Yes, rubbing a chilled spoon on a hickey, especially in the first day after it appears, can help reduce its size.
How a Spoon Can Help a Hickey
A hickey is essentially a bruise caused by broken capillaries under the skin. Applying something cold, like a chilled spoon, helps constrict these blood vessels and reduce blood flow to the area, which can minimize the size and appearance of the bruise.
Here's how it works, based on the reference:
- Cold Compress Action: The chilled spoon acts as a cold compress.
- Reduced Blood Flow: It slows down the flow of blood from the broken capillaries.
- Bruise Size Reduction: This, in turn, may help reduce the size of the bruise (hickey).
How to Use a Spoon for a Hickey:
- Chill the Spoon: Place a spoon in the freezer or refrigerator for about 30 minutes to get it cold.
- Apply Directly: Apply the chilled spoon directly to the hickey.
- Gentle Pressure: Use gentle pressure while rubbing the spoon over the affected area.
- Repeat as Needed: Repeat the process several times a day for the best results.
Using a chilled spoon is most effective when done soon after the hickey appears. While it may not eliminate the hickey entirely, it can certainly help to reduce its size and severity.
