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Why your skin forms scabs—and why picking them makes healing worse
Scabs get a bad reputation because they’re dry, crusty, and inconvenient, but they are one of the body’s most effective protection systems. From a biological standpoint, a scab is your skin’s ...
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What Are Scabs and How Do They Heal?
Scabs form to protect and heal a wound by covering it with a dry, crusty layer. To help a scab heal, keep it clean and moist with a moisturizer or ointment, and avoid picking or scratching it. If a ...
Scalp flaking seems harmless and picking the scabs can even be satisfying for many. However, it may signal more serious ...
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