10 Benefits of Epsom Salt
Benefit #8: Removes Splinters
We’ve all been there. You run your hand along a piece of wood and you feel a small, sharp pain digging into your fingers. Have a look and you are likely to find that a tiny shard of wood has splintered off and embedded itself well into the skin. Even if it is not particularly painful, you should still have it removed because it poses a risk of infection.
Splinters can be painful sometimes, while getting them out can also make it worse. They can be well dug in and prodding at it with a pin or needle can make things worse. Immerse it in some warm water with Epsom salt, though, and it should draw the splinter to the surface. This will make it much easier to remove.
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