Dr. Gohara suggests using a damp, chilled cloth soaked in ice water—not direct ice—to avoid cold burns. “A bag of frozen peas wrapped ... that may trap heat or clog pores. Peeling is dead skin, the ...

Yes, generally, ice should be used in the first 24-72 hours after a soft- tissue injury, when the aim is to minimise the effects of swelling and inflammation. It also provides some pain relief.