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Will vaseline help a scab heal faster? just two small scabs.
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Yes: Wounds heal faster with Vaseline. Vaseline not only keeps wounds clean and moist but also provides a protective layer keeping the wound covered. It keeps germs out decreasing the risk of infection. Good luck
Answered 6/20/2018
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