How To Get Rid Of A Hickey

Brush Area With A Soft Toothbrush

Simply brush the hickey with a soft toothbrush to break up the blood clots in the affected area. The bristles should be nice and soft to avoid scratching the skin. Individuals should be sure to apply gentle, consistent pressure to help disperse the old blood. This will need to be done a few times a day for five minutes for the full effects. It may be harder to get results with this method alone if the hickey is very big or dark purple. Some hickey veterans swear by the toothpaste method, so don't be afraid to treat a hickey like a tooth! Try using a mint-based toothpaste with this method to double the healing effects.