Cold sores are mouth herpes that appear as blisters beneath the skin’s surface around the mouth or on the lips. They are a major symptom of the herpes simplex virus. According to Healthline, here are the top five home remedies for treating cold sores.
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Lemon balm
Part of the mint family, lemon balm is also known to have antiviral properties and help in curing cold sores.
Ice
Though ice may not reduce the duration of a cold sore outbreak, it can ease the discomfort and inflammation of cold sores.
Aloe vera
Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects, and applying a small amount of aloe vera gel directly to cold sores helps cure them.
Sunscreen
Wearing sunscreen daily protects your lips while the cold sore heals. Also, sunscreens help reduce future flare-ups when applied to the lips daily.
Consult a doctor
It is better to consult a doctor if the cold sores take too much time to heal.