Wash your hands
Clean the area with soap and water
Use tweezers sterilized with rubbing alcohol
Grip the thorn as close to the skin as possible
Pull it out slowly in the same direction it entered
If the tip is visible, use a clean needle to gently expose it
Wash the area again after removal
Apply antiseptic or antibiotic ointment
Cover with a clean bandage
Seek medical help if the thorn is deep, broken, or cannot be removed easily