Vaseline[1] X Research source Baby oil Vegetable oil[2] X Research source Salt water
If you are using Vaseline, take a pea-sized amount and rub it around and on the bandage with your finger. If you are using an oil, soak a cotton swab and use it to cover the areas all around the bandage, especially the adhesive ends. [3] X Research source If you are using salt water, mix up a teaspoon in a gallon of warm water and soak the entire area. Sometimes simple warm water will do the trick. Giving the baby a bath may be enough to loosen the bandage so that it will come off easily (or even fall off in the tub). [4] X Research source
This small raised tab will give you better control when you remove the bandage. If neither side of the bandage comes loose easily, apply some more of whichever substance you’ve chosen and wait a little longer, then try again. [5] X Research source
If the bandage is still firmly adhered, you may not have waited long enough. Reapply and wait.
This may also feel good for baby, hopefully eliminating any discomfort you may cause.
