Two Easy Tips to Knock-Out Cold Sores
Monday, December 22nd, 2008There are millions of people suffering from cold sores, it’s no surprise there’s thousands of searches for “cold sore cure” conducted online each month. Cold sores are one of the most annoying skin conditions that exist and anyone who has ever had one knows how crushing they are to your self image.
Today we’re going to show you a couple of tips you can use to not only prevent cold sores, but also tricks you can use to stop cold sores when they make an appearance. I know of many people who don’t want to leave the house whenever they get an outbreak. They can ruin your appearance and make you feel unattractive. I don’t mean to sound harsh, but that’s the truth of the situation. Hopefully these tips help to prevent any cold sores in the future.
You may not that the sun’s UV rays can be a cause of cold sores? Because of this, try to use sunscreen around your mouth. It’s easy to locate lip balms or chapsticks with SPF protection – it’s a good idea to invest in one of these and apply it frequently. Even if the sun isn’t beating down it’s still a good idea. It’s the UV rays that can spark a cold sore and these rays are still out there even when the sun isn’t shining bright.
Next, carry an antibacterial gel with you and apply it every couple of hours. There are specific types of bacteria that are proven to cause cold sores, so it’s important to always keep your hands clean. You touch your face several times a day so the last thing you want to do is transfer some bacteria that leads to a cold sore! Using an antibacterial gel will help fight off those nasty germs.
These are just two pieces of advice that will make a big difference in your quest to prevent cold sores. They will help prevent new outbreaks from popping up and give you an extra level of protection in addition to your regular treatments.
Disclaimer: This posting is based on information freely available in the popular press and medical journals that deal with acne. Nothing herein is intended to be or should be construed to be any sort of medical advice. For medical advice the reader should consult with his or her physician or other medical specialist