Get Rid of a Pimple

While there are ways to avoid acne, you may get that one pimple in the worst imaginable spot, and it's like you're walking around with a giant bulls-eye on your face. Well, here's how to single out that one pesky zit and make it disappear ASAP.

Steps

 * 1) Do not touch or pop the pimple. It will only make the pimple more obvious and risk infection and scarring. Instead, take up the following routine, twice a day, until it disappears.
 * 2) Wash your hands thoroughly before you touch your face.
 * 3) Wash your face gently but thoroughly with a mild, medicated soap and warm water.
 * 4) *The water shouldn't be steaming hot it should be just a little warm
 * 5) *Do not use a washcloth, as the scrubbing action could distribute bacteria to other parts of your face. Use your hands.
 * 6) *Wash for about 30 seconds.
 * 7) Pat your skin dry with a towel.
 * 8) Apply a benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid topical cream on the pimple. If the spot is under the skin surface and hurts when touched, use benzoyl peroxide. Salicylic Acid should work well for all other acne spots.
 * 9) After topical treatment is dry, apply a basic face moisturizer (preferably allergy-tested, fragrance free, and oil free). Without moisturizing, the skin around the pimple can dry and irritate your skin, possibly making the pimple more inflamed and noticeable. Some contain a mild sunscreen, which is often recommended with some acne washes and medications.
 * 10) Cover the pimple with medicated concealer (optional).
 * 11) Dermabrasion removes the redness. A simple natural home remedy for this is to use the skin inside of an egg shell. Google "dermabrasion with eggs".
 * 12) Learn how to prevent acne in the first place, so that you stop that next monster pimple before it even starts.
 * 13) Moisturize daily.
 * 14) Put cleanser on a tissue tape it to the zit over the whole night then the next night do the same but with toothpaste. If you mix bag balm, lotion, and toothpaste and put on the pimple, the pimple will clear up faster. olive oil has also been proven to reduce the size of pimples

Tips

 * Wear sunblock (oil-free) on a sunny day, as pimples are raw skin and sunburn will worsen it.
 * Hands off your face! Do not touch or pick at your spot; this will not help it to go away faster.
 * Homeopathic alternatives include tea tree oil, baking soda paste (mix with a little water, apply and let dry), and witch hazel.
 * Try putting ice on it for about 20 minutes to help shrink it or go in a chlorine filled pool (which may dry out the pimple).
 * If infection starts to occur, consult your doctor/dermatologist.
 * Drink water.

Warnings

 * 2.5%, 5%, and 10% Benzoyl-Peroxide Solutions (washes and creams) are available. For some people, 10% is too strong and irritates the skin. For others, lower strengths are not effective enough. It may be helpful to start with 5%, go up to 10% if you're still breaking out and go down to 2.5% if your skin gets dry or irritated
 * You may prefer not to use rubbing alcohol. It may sting or and dry and irritate your skin. Burning or stinging may be a sign that you are over-drying your skin and need a moisturizer or a weaker acne product.
 * If you cover your pimple with make-up, choose carefully. This could trap oil and dirt, especially if the makeup has moisturizers. (Using a hypoallergenic makeup, an oil-free makeup, or a medicated makeup may help)
 * You should cleanse (and maybe exfoliate and moisturize) your skin twice daily. Go to an expert for a skin consultation to find out what strength of soap and clarifying lotion you should be using for your skin type. Or use trial and error.
 * Benzoyl-Peroxide Solutions cause drying underneath your first layer of skin which may take away the zits but will leave dry and irritable skin underneath which can lead to itching and possibly may even give you a rash. If your skin over-dries after the pimple is gone, try some gentle face lotion such as Dove.
 * Popping pimples can result in permanent scars and is not recommended, especially for larger pimples.

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Avoid Acne
 * How to Get Rid of Bacne
 * How to Get Rid of Acne
 * How to Pop a Pimple
 * How to Make Your Own Acne Treatment
 * How to Get Rid of Scars and Cuts Left by Acne
 * How to Remove Pimples Using Floss and Mouthwash
 * How to Get Rid of Acne on Your Chest and Back