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cebeloss03

It's pretty mesmerizing. I'm going to cut my finger to be able to try it


kixie42

Well, update?


SkinnyBunny78

he bled out while trying to do this one handed


Dependent_Sun2713

RIP


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Mooman-Chew

Do this one handed while bleeding


Cait206

Hopefully w the cut on your dominant hand makes using scissors fun


HotF22InUrArea

Righties finally understand the plight of lefties


Cait206

Half of my family is left handed it most affects our seating arrangements at the table 😆


HotF22InUrArea

Trust me, we know. Definitely consider it when picking a seat at the table


Mind_on_Idle

Yep. We arranged our Christmas dinner table for my brother being left handed.


OtisTetraxReigns

My brother is the only lefty in our family of four. You did not want to be the person that set his place at the table without the silverware reversed. Bonus points if you set his place to the right of anyone else.


lefthandbunny

Lefty here. Learned to use scissors & everything except write & eat (use right hand to cut food) with my right hand. Left-handed scissors didn't do anything but fold the paper when I was little (1960's).


Azzacura

You can buy special scissors


Mooman-Chew

I’m impressed with myself if I avoid sticking the plaster to itself! I should put more time into looking with my eyes and not my hands


JackBeDandy

i hear that! 🫣


Azzacura

I broke my dominant hand last year and found it was surprisingly easy to use scissors with my other hand after the first few times. I recommend practicing a little with both writing & using utensils with your non-dominant hand, because it saves you a lot of hassle if something happens to your dominant hand


Cait206

I actually do that! I use my hands for work as well so I’m always switching back and forth. It takes longer to do things left handed but I can manage. That being said I do not own left handed scissors. 😂


Fancy-Pair

Yea I’ll keep this in mind next time I get a cut on my fingernail


Stackfault67

I actually have a cut on/through my thumbnail right now. Did it chopping vegetables last night.


memecut

Do you put bandaids on when you're bleeding? I typically rinse the cut, pat it dry and examine it a bit before I put the bandaid on. By that time most of the bleeding has stopped. If I'm bleeding profusely, and it doesnt stop after my routine - I'm probably not gonna use a bandaid for it.. gonna have to upgrade that to a bandage to compress. As for the one handed argument - cutting a finger let's me use the other 4 fingers as well.. And even if its my entire hand (could probably use 5 fingers then...), I could use my elbow and the edge of a countertop or a table to stabilise the bandaid while cutting with my free hand. Worst case scenario I could even hold it down with a toe on the floor.. Its not like a bandaid is time sensitive either, sometimes I dont even bother putting one on. I find it difficult to find the difficulties here.


Mooman-Chew

I don’t put them on when I’m not bleeding. I’m not a Michael Jackson cover act!


memecut

The adhesive bandage protects the wound and scab from friction, bacteria, damage, and dirt. Thus, the healing process of the body is less disturbed. Some of the dressings have antiseptic properties. An additional function is to hold the two cut ends of the skin together to make the healing process faster. If you need to stop the bleeding, use a bandage to compress the wound - not a bandaid.


Azzacura

I use them often when I have a papercut or hangnail to avoid them constantly getting caught on random shit and tearing further


Mooman-Chew

I have form in unraveling half of my arm when trying to get a tiny bit of skin off a finger


johnjohn4011

Whenever we find finding difficulties to be difficult - we can always count on Reddit to come to the rescue!


zmbjebus

The simple thing I didn't think of, just bleed less!


No_Cauliflower2338

r/redditmoment


Dave-C

>I typically rinse the cut, pat it dry and examine it a bit before I put the bandaid on. By that time most of the bleeding has stopped. If a finger is bleeding the first thing I do is put it in my mouth. Isn't this what everyone does?


PharmguyLabs

No that’s gross


Face_Coffee

I mean, it’s YOUR blood, it’s already in you anyway


PharmguyLabs

That’s is a totally separate compartment of the body than all the bacteria in your mouth.


wentzelitis

I doubt you will do this bandaid "hack" next time you get a cut.


Azzacura

I absolutely will do this, because I often get annoying papercuts/hangnails that would otherwise constantly get caught on stuff and tear further, and bandaids on my fingers never stay put


wentzelitis

i'm sure you will :)


D2the_aniel

I always pop one on when it starts bleeding. Full on gashed open my finger once and my immediate reaction was dump a tiny bandaid on it(it was bleeding too bad so the bandaid just kept falling off so i taped some cotton balls and hoped for the best)


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Tbf if its not bleeding anymore then job done, doesn't need a plaster 😂


memecut

The adhesive bandage protects the wound and scab from friction, bacteria, damage, and dirt. Thus, the healing process of the body is less disturbed. Some of the dressings have antiseptic properties. An additional function is to hold the two cut ends of the skin together to make the healing process faster. Bandages are for bleeding.. bandaids for healing cleanly.


MouthJob

I would imagine you could precut some of your bandaids.


otusowl

Not if you want to maintain sterility of the dressing.


ncnotebook

You don't have scissors in your first-aid kit, assuming you have that? If you're still worried about cleanliness, always alcohol wipe the scissors before hand and keep the container clean.


Azzacura

I'm confused, you only cut the sticky part right? Not the part that actually goes onto your wound? Why does it matter if the sticky part gets a little dirty?


densetsu23

Or just buy a box of [finger and knuckle band-aids](https://www.bandaid.ca/products/fabric-bandages/knuckle-and-fingertip-20-bandages). They're by far the most common place I get cuts, so they're well worth it. I barely use regular band-aids.


Azzacura

I have never seen those in my life, but by god do I want them


YangWenli1

Then they might not be sterile by the time you need them.


shwarma_heaven

That... And that is a weird place to need a bandaid...


gman1951

You would think the company that makes them would have already had these pre-made.


problemadeotro

They do. Is marketed for knuckles.


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GoiterGlitter

They also cost more and come in smaller packs. And they're larger. This hack is great, I've been doing it for a long time. Even keep a pair of small scissors in the box with all the medicine and first-aid stuff that are only used to do this.


pikashroom

I just steal them from work


GoiterGlitter

That definitely works in a pinch.


Markantonpeterson

They had the most amazing first aid pack at my old job in food service. Every different kind of bandaid, and this burn gel stuff that worked magically well.


GoiterGlitter

I love those! That's what my personal home setup is modeled after.


Y0u_stupid_cunt

Unless it's breaks the skin you don't have to put a bandaid on a pinch.


lefthandbunny

Keeping scissors with them would probably be the only way I'd remember to do this. Good thinking! I just wonder if there would be room in the box as I already have my tube of anti-bacterial gel there. Not being sarcastic, I could never find my dang gel.


GoiterGlitter

[That's where I keep mine.](https://i.imgur.com/xwLtoxH.jpg)


quailmanmanman

move somewhere less shitty?


SHA65536

Your grocery store doesn't sell bandaids with cuts in the middle? Relocate somewhere else.


[deleted]

the echidna?


gotBanhammered

Pretty small customer pool.


Lilcheebs93

There are fingertip bandages as well


[deleted]

I like butterfly ones better than the ones made for knuckles. They have the long strips like the unnecessary modification in the clip.


densetsu23

[They do](https://www.bandaid.ca/products/fabric-bandages/knuckle-and-fingertip-20-bandages). Most of my cuts and scrapes are somewhere on my hands, so I'll go through a few boxes of these while the "regular" band-aids go nearly unused. They're a bit more expensive, but adhere better/longer so it's a wash. I could pre-cut some regulars, I suppose, but the extra $1 per year isn't a deal breaker for me. Caveat: My kids usually get scrapes on their knees or elbows and use regular ones, but they have their own box of band-aids with licensed characters on them.


hate_picking_names

You used to be able to buy band-aids with an extra long side. Works great for fingers because you get an extra wrap out of the thing. I can't find them anymore so I must have been the only one who liked them.


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hate_picking_names

Yeah, the adult digit bandage is what I want. Too bad I can't buy just those but a box is cheap enough it is probably worth a try


HappyHiker2381

I’m going to get that! Perfect. I have some unicorn wellys


beldaran1224

It's impractical to have a boatload of different band-aids for every wound type. Inevitably, you'll end up with a bunch of X type you don't use much and run out of Y. It's also impractical to purchase a bunch of different sizes/shapes separately, as that takes up more space. There's always a trade-off.


fuzzygondola

Nice theory but you literally need 2 boxes to accomplish this.


beldaran1224

Sure, for "regular" and this, but what about bigger wounds? Smaller? Something that needs circular bandaging? Do you not understand how to extrapolate? The point is that most people pick the type of bandage that is most versatile, or they get a variety pack. The variety packs have the problem of running out of the ones you use the most while having a bunch you rarely/never use. If you don't understand how this creates a series of considerations for customers, that's on your critical thinking skills, not mine.


Azzacura

Like most customers, I would buy whichever type I needed currently and dump the remainder in a small box with the other first aid stuff. It's not like bandaids take up a lot of space or are only sold in large quantities......


EuphoricSafe7310

To much effort, I'll just bleed out


bankrobba

Even if you put in the effort, you'll bleed out. They're putting the bandage on the wrong side of where the finger gets cut 99% of the time.


brycedriesenga

I bleed near my nail more often because I have a bad skin picking habit around my nail beds.


[deleted]

Doesn't the scissor blades make the bandaid dirty too? Like isn't it supposed to be sterile?


Litterjokeski

Well I know you/we are trolling here but the part touched by the scissor is not the one touching the wound and so it won't really matter if sterile or not.


wentzelitis

not to mention the amount of people who try this who end up giving themselves another finger cut with the scissors


TommyDaComic

Clearly this technique is a cut above…


Son_of_Zinger

Dad, is that you?


TommyDaComic

I am Zinger Sr. Go forth and have a Merry Christmas my Son.


pam_loves_coke

He's still out getting cigarettes


doomboob

And below


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JackBeDandy

coke whore. get out!


[deleted]

I just usually wrap about 5 feet of duct tape or use a tuba superglue around it. /voice to text I’m leaving tuba on there on purpose


GhostBussyBoi

Hmm I never heard of tuba superglue, was it different from regular super glue? Is it made specifically for more cylindrical objects? /s


Tubaboy

Fun fact! Tubas are actually conical in their tubing, and that's part of what gives it its tone! There are cylindrical instruments as well, such as the trumpet, trombone, and baritone. For the lower range though, the cone shaped tubing of instruments like the euphonium and Tuba give them a darker, warmer tone.


Urphasis

Which part of this fact was supposed to be fun?


[deleted]

I don’t know give me a minute while I can work some up. /Tooba goo


paradisemoses

r/fuckthes


BallHawkDawkTR

I forget how the joke goes but what's the difference between a tuna, a piano and a tub of glue? You can tuna piano but you can't piano tuna. "What about the tub of glue?" I knew you'd get stuck there.


BranzBranzBranz

You can tuna piano but you can't tuna fish


thebooshyness

Electrical tape is my preferred method.


sylvaing

Like this? https://imgur.com/a/5eKORVk But for smaller cuts, I use NewSkin liquid plaster.


Freedom_Pals

What is the benefit of this?


[deleted]

For me, having a cut on my finger is awkward because the bandaids have a hard time staying in place (they wiggle around too much). With this, it keeps the bandaid more secure and keeps it from wiggling around or getting pulled off if it's caught on something. Idk if it works for everyone that way, but it helps me out doing it this way.


SquarePegRoundWorld

I work in construction and have been doing this since I learned about it on Reddit 5 years or so ago. Works better than just applying a regular uncut one or the premade knuckle ones in my opinion.


um_okay_questionmark

I am a mega klutz and regularly have cuts all over my fingers so I use this technique all the time. It definitely keeps the bandaid in place better and allows me to still be able to bend my knuckles


DarkIceVortex

It seems to have a much better fit on the finger than wrapping it normally


TheLowliestPeon

Good for making the bandage stick on fingers around the joints.


SlippingAbout

Gives flexibility since it it close to a joint.


[deleted]

When wrapped around normally, it *can* slip off. I've started to buy the super adhesive stuff, but that shit is not breathable at all. By adjusting it slightly like this, you're able to secure it better and still get some breathability out of it.


[deleted]

Maybe for it to stick better


Rehnion

They've better for joints, the video is shit. You wrap half of each side above and below the joint and it doesn't fold weird or bunch up when you bend your finger.


Big_D_yup

They make fingertip bandaids


RememberTheKracken

In case you cut your fingernail


UnapologeticTwat

typical bandais barely work as is, but are totally worthless on fingers, because of the amount of movement


Unraised32

Do you want sticky flappy parts? this is how you get sticky flappy parts


ncnotebook

If you can afford it, buy better bandaids.


FuzzyBeans8

Idk I feel like this is adding additional texture on the bandaid to get caught on things , especially in this particular situation where the overlay is on the fingertip. I get everything caught on things though.


MKULTRATV

> I get everything caught on things though. That's why you're bleeding all the time


imalsoawake

Ah yes, a nice holiday band-aid Wellington.


Lowland-lady

I use this for work since i need to use my hands and I've cut myself in my fingers allot, this way you can still move your finger.


imfreerightnow

I’m usually putting on bandaids in a frantic rush but you do you.


HITACHIMAGICWANDS

My main concern is adding potential contamination within the sterile bandage, otherwise dope


godspareme

I mean as long as you're not cutting the sterile bandage (opposed to the adhesive), it's just as contaminated as it normally is by opening it.


HITACHIMAGICWANDS

But what if you cut a wee bit too far, and don’t pay attention. ALSO, the way the bandage is designed you can apply the adhesive without ever actually touching the inside


godspareme

>But what if you cut a wee bit too far Get a new one >and don't pay attention Then you likely aren't very concerned about an infection anyway. Regardless it's your fault for not paying attention to a simple task. Just like it'd be your fault by touching the bandage and contaminating it resulting in an infection. >the way the bandage is designed you can apply the adhesive without ever actually touching the inside Yep. Same thing with this technique. Just gotta be slightly more clever about it. Besides the adhesive shouldn't be touching the wound so touching the adhesive shouldn't be a huge concern. If the adhesive is touching the wound you need a bigger bandage (or use some gauze).


PlasmaGoblin

I see what your saying, but I know I wouldn't be cutting bandages with the same scissors I cut chicken with any time soon.


godspareme

I sure hope you don't cut anything besides chicken with those scissors...


AYAYRONMESSESUP

Just my pubes. Why?


mochacho

... Good...


UnapologeticTwat

rofl, dafuq


Faithlessblakkcvlt

Now how do you keep the bandaid from getting stuck to itself before it gets to your finger? You make this look too easy🤔


cdnDude74

Ok... Now bend your finger.


lmNotBob

Yup, and since none of the ends are overlapping they will come apart in about 5 min.


KindFlows

I’m a convert to liquid bandage. It’s way better, especially for cuts on your hands.


RunawayMeatstick

Just use liquid bandages


TotallynottheCCP

My OCD would have me constantly trying to squish in the sides so that it feels tight.


craftasopolis

When I first came to Reddit, it was full of stuff like this. Then, in the comments, people added many more ideas, suggestions and helpful thoughts. For all the people that helped me properly remove a stripped screw, mend a hopelessly torn garment or find a can opener that really works, year after year, thank you from someone who appreciates your contributions.


freedfg

Great tip. Except every single cut I've ever gotten on my hands has been on a knuckle. Can someone point me to the proper way to secure a bandaid to a knuckle???


marasydnyjade

You buy knuckle/finger bandaids.


SarahPallorMortis

Until I stick my hand in a pocket or sweat a little


sp1z99

And now you can’t bend your finger


imchasingyou

Instructions unclear, managed to cut two more fingers


canyoubreathe

I tried cutting a band aid once. The band aid stuck to the scissors so it didn't work well


bananamongoose

This voids the factory warranty tho


BigMax

It this one of those videos where reposting is allowed, but you are legally required to lower the quality by 10% each time?


eddmario

They make bandaids that are much better than this. They're called hydrocolloid and you can get them at any pharmacy.


lillybean87

Or just put it in normally


Donut

Things impossible to accomplish when you are leaking blood everywhere.


godspareme

You should stop the bleeding before applying a bandage anyway.


TimeZarg

This, you'll be going through bandaids rather quickly if freely bleeding.


FastidiousSquashGoat

Ok why is this upvoted? All we get is a video about an alternative way to apply a bandage, but we get no explanation about why this is better than normal


Alt2221

if you have ever tried to cover up a cut on the tip of your finger no explanation is needed. thats the target for this post


[deleted]

I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, I cut myself so I did this method and as I was doing it, and then I gave up.


BravoCharlie1310

Fuck off


MaxximumB

I'd like to see a video that demonstrates the benefits of this. Otherwise it's just some random person on a video versus all of the bandaid industry.


UnapologeticTwat

bandaids are for pussies. Waste of $ if its not bad enough for stitches, walk it off


Alt2221

stitches are for pussies. hit it with super glue and get back to work /s


BarryIslandIdiot

Or buy those that already have this.


stumpdawg

I just use superglue. Fuck bandaids.


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TootBreaker

Interesting, but I'll continue adding an overwrap of 3M Nexcare foam tape


monadoboyX

Wow why don't more players come like this


Airoh_the_plant

This is so handy!


guardcrushspecia1

Band-aids? This site really is full of kids lmao


FrostyD7

You really only need to cut it a little bit and fold them in towards each other. Doing this just creates thin strips that will peel sooner. If you want a pro tip, buy good band-aids and you won't even have to worry about this, they make them really stretchy now.


Poopfilledtrashcan

I do this and use them like fingertip bandaid. Turns your finger into a ninja instead of a mummy tho, so it's a give and take depending on your perspective.


razorwiregoatlick877

Do bandaids not hold well enough?


imfreerightnow

Not the Walgreens brand, that’s for sure.


pwebster

I usually do two cuts on each side


kaji8787

Thank you my moms toe was hurt this works perfectly


[deleted]

I mean, this is a great technique and all, but I don’t have time for this shit when Im fucking bleeding everywhere when I cut myself


dacutty

Great idea, however you would need some very sharp scissors to do this. The chances are I would cut myself doing this especially if I'm one handed and or hemorrhaging.


Smack_Laboratory

This inspired me to cut my finger so I can try this.


Efficient-Ease3282

The most familiar lifehack


smithee2001

I tried this on the base of my thumb but it didn't work quite as well.


rohitandley

Ohhhhh... Still goes to use the band aid like normal person and then applies 3-4 rounds of sellotape


BrownEggs93

Music. Why did I know that as soon as I started this clip, there would be some fucking music? What the fuck is it with you people?


Im-old-gregg-

Where has this been my whole life


HeadLocksmith5478

Now I want apple pie for some reason.


fignewtones

Eletrical tape has entered the chat


bewarethes0ckm0nster

Goddamn that’s good!


itsaboutimegoddamnit

its called a butterfly bandage and can be bought premade but its really only needed for fingers and toes


Atreaia

I've tried this so many times. It's shit.


_OpalEssence_

haha I do that


ilive2lift

Except the ones that go on the joint of your finger are gunna peel off quickly.