Usually, it is recommended to change First Aid Dressings daily due to hygienic reasons. Some plasters such as the Fast SilverHealing Plaster that provides moist wound healing conditions are recommended to be left in place for up to two days or more in order not to interrupt the healing process.

It is a myth that keeping minor cuts and grazes uncovered and letting the air get to them helps them to heal faster. Research shows, however, that covered wounds heal more efficiently and have a reduced risk of infection. Elastoplast products provide protection until the wound is completely healed.

We recommend to contact a medical professional under the following circumstances:

  • if the wound is deep and causing major bleeding
  • if the wound shows signs of infection such as redness, warmth, pain and swelling.
  • if there are embedded foreign objects in it
  • in case of animal bites
  • if the wound is in the area of the face
  • if there is insufficient tetanus vaccination

Consult a medical professional if you have any questions or are uncertain about anything.

You should contact a medical professional if you recognise signs of infection. This is not only the occurrence of pus but also swelling, redness, heat, pain, itching or burning. In case of infection the wound will need medical care and special medical treatment.

If you have very sensitive skin we recommend to use Elastoplast Sensitive plasters or Elastoplast Sensitive SilverHealing plasters. These plasters are especially developed for sensitive skin and are very skin friendly.

Elastoplast offers a range of water resistant and waterproof plasters. Elastoplast Aqua Protect, Fast SilverHealing and Spray Plaster are all waterproof and will not fall off while washing or showering. All Elastoplast children's plasters are water resistant.

For injuries and wounds on fingers we recommend our special Elastoplast Finger Strips. These are especially designed to wrap around fingers.

Children