Rubbing Alcohol

[Fmals]

Just curious as to what most of you put topically on an outbreak (if anything...or do you let it be)?

I've been doing rubbing alcohol on a q-tip...not sure if it does anything but if sure feels like it is.

[My_dog_is_hungry]

That sounds like a terrible idea-don't do it! If anything I would say something natural and soothing like Manuka honey.

[Misstery2019]

I’ve read that tea tree oil or chamomile oil helps  (make sure to dilute with water first). 

[tiredandlonely]

I haven't had an outbreak in a long time, but when I did, I used corn starch. I don't think it had a major impact on healing, but it kept the outbreak pretty dry and made me much more comfortable while I waited for it to heal.