I hate them, they turn up when you least want them to, and the more you wish they would go away the more they seem to stick around. Surely there must be something you can put on a cold sore to make it go away quicker? In no particular order, here is a list of some of the best tried and tested cold sore remedies. Bear in mind that what works for some will not work for others, so it's a case of finding out what works best for you.
Witch Hazel
One of natures best medicinal remedies. Traditionally used by North American Indians, witch hazel is good for anything skin related. It has excellent skin healing properties, it will reduce swelling, help fight infection and also relieve itching. Use a cotton bud to dab some distilled witch hazel on your cold sore.
Tea Tree Oil
A very well-known medicinal essential oil. The healing power of tea tree has been used for tens of thousands of years by the Australian Aborigine. It has well documented anti viral properties, and is used by millions round the world for skin related infections and acne. Great for treating cold sores.
