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Moist. Make sure it is cleaned daily with soap and water, then apply vasaline or antibiotic ointment and a band aid. Scabs heal more quickly when moist and there is less scarring. Dry scabs can crack, and if the scab is left on too long then it will induce scarring. Therefore, the quicker the scab falls off then the less scar you will have. Also, cells need moisture to rejuvenate. Bacteria can survive in moisture, so I would recommend neosporin (it also have vitamine e, which is a plus).

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It is generally recommended to keep a scab moist to promote healing and prevent cracking. This can be done by applying petroleum jelly or an antibiotic ointment. Keeping the scab moist also reduces the risk of scarring.

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