Reviewers Praise This $7 Healing Salve as a Versatile Miracle

Hyland’s Naturals Prid drawing salve (known for its ability to 'draw' out impurities) is a petroleum jelly-like balm that has been a homeopathic remedy for over 50 years. Dr. Brendan Camp, a New York City-based, board-certified dermatologist, notes that the formula includes active ingredients like calendula, which is anti-inflammatory, sulphur with antibacterial properties, and ichthammol, a sulphur-rich compound that helps reduce inflammation and draws moisture into the skin. 'This ability to attract moisture softens the skin and makes it easier for foreign bodies to exit,' says Camp. Another ingredient, echinacea angustifolia, is believed to enhance the skin’s immunity, which may help prevent infection after injuries like splinters. This combination of natural ingredients promises to treat everything from embedded splinters and ingrown hairs to superficial scrapes and bug bites. One reviewer even claimed it helped them avoid picking at their pimples, preventing further skin damage. The salve has received numerous glowing reviews, with users praising its effectiveness. You can check them out or stock up so you’re prepared the next time you need it.

“I had an ingrown hair for over two weeks, and it was getting worse each day without any sign of improvement. I thought I might need to see a dermatologist. I followed the suggestions here and applied a bit of Prid under a bandage, changing it every 12 hours. After just the second night, the hair's base had somehow come to the surface without any extra effort. Highly recommend!” —Amazon customer “Recommended by my husband's grandma when my toddler got a splinter. I applied it to the splinter, put a bandage on, and it came out easily when I removed the bandage. No odor, and my picky toddler didn’t mind it. Super easy to use.” —Abby Malatek “This works wonders! It stopped me from picking at my skin. It draws out the problem in a way that's easier to manage, rather than rupturing your skin to get to a zit. It even works for cysts!” —Amazon customer “Since moving from California to Florida, I’ve dealt with mosquito bites and those sneaky fly bites here in Central Florida. I needed something quick for relief, and I discovered Hyland’s Salve by chance. It’s been a complete game-changer for my skin. It starts working almost instantly, and the consistency is like Vaseline, making it easy to apply. Plus, it's nearly odorless, which I love. Honestly, this salve beats calamine lotion. It feels like it sucks out the irritants, almost like a vacuum. I’m definitely keeping this in my emergency kit—it’s the best for bug bites.” —MaiisLife