NARRATOR: Eight of 10 people
in the US have the virus that
causes cold sores.
These painful blisters can make
you self-conscious,
but don't let them ruin
your day.
Here are three things to help
you hide a cold sore.
Number one, ice.
It's a fast way to reduce
redness and swelling
so the cold sore is less
visible.
Wrap a few pieces of ice
in a clean cloth or towel, place
it on a sore for five to 10
minutes several times a day.
Not only will it help get rid
of the redness,
it'll feel better too.
Number two, cotton swabs.
Forget your ears.
These can be used to apply
makeup to cover a cold sore.
And since a cold sore is
contagious, you can throw it out
afterwards instead of ruining
more expensive sponges
and brushes.
They're handy for makeup,
medicine, or even an itch.
But remember, no double dipping.
Number three, cold sore patches.
If putting makeup right
over the cold sore
isn't working, try a clear patch
first.
You'll find these
at your local drugstore.
They cover the cold sore
while it heals.
You can apply makeup
over the patch and you'll barely
notice it's there.
Even better?
You'll forget
about the cold sore too.
And there you have it.
Three things to help
hide a cold sore.
