[__ Science __ ] Band-Aid or Scab?

[HeIsRisen2018]

This question came to my mind after I accidentally scratched open a bug bite. Nature's band-aid or store bought band-aids? Which is the best way to go? I usually just go ahead and put a Band-Aid on it unless I have a bloody nose or something. Then I just let nature do its course.

 

[Jim Parker]

This question came to my mind after I accidentally scratched open a bug bite. Nature's band-aid or store bought band-aids? Which is the best way to go? I usually just go ahead and put a Band-Aid on it unless I have a bloody nose or something. Then I just let nature do its course.

Wash it with hot water and soap. (Both kill germs)
Put some antibiotic on the wound.
Cover it with a band aid to keep dirt out.
When it gets a scab, you won't need the band aid.

 

[Razeontherock]

I've never been able to keep band aids on.
I like hydrogen peroxide for washing minor cuts and abrasions like this. For bug bites and such that still itch, witch hazel helps.

 

[HeIsRisen2018]

I've never been able to keep band aids on.
I like hydrogen peroxide for washing minor cuts and abrasions like this. For bug bites and such that still itch, witch hazel helps.

Thanks for the advice, I definitely will look into getting some of that.