The Tea Tree oil and Benzyl peroxide 5% Duo is the most effective cold sore TOPICAL treatment, period. When you feel the tingling sensation near your mouth or facial structure (see prevention), which signals the oncoming cold sore, apply tea tree oil on that spot immediately. It is like an cold sore abortion, the pus is simply killed in the process of formation.

Tea Tree Oil and benzyl is also the most EFFECTIVE topical cure after the cold sore has ballooned into an unsightly blemish. Tea Tree Oil is the strongest anti-blemish topical that exists on the market today. The penetration into the coldsores literally kills (no other word for it) the redness and pus inside.

Expect to take 24-48 hours for Tea Tree Oil to eliminate the blemish completely after the Cold Sore has blossomed.

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It is always best to apply near the beginning of the outbreak. (Please note for severe cases of outbreaks, the treatment may not work as well)

2. Abreva

Abreva is high in effectiveness when it comes to ColdSores. It is due to strong penetration and high levels of chemicals within these products that cut off Cold Sores. It is recommended for fast relief treatment, .and is the best option and most recommended by ColdSores outside of Tea Tree oil + benzyl

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3. Releev

These Releev creams are most effective as preventive measures. When the tingling sensation hits, applying these would greatly reduce chance of an outbreak. Releev is also VERY high effective in getting rid of the physical appearance of coldsore. Best bet for 24 hour treatment is Releev.

Post outbreak, these creams will reduce the herpes lifespan to about 5-7 days. Not the best option for a quick fix. Why use these, when there are a ton of tea tree oil products out there on the open market?