3 Ways To Cover Up A Bruise - WikiHow

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1 Apply ice to a fresh bruise. Icing a new bruise can reduce swelling and help it heal faster. During the first few days, apply ice for 20 minutes 3 - 4 times a day.[8] Don’t play ice directly on your skin. Wrap the ice pack in a towel to avoid frostbite.[9]
2 Use a warm compress after the second day. After the bruise begins to heal, warmth can bring blood flow to the area, which promotes healing.[10] X Research source Make a warm compress by wrapping a heating pad or hot washcloth in a towel. Place it on the bruise for about 10 minutes 3 - 4 times a day.[11] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to source
- Don’t use heat in the first 48 hours. It can cause the bruise to grow larger.
3 Apply arnica to the bruise daily. There is evidence that applying arnica cream topically can help reduce bruising after cosmetic surgery.[12] Many topical pain relief products use arnica in their formulations, so using it to treat a bruise can also help with soreness.[13]