1 If your bruise is causing pain, take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve). Read and follow all instructions on the label. 2  If desired, apply a natural product directly to the bruise.  Witch hazel may help heal damaged veins.
Also a big fan of linoleic oils! I have dry, dehydrated and acne-prone skin. From my own experience, it seems that linoleic oils such as hemp seed, rosehip (especially), passionfruit, and evening primose have helped my skin out the most when it comes to evening out the tone and diminishing active acne and scarring.
Conclusion. Mineral oil is often mentioned as a very popular and helpful lubricant and stools emollient. As we have discussed in the mineral oil article, there are more natural, more nutritive alternatives that do not exhibit any risk of long term use. Olive oil for constipation is one of the best alternatives. Olive oil for constipation can be helpful on its own for occasional cases of mild to moderate constipation. Although if constipation has become a way of life for you, it should be used as part of a more complete constipation protocol.