
I’m excited to share with you a post today that’s all about staying confident even when you’re battling a cold sore. Some of my closest friends are cold sore sufferers and I know the toll they take on their confidence. That’s why they turn to Abreva® cream at the very first sign of their cold sore to heal it fast! The median healing time is 4.1 days, but you could heal it in as few as 2.5 days when used at the first sign. Read below to discover other simple ways you can keep your confidence high.
Now, let's be honest: I know that what I just wrote sounds like a made-up sponsored line in a sponsored post, but I'm not kidding. Before I started writing this post, I actually called my mom to ask if she'd heard of Abreva® cream, and she said and I quote, "Yes! I've been using it for years. We make sure to always have a tube handy." My mom gets the worst cold sores, and I know the toll they take on her confidence.
So there you have it. Abreva® cream is the only non-prescription cream approved by the FDA to shorten the healing time of a cold sore. But let's be honest: all I need to know is that my mother approves. Amen.

This holiday season, stay confident and free from cold sores by avoiding these common triggers: fatigue, stress, dry air, and UV rays.
You could knock out your cold sore in 2.5 days*. Only Abreva® cream can do it, when you treat at the first sign**. Try Abreva® cream during your next cold sore! Click to learn more about Abreva® cream.
*Median healing time 4.1 days. 25% of users healed in 2.5 days.
**Among over-the-counter products
I was compensated for this post, but all opinions are my own and my mother's.

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Heeeey Amanda!!! Hope you are well!! xo
Oof. There was one year I had a cold sore right around my lady time for five months straight. It was annoying. Abreva was actually exactly who I turned to. Now, I just get dry skin on my legs (like, real bad) and I use Vaseline lotion religiously twice a day.
Staying confident in the winter? It's all about snug sweaters, down comforters, and finally being able to blame static electricity for my bad hair days!
I've only gotten a cold sore once in my life and Abreva is what I used!! Luckily it does work SUPER quickly. To stay confident I use that and then make sure my hair looks extra cute while that sucker heals ;)
I've never had a cold sore, but I get nasty dry and flaky skin in the winter. So...I guess you could say that moisturizing like a mad woman makes me feel like not as much of a leper in the winter months. :)
I LOVE Abreva. Wouldn't go without it. How I stay confident in the winter is to always keep a pair of gloves in every coat pocket so my hands are never in the cold naked!
I would say use Abreva and some concealer to stay confident
elena150980@yahoo.com
https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/539892678716948480
elena150980@yahoo.com
Dang, I posted and it disappeared.
Soooo... One time, right before teaching COR 101 for the first time, I got FOUR COLD SORES at once. Those poor freshmen--I was monstrous. I have Abreva everywhere, but I also have buckled and have an outrageously expensive prescription cream AND pills. Just in case. Sigh.
Use concealer to stay confident.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
tweet:
https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/539951075214635009
My tip is to use any effective treatments and continue to have a healthy diet so you can look and feel your best.
kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom
tweet
https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/539953234295549952
kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom
I've never had a cold sore, but lotion is my friend in the winter, along with chopstick/ Burt' s/ eos.
My best tips are to wear your favorite lipstick, use concealer, and smile a lot. Don't let a cold sore change your attitude or personality or confidence. You are worth so much more than your looks.
tweet https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/539964180745687040
Staying confident...a well stocked pantry so I can just stay home?? My family gets the worst cold sores (and now sadly, I have passed it on to my son). We would always steer clear of anyone who had one for fear of 'catching it'--though I never thought that was really true! Haven't been using Abreva because of pregnancy/nursing, but I miss it! I had a bunch right after I delivered. It was misery.
And isn't your mom a beauty! So much alike you are.
My tips for staying confident through cold sore season is using a great balm on my lips, makeup always works to cover any blemishes, and Abreva helps to get cold sores to disappear.
Nicole.ddziedzic at gmail dot com
tweeted it here: https://twitter.com/lil_lady_dz/status/539971538347241472
Nicole.ddziedzic at gmail dot com
I stay confident through the winter cold sore months by using abreva.
heather hgtempaddy@hotmail.com
To help me stay confident through Cold Sore season I use Abreva which really works and put on a good concealer and nice lipstick!
jewelwood55(at)gmail(dot)com
Tweet Entry
https://twitter.com/JewelWood/status/540145732238733312
jewelwood55(at)gmail(dot)com
catch it early at the fist signs
I try to control my stress when I feel one and catch it early.
reklaw422 at Hotmail dot com
The most important thing is to treat at the first sign of a cold sore so it goes away quickly. That would make me confident.
Tweet
https://twitter.com/clc408/status/540235932683612160
I don't get them, but I have been told by numerous people who do that Abreva really works!
Have you changed your header recently? I really like it! Thankfully I've never had a cold sore.
Hopefully never get one! I've never had one before and hope it stays that way. I do like to keep my lips moisturized, especially in the winter!
chambanachik(at)gmail(dot)com
I use Abreva, that and concealer is all you need.
Tweet: https://twitter.com/OneFrugalGirl/status/540681491626610688
onefrugalgirl AT gmail DOT com
Smiling! People never notice the flaws when you smile at them. Happiness makes the world go round.
onefrugalgirl AT gmail DOT com
I've never had a cold sore, but I have some friends who do and they are no fun.
I'm lucky enough to have not had a cold sore yet but in the winter, I always make sure to keep my lips moisturized so they don't get chapped.
prettyinhotpink6 at gmail dot com
Tweet: https://twitter.com/PrettyHotPink6/status/540960609475366912
Thankfully for me, it's actually been decades since my last cold sore, but I remember how important it was to boost my immune system to lessen the frequency of outbreaks. So I'd say get plenty of sleep and eat properly to stay healthy and confident during cold sore season.
[notheranneother {at} gmail {dot} com]
Here's a link to my tweet about your "Mother Approved" blog post and the Abreva promotion:
https://twitter.com/NotherAnneOther/status/541250037162856449
Thanks!
[notheranneother {at} gmail {dot} com]
I use a humidifier at home to help with the dry air.
madelinebrubaker {at} gmail [dot] com
Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/541334933310955520
madelinebrubaker {at} gmail [dot] com
keep moisturized and catch/treat it early!
m8usi at yahoo dot com
I would use Abreva and some concealer to stay confident.
s2s2 at cox dot net
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/541358278953795584
s2s2 at cox dot net
First thing I do is get the Abreva out - minimizes healing time.
thank you
barbara (dot) montyj (at) gmail (dot) com
Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/541694875989594112
I stay confident by taking more vitamin c and zinc to support my immune system.
tweet https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/541706323436388352
I stay confident by using Abreva and drinking lots of water.
Eat fruit and drink water help me a lot to get through cold sore season.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/541807446189039616
I haven't had cold sore but I do get chapped lips. I use Aquaphore for that. vandenbossche3@hotmail.com
https://twitter.com/618mom23boys/status/541981497134034946
vandenbossche3@hotmail.com
I haven't had a cold sore in years. I'm not sure if it helps, but I try to brush my teeth and use mouthwash. I try to live a healthy lifestyle as much as possible.
i use abreva.
https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/542133231730962432
tina19820115@gmail.com
realize that others dont pay as much attention to your flaws as you do pryfamily5@gmail.com
I tweeted https://twitter.com/thepryfamily2/status/542871374813859840 pryfamily5@gmail.com
My tips for staying confident through cold sore season is to use a spf lip protection on your lips! my4boysand1@gmail.com
I tweeted my4boysand1@gmail.com
https://twitter.com/my4boysand1/status/542895861676933121
Stay healthy and drink lots of water.
I've never had a cold sore (*fingers crossed*) but I feel great in general when I exercise!
Use a humidifier . chedeb5353@hotmail.com
I focus on the positives, eat a healthy diet, wear some decent make up and a nice outfit.
mummytotwoboys@yahoo.com
https://twitter.com/mummytotwoboys1/status/543959037616746496
mummytotwoboys@yahoo.com
Use concealer, Abreva and hold your head up!
bingomamanorma at gmail dot com
I've never had one, but I have had medication induced swelling that gave me the neck of a football player - so I threw on a scarf and moved on :) Life is too short to sweat the small stuff.
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
PAMPER YOURSELF & STAY RELAXED- CONFIDENCE COMES IN MANY FORMS afjackly@oakland.edu
TWITTERED! https://twitter.com/kytah00/status/545269673378738176 afjackly@oakland.edu
I learned that squeezing can make it worse! Aside from that, I stay confident by getting out the Abreva and concealer!
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 AT gmail DOT com
tweet--https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/545699422286643201
wildorchid985 AT gmail DOT com
I use Abreva, continue on with life, and try not to think about the cold sore.
Abreva, healthy diet & plenty of rest is key!
I luckily don't get them! But my poor mother gets them constantly. I always just tell her to put on a burqa!
I use Abreva if I get a cold sore and also I use a concealer.
Thanks so much.
rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/peg42/status/547018344348393472
Thank you
rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com
staying confident through cold sore season...never really had to deal with cold sore now dry skin >>Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter...Awesome stuff
Use a concealer with a creamy texture, not a liquid. These concealers are usually sold in small jars, tubes, or compacts, and are very concentrated.
https://twitter.com/Attea2d/status/547073833984086016
I don't ever remember getting a cold sore.
staying calm and a great cover-up
tvollowitz at aol dot com
Treat it with Abreva , don't talk about it and wear lipstick.
Thankfully I don't get them, but If I did I would use Abreva to treat it.
austma7@aol.com
Use Abreva as soon as you feel the tingle so that it doesn't last as long. I try to get plenty of rest as I usually get them when I get worn down. Thank you!
crystalfaulkner2000 at yahoo dot com
Use Abreva to stay confident.
I don’t get cold sores, but I would use concealer and Abreva if I did.
I try to eat healthy, drink plenty of water and do my exercises each day.
I like to wear chap stick on my lips and moisturizer on my skin
https://twitter.com/klp1965/status/547544409051373568
I medicate and then just pretend it doesn't exist. Maintain my confidence by ignoring it since there isn't anything else I can do about it lol :)
anastasia2013@gmail.com
Tweeted :) - https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/547644682579091457
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I try to minimize stress as a rule, drink plenty of water and not push myself when I'm tired. Thank you for the giveaway!
I tweeted--https://mobile.twitter.com/DonnaJacoby2014/status/547772788258258944.
I've never had a cold sore, but I would use Abreva and some concealer to stay confident.
My email is redaurelie(at)gmail(dot)com
My tweet https://twitter.com/AurelieRed/status/547803312603414528
My email is redaurelie(at)gmail(dot)com
to stay confident, just know cold sores can be treated and yo will take care of it if you get one
stigay at comcast.net
Knock on wood, but I have NEVER had a cold sore.
Use the right treatment quickly to keep it under control
I take Vitamin C and Zinc and keep my lips covered with SPF lip balm!
Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net
Lots of preventative care!! Daily Vit A, C, and zinc. Recognizing symptoms as soon as they start!
I stay confident through cold sore season by taking preventive measures. I moisturize daily and use Abreva at the first sign of a cold sore.
elizzzzzabeth at yahoo dot com
I tweeted! https://twitter.com/Ladies_Lounge1/status/548470613099020288
elizzzzzabeth at yahoo dot com
Makeup to cover it up and Abreva to get rid of it!
Getting enough sleep, exercise and lots of water.
A really good liquid concealer will cover it up and boost your confidence.
momof3chaos at gmail dot com
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/MRSMEIER5627/status/548757011932786691
momof3chaos at gmail dot com
I stay confident through the holiday season by taking vitamins and eating healthy
I take vitamins and if I do get a cold sore..Abreva is my go to medicine..it works well and fast.
i always use abreva...because it works wonders!
https://twitter.com/raggammuffin/status/548877313459249152
I use Abreva at the 1st sign of a cold sore and it works for me!
I have to keep lip balm on when it is cold and/or windy otherwise I am sure to get a cold sore. When I get one, I try not to wear red or pink, those colors seem to make my lip look worse by bringing out the redness! No amount of concealer or lip gloss camouflages it so I try to look my best and not worry about it! sonyadmorris@gmail.com
Link to tweet:
https://twitter.com/catholicfanatic/status/548973892270706688
Thank you! sonyadmorris@gmail.com
I keep lip balm handy to keep my lips moist and once I have one I stay positive knowing in only a few days it will be gone.
Using Abreva at the sign of a cold sore lessens the length and severity of the cold sore
I always have lip balm on hand.
Get outdoors, stay busy, don’t dwell on a cold sore. Medicate (or/and) conceal it and relax. It won’t last forever.
karin56381 (at) gmail.com
I'd would try to conceal the sore as much as possible and medicate.
Keep the abreva handy and use it at first sign of any issue.
I use lip balm, concealer and treat asap!
Shiebs24 at gmail dot com
https://mobile.twitter.com/shiebs24b/status/549300850867179521
I rarely get cold sores but I appreciate your tips on common triggers to avoid of fatigue, stress, dry air, and UV rays.
tweeted https://twitter.com/klynn6161/status/549323797158178816
I do get cold sores occasionally. I can tell when one is coming on because I can feel the tingling sensation before it erupts. If I use Abreva right away it never gets to the full blown stage.
willitara [at] gmail [dot] com
Tweet - https://twitter.com/willitara/status/549325868724531200
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I have never had a cold sore but if I get one I will use Abreva right away.
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
Tweet:
https://twitter.com/Janetfaye/status/549361195325464577
janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com
Just keep your skin as clean and healthy as possible, so that small blemishes just aren't that noticeable!
coriwestphal at msn dot com
Tweet: https://twitter.com/coriwestphal/status/549382137728602114
coriwestphal at msn dot com
Stay hydrated, lip balm often, get rest and low stress.
Moisturize your skin well every night and use lip balm as often as needed.
Tweeted! https://twitter.com/pixel_berry_pie/status/549422635189563392
The fastest healing treatment for cold sores is a simple white paste toothpaste. Cover the cold sore with the toothpaste over night. A dentist told me this trick and it really works.
https://twitter.com/smilekisses/status/549491513382535168
My tips are staying well hydrated and keeping my lips moisturized. If I do get a cold sore, I just try not to worry about it and pick at it which makes it worse.
Stay hydrated use lip balm - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com
It is nice to know that treatments like Abreva are available. I am lucky and rarely have them, but my daughter uses it when she needs to.
Treat as soon as possible and cover with makeup if possible
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
tweet https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/549712318196494338
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
Hydrate and moisturize!
I've never had a cold sore. But I'd say to stay confident wear a cute pair of earring so people notice them instead of your cold sore!
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
I always take my cold fighting vitamins to keep these away! Vitamin C and my Multi Vites!
supergirl198296(at)yahoo.com
Tweet: https://twitter.com/femalebiker21/status/549772723115655169
supergirl198296(at)yahoo.com
Now that the holidays are over I try to stay Stress free to keep the cold sores away.
Cover it up with foundation Rosanne rosans4@comcast.net
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/rosannepm/status/549792858203783168 Rosanne rosans4@comcast.net
i been using abreva for long time
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/549814531237875714
My tip is to wash hands, use abreva
JOE GERSCH
JOEBISSY@MAIL.com
I treat as soon as one starts with abreva
https://twitter.com/eaglesforjack/status/549968301531475968
Drink lots of water and keep your hands away from your face, because your hands have germs
I try and keep my lips hydrated with chap stick and if I get a cold sore I treat it with Abreva as soon as I notice I am getting a cold sore.
https://twitter.com/MelissaShirley2/status/550026951771963393
Use lots of lip balm, drink lots of water, and apply Abreva!
dmarie824 at aol dot com
tweeted - https://twitter.com/dmarie824/status/550043256990347265
I stay confident with eating healthy and good concealer.
I Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lisalmg/status/550047595813294080
I try to stay hydrated and that includes my lips. I use lots of Chapstick, and Abreva if I feel the tingle of a cold sore coming on.
eswright18 at gmail dot com
https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/550056576292102144
eswright18 at gmail dot com
I stay confident knowing it won't last too long, stay hydrated as well as I can.
Stay confident by having Abreva on hand ahead of time for when you do get a cold sore. The faster you can start treatment, the better.
I tweeted at https://twitter.com/tsmith61008/status/550084880298549249
don't let it bother me
sherri crawford
i say treat it with abreva, do your make up like regular, and then have your confidence as usual. we all have imperfections, so just forget about them.
sherricrawford70atyahoodotcom
i just dont worry about it and use abreva at the first sign of a cold sore.
fmd518 at gmail dot com
I try to stay hydrated and get lots of vitamin c.
Using lip balm along with keeping my skin and face moisturized
tweety800265(at)yahoo(dot)com
https://twitter.com/disneyfan40/status/550121768191410177
tweety800265(at)yahoo(dot)com
i stay confident by using abreva at the first sign of a cold sore!
debbiebellows (at) gmail (dot) com
i posted a tweet here:
https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/550122495919923200
debbiebellows (at) gmail (dot) com
Stay confident by realizing everyone gets a cold sore sometime or another!
I always have abreva on hand! It helps to take care of the cold sores!
I tweeted!
https://twitter.com/ClairFreebie/status/550144842375106560
My best tips are not to agitate it, keep it clean, and don't worry it will be gone in no time! THANKS!
moisturize, don't pick at it, and keep abreva on hand!
ashleyandshea@charter.net
I tweeted! =)
https://twitter.com/lilahshea/status/550150572427333632
ashleyandshea@charter.net
I just remind myself that I'm not the only one to ever have a cold sore and that this too shall pass.
jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com
I tweeted the giveaway as @jlsc123 (Jill Myrick) located here:
https://twitter.com/jlsc123/status/550157015377387520
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I stay confident by staying hydrated, using lots of lip balm and treating any cold sored e\with over te counter medication.
I try to start treating the cold sore as soon as I feel it starting to get rid of it ASAP.
motioncitycutie@aol.com
I stay hydrated and use lip balm. I buy otc medicine if needed.
POKERGRL8 at gmail.com
https://twitter.com/aes529/status/550329239388839936
POKERGRL8 at gmail.com
I stay cold sore ready with Abreva! tracietrump40@gmail.com
I tweeted as @tmt121172 on 12/31/14 tracietrump40@gmail.com
Use concealer to stay confident.
rounder9834 @yahoo.com
tweeted
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/550363127968440321
rounder9834 @yahoo.com
I think the most important thing is to NOT stress about it, as that will only make it worse, literally. Just do what you can to cover it or minimize it and go on with things as if it is not there. The less you think about it, the better!
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/550370647193317376
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
link to my tweet:
https://twitter.com/thrincor/status/550387091083755521
kacor7@hotmail.com
I stay confident through cold sore season by knowing that I'm healthy,
I take vitamins daily and rarely get sick but if I should get a cold sore I know there
is Abreva to save the day!
kacor7@hotmail.com
I make sure my lips stay hydrated. Thankyou
candieluster(at)gmail(dot)com
I try to stay hydrated as much as possible and use lots of lotion.
wlbellows at gmail dot com
Tweet: https://twitter.com/electricstar/status/550391765140656128
wlbellows at gmail dot com
Get plenty of rest and remember to use hand/face lotion. sleveene@hotmail.com
Abreva and plenty of rest makes better
https://twitter.com/momsfocus/status/550432427340873728
I keep stress low and pampering high.
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