COMPEED COLD SORE PATCH. BY JOHNSON and JOHNSON. The most discreet way to treat cold sores fast. Using patent pending Hydrocolloid-075 to soothe, seal, protect, heal and prevent the virus from spreading. 15 Patches
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Invisible patch that uses a patent-pending, clinically proven breakthrough ingredient, Ultra Thin Hydrocolloid-075, to treat cold sores from start to finish - fast!
Applied at the first sign of an outbreak right until the end of the outbreak, when then skin is completely healed.
Utra thin and breathable transparent patch covers, seals and protects the cold sore
Prevents touching of the affected area reducing the possibility of contamination and secondary infection
Hydrocolloid-075 promotes the perfect healing environment preventing scab formation for noticeably faster healing
Instantlly soothes itching and burning
Prevents the formation of painful scabs
Prevents virus from spreading
Hypoallergenic
Safe to apply make up or lipstick on the patch
Can eat and drink with the patch on
Discreet. Masks the sore making it less visible
Suitable for use by children under supervision
Applied with a patent pending no touch design Butterfly Applicator
Contains 15 Patches usually sufficient for the treatment of one complete cold sore outbreak
In discreet handy box small enough for your purse or pocket. Complete with small mirror to help apply the patch and instructions for use!
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Description:
What are Cold Sores?
Cold sores are a chronic viral infection characterised by painful fluid filled blisters around the lips, nose or chin.
Cold sores are caused by a virus known as the Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 or HSV-1 for short. Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 should not be confused with Herpes Simplex Virus type 2, which mostly affects the genitals.
The virus can never actually be eliminated. Outbreaks of HSV-1 alternate with periods when the virus lies dormant in the nerve cells. There is no definitive understanding of what causes outbreaks of HSV-1, but it is believed that certain trigger factors cause cold sore outbreaks. When this happens, the virus travels down the nerve to the skin's surface where it tries to replicate itself in the nuclei of the cells. In many people no symptoms appear even though the cells are infected. However, in some people, the virus's replication process destroys the cells and causes blisters or ulcers to form on the skin. Once the cold sore forms, the virus recedes back into the body where it resides.
How the virus spreads
Research shows that 80% of general populations are the carriers of HSV-1. Furthermore, almost 90% of people aged over 30 carry the virus. 20% of those infected regularly suffer from outbreaks of cold sores. It is believed that HSV-1 is most often contracted during childhood and infancy. Once infected a person can suffer from regular outbreaks of cold sores for the rest of his or her life.
The HSV-1 virus is very contagious. It is usually spread through physical contact such as hugging and kissing, but can also be transmitted by sharing a drink. The virus can be spread from the very start of the cold sore outbreak when you feel the tingling, burning or itching right through to the healing stage when the crust finally disappears. The virus can be spread by an infected person, even if they do not show the symptoms. Although HSV-1 most commonly attacks the lips, nose or chin, it can be passed to other parts of the body including the eyes, fingers and the genitals.
What triggers cold sores?
Outbreaks of HSV-1 alternate with periods when the virus lies dormant in nerve cells called the ganglia. There is no definitive understanding of what causes outbreaks of HSV-1, but triggers may be factors such as sun exposure, stress, cold weather, fever, colds and flu, fatigue, hormones and menstruation.
Cold sore treatment with the Compeed Cold Sore Patch by Johnson & Johnson
The Compeed Cold Sore Patch is a breakthrough invisible patch that uses a patent-pending ingredient ultra thin Hydrocolloid-075 to treat cold sores from start to finish.
Applied with a patent pending no touch design Butterfly Applicator, the Compeed Cold Sore Patch reduces risk of cross contamination associated with touching the sore.
Once applied, the patch covers and seals the cold sore, soothes the burning and itching, promotes healing, prevents the formation of painful scabs and helps prevent secondary infection.
Why is Compeed Cold Sore Patch so effective?
The Compeed Cold Sore Patch provides healing benefits at each stage of the cold sore outbreak:
Stage 1 - The tingle stage
This initial stage is characterised by a burning or tingling around the lips or nose.
By covering the sore, the Compeed Cold Sore Patch provides immediate soothing relief from itching and burning sensations during the outbreak. It does this by reducing the external stimulation of nerve endings by air and mouth movements. 92% of participants in a clinical study reported that the patch helped to relieve the itching sensation and 90% reported that the patch helped to relieve the burning sensation.
Stage 2 - The blister stage
Within a day or two, there is the first visible sign of clusters of small blisters.
These blisters are covered discreetly by the Compeed Cold Sore Patch, giving users increased confidence in their appearance. In fact, the patch is so discreet that make up can easily be applied over it. 88% of participants in a clinical study felt that the Compeed Cold Sore Patch made their cold sores less visible when compared with their usual treatment.
Stage 3 - The weeping/ulcer stage
This stage is characterised by the blisters rupturing and leaving shallow reddish ulceration. This is the most painful and contagious stage.
The Compeed Cold Sore Patch continues to provide soothing relief during this painful stage and is also able to prevent the spread of the virus by hygienically sealing the wound. This prevents sufferers from touching the sore and helps prevent the risk of cross contamination. The patch prevents water, bacteria and impurities from entering the sore. 82% of participants in a clinical study strongly agreed that the patch stopped them touching the sore.
Stage 4 - The scab/crusting stage
A dry scab with a brown crust forms. If it cracks, the sufferer will experience itching, burning and bleeding.
The Compeed Cold Sore Patch absorbs some of the fluids created by the cold sore while the rest is breathed out through the patch. This creates optimal moist wound healing conditions in which no scab is formed, because the cold sore is never allowed to dry out. 81% of participants in a clinical study experienced no scabbing during the study period.
Stage 5 - Healing stage
If a scab has formed, it will flake off during the healing stage.
In a clinical study, 65% of participants reported faster healing with the Compeed Cold Sore Patch compared with their usual treatment.
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