The majority of blisters heal on their own within one to two weeks. Continue the activity that created the blister until it has healed. Dermatologists propose the following treatments for blisters: Cover the blister with tape. This stops moisture from coming in contact with skin and prevents further irritation. Tape should be removed after the blister has healed to allow for normal skin growth. If you have sensitive skin, wear gloves when removing tape. Do not pop a water blister. This can lead to infection if bacteria get inside the wound. Wait for the water blister to heal on its own before moving on to the next step. If you don't mind getting wet, soak a cloth in cold water and lay it over the spot where the blister is forming. This numbs the skin and reduces pain. Soaking the cloth in ice water also reduces the chance of getting a bacterial infection. After three months, there's a slight chance that you might see some remnants of your former glory days. But most people are lucky enough to recover fully without any problems at all.