Splinter
Splinters are objects that become embedded under the skin. Most often these are tiny pieces of wood, although glass, metal.
Tiny, pain-free slivers near the skin surface can be left in. They will slowly work their way out with normal shedding of the skin. Sometimes, the body also will reject them by forming a little pimple. This will drain on its own.
In an effort to bring a splinter to the surface, some people soak the area around it for a few minutes in a solution such as hydrogen peroxide, Epsom salt mixed with water, or baking soda mixed with water.
Removing Splinter with Hydrogen Peroxide
If the splinter is buried deep, cover the area with a hydrogen peroxide–soaked cotton ball or tissue. This may force the splinter to come to the surface, and it helps clean the wound. If part of the splinter is exposed, try removing it with a piece of duct tape or snagging it with a section of pantyhose.
Never try to pinch or squeeze a splinter out. This it could cause the splinter to break into smaller pieces and make it more difficult to remove.
Removing a splinter with Baking soda paste
Mix 1 tablespoon baking soda and 1 tablespoon of water. Apply the paste around the skin at the site of the splinter. Cover it with a bandage and leave it on for 24 hours. After 24 hours, the splinter may be closer to the surface of your skin, so you can try removing it with a needle and/or tweezers.
How to remove a splinter
Wash and dry the area.
Inspect the splinter.
Use tweezers to remove the splinter.
Use a small needle to remove the splinter.
Clean and apply petroleum jelly.
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