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Is salt water good for cuts?

Updated: 9/27/2023
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Yes.

Probably, it depends on how bad the cut is, and the cleanness of the water you are swimming in.

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It can be a good home remedy for cleaning them out, but the salt in them will make the cuts sting quite a bit.

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