Pimples, blemishes and acne are the most universal skin care
complaints and can be a huge source of embarrassment. Contrary to
common belief, this problem is not exclusive to teens and adolescents.
Adults often experience acne problems after years of clear skin.
Treatment of pimples is somewhat tricky. While there's no quick,
homemade cure for those unsightly blemishes, putting a stop to major
breakouts will greatly reduce your discomfort and chance of scarring.
*Prevention*
Keep your face clean and don't overscrub it. This will only irritate
your skin and make you more prone to breakouts. Wash your face gently
twice a day with antibacterial or mild soap, perhaps three times a day
for acne prone skin. Do not use harsh soaps and fragrances as they may
aggravate pimples.
To avoid transferring bacteria and germs, clean your pillowcase,
washcloths, towels, make-up brushes and applicators frequently. Try
washing your make-up applicators in antibacterial soap or clarifying
shampoo. Keep your hair clean and out of your face. Along the same
line, keep your phone mouthpiece and writing instruments away from
your chin and clean them often.
Avoid wearing heavy make-up and always wash it off before going to
bed. Buy make-up specifically designed for your skin type and throw it
away after it's expiration date.
Wash your hands frequently and make a conscious effort to avoid
touching your face during the daytime hours. This is when you're most
likely to do it and you may not realize that it's a habit.
Any correlation to diet and blemishes is a myth. There is no proof
that greasy food and sugar will cause your skin to break out, however,
too much junk food can lead to health problems down the road --- so
keep your diet healthy.
It's best to keep your anxiety level down and get your beauty rest.
When you're under stress, do not neglect your skin care routine. Take
the time for preventive maintenance or your pimples will return with a
vengeance.
*Stopping Pimples and Blemishes*
Acne prone people are still going to experience pimples and blemishes,
even after the best skin care routine. After they appear, knowing how
to get rid of them quickly and sensibly reduces your chance of
scarring.
Use the preventive maintenance above, along with some pimple drying
techniques to shorten the life of your blemishes and breakouts.
If your skin is oily, use an over the counter cleanser that contains
salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to start the drying process. If
you're experiencing one of those painful "under the skin, cystic"
pimples, put a warm compress on it to drain it first, then dry it up
with benzoyl peroxide. Sometimes putting a small piece of tape on your
blemish overnight will help draw out the fluid and infection.
Another overnight home remedy for zapping a zit is to put a dab of
toothpaste (not gel) on it to help dry it out. You may need to test
this on a short-term basis to make sure it doesn't irritate your
pimple. Calamine lotion will have the same drying effect.
Aspirin is a painkiller and an anti-inflammatory drug. It can also be
used for drying out pimples. Put uncoated aspirin in a small bowl.
Crush with a spoon and add warm water to make a paste. Apply it to the
pimple and leave it on for several minutes. Rinse. You should notice
reduced redness and swelling. This also works on bug bites!
It's not recommended to squeeze a pimple, but the jury is still out.
While doing this makes you more prone to scarring and skin
discolorations, sometimes it's the only fast way to drain it. If
you're at the point where you feel the need to squeeze, consult your
dermatologist for treatment.
If blemishes persist, scarring needs to be prevented and there are
many useful products to put a stop to recurring acne and pimples. If
your blemish is gone and you have some discoloration but no scar,
don't fret. Chances are, it will fade with time.
*Reduce the Appearance of Spots*
Quick-fixes to reduce the appearance and redness of your pimples can
get you through the day. To lessen the swelling, some people swear
that hemorrhoid cream will do the trick overnight. Or, try putting an
ice cube on the spot for a couple of minutes before applying your
make-up in the morning.
To get rid of the redness, use eye drops specifically made to reduce
the redness in your eyes, (like Visene.) Give it some time so work and
cover your blemish with a concealer stick and a dab of pressed powder.
If your attending an important event such as a wedding, your
dermatologist can give you a cortisone injection 24 hours before the
event to quick-start the healing process.
*Treating Acne and Pimples on your Back*
While all of the above home remedies are affective for pimples,
there's no doubt, the back is difficult to treat without some help.
Invest in a good back-scrubber to get to the areas you can't reach in
the shower and always use clean, dry towels.
Ask for some help to apply some astringent to your back with cotton
balls after every bath and shower. Keep your bed sheets and mattress
pad clean. If you have discoloration but no scars, these too will
probably fade as time passes.
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