How to Naturally Get Rid of Bruises

Bruises are nasty reminders of a possibly painful experience. They're also not pleasant to look at. We've all had bruises, and chances are we're all going to have them again. After all, even the most graceful person is eventually going to fall or run into something. By following these simple steps, you can get rid of bruises quickly and naturally.

Things You'll Need

• Ice
• Cloth
• Orange juice
• Arnica
• Water
• Soap

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Instructions

• 1

  Woman washing child's arm

  Wash the bruised area with soap and water to disinfect the area, especially if there are any wounds along with the bruise.

• 2

  Man with ice pack

  Apply an icepack to the bruise. This will help keep the swelling to a minimum.

• 3

  Girl drinking orange juice

  Drink orange juice throughout the day. The vitamin C will be invaluable in getting rid of the bruise. Citrus fruits have natural flavinoids as well, which are required for collagen synthesis. This is the process of producing connective tissues, which your body needs for healing.

• 4

  Woman relaxing with her feet up

  Relax with your feet propped up. Elevation is key to getting rid of bruises quickly.

• 5

  ointment

  Apply arnica to your bruise 3 to 4 times a day. This is a plant extract that has been used to treat bruises for some time and is often used to replace store-bought topical creams.