Remove Pimples Using Floss and Mouthwash

Removing pimples can be a huge pain and special cleansers and solutions can be expensive to buy. However, there is an easy way to remove problematic pimples using two commonly found bathroom items, dental floss and mouthwash.

Steps

 * 1)  Locate the pimple you wish to remove, preferably one in an easy to reach spot like your face.
 * 2)  Cut off a fair length of dental floss or dental tape; 20-30 cms should be sufficient.
 * 3)  Wrap the floss around your two index fingers as though you are about to floss your teeth. Make sure the floss in the middle is tight.
 * 4)  Place the floss right next to pimple and in a scraping motion, draw the floss along the surface of the skin and through the pimple. The pimple should be removed (If not continue to perform this step).
 * 5)  Draw the floss through the pimple again to remove any residue.
 * 6)  Discard the floss in a rubbish bin (You can reuse it again for another pimple, but it is advisable to only use this technique for only one to avoid infection).
 * 7)  Wash the area of the pimple with warm water and wash your hands with soap.
 * 8)  Open your bottle of mouthwash and dab some onto your fingers by placing a finger or thumb on the bottle and inverting vertically so that the mouthwash makes contact with your skin.
 * 9)  Place this finger with the mouthwash on the pimple. This will stop any bleeding and disinfect the area. Mouthwash has a lower alcohol level than rubbing alcohols so will not irritate, but will have roughly the same effect.
 * 10)  Recap the mouthwash and leave the pimple to rest. You may wish to wash the area later with a cleanser, but by and large, the pimple will be removed with minimal swelling or redness.

Tips

 * The best places to perform this are on your forehead, but painful areas such as your lips or temples will be fine as well.
 * Follow all usual hygienic steps after removing the pimple.
 * This method may not work for acne.
 * Flatter pimples, or ones which have not yet broken through the skin properly, may require extra attention to remove and may hurt - it is best to wait for them to develop more before removal to minimize pain.

Warnings

 * Do not use dental floss which you've used to floss your teeth! This can cause infection of the pimple due to the bacteria in your mouth.
 * Remember to wash your hands after removing the pimple - you don't want any part of it being put in your mouth wash!

Things You'll Need

 * Dental floss or dental tape (Tape may work better due to its waxed finish).
 * Mouthwash (Any type will do).
 * Access to a sink and mirror.

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Get Rid of a Pimple
 * How to Get Rid of Pimples Naturally
 * How to Clear Pimples and Facial Marks With a Natural Indian Treatment
 * How to Manage Pimples and Still Be Beautiful
 * How to Erase a Pimple Scar
 * How to Get Rid of Acne
 * How to Get Rid of Bacne