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If possible, raise the cut above the level of the heart (e.g. if the cut is on the arm, lift the arm above the head). Apply direct pressure to the area and continue until the flow of blood stops, or in more serious cases until medical help arrives.

Aloe vera can be applied to cuts and grazes and will help skin to heal and prevent infection.

Tea tree* or Lavender oil* are used to clean wounds with a few drops of each diluted in warm water. This will also act as an antiseptic.

Hypericum and Arnica* are homeopathic remedies that can be used to help the body to heal.

Rescue remedy* can be applied directly to a graze to promote healing.

Comfrey ointment* can be applied to inflamed cuts.