Pain-Free Splinter Removal: A Simple Home Remedy

Splinters are a painful nuisance that can cause infections if not removed properly. Removing a splinter can be painful and difficult; However, there is a do-it-yourself removal method that can be completed without inflicting pain. This method is safe and easy to complete. Try this home remedy and painful splinter removal will be a thing of the past.

Things You'll Need

• 1 tbsp. baking soda
• Small mixing bowl
• Warm water
• Clean spoon
• Band-aid
• Tweezers

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Instructions

• 1

  Pour 1 tbsp. baking soda into a small mixing bowl.

• 2

  Add just enough warm water to the bowl to form a paste.

• 3

  Use a clean spoon to mix the ingredients.

• 4

  Place a small amount of the paste onto the area of the skin that covers the splinter.

• 5

  Cover the affected area with a band-aid.

• 6

  Leave the band-aid on overnight, or until the paste has dried completely.

• 7

  Remove the band-aid from the area. The splinter should be sticking out of the skin. Use a pair of tweezers to safely remove it.