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wash your hands and the skin around the splinter with warm water and soap.

You can wash your hands with mild soap and some warm water for 20 seconds. [2]

You can wash the affected area with mild soap and water or use an antibacterial wash.

Dry your hands and the area around the splinter well before you try to remove it.

Before you begin removing a splinter,This can minimize the risk of spreading bacteria that may cause an infection.