctant not to wear them. Ordinary band-aids are not easy to use, and are easy to curl and fall off. When the blisters are removed, the benefits of using hydrocolloid bandages at this time come out. 
1. The hydrocolloid dressing is sticky and not easy to fall off.
2. The skin color of the hydrocolloid heel stickers is transparent and beautiful (commonly known as artificial skin).
3. Absorb the wound exudate to form a gel to protect the wound and accelerate the healing.
4. The fourth is to heal in a closed environment without scars.
5. The fifth is to be waterproof and not afraid of showering.

The place that is often worn is the heel, which is the place to be most prevented. At the same time, other parts such as the toes, the outer side of the thumb, the forefoot and other parts can also be paid more attention to. The hydrocolloid heel stickers can be sticked wherever you want. Prevention is better than cure.
Note: Infected wounds are not suitable for blister patch.