It is the worst timing in your life, because everyone is definitely going to see your huge pimple at the party.
Quick, what's the best way to get rid of acne? Preferably as soon as possible, and without leaving any scars? Read on to learn the 7 tips for safe and fast-working pimple removal.
1. As hard as it is to resist, you must not pop, squeeze, pinch, or otherwise pick at your pimples. Yes, many of us would like to just rip those offending things off our faces, but you can't do it without spreading bacteria and scarring your face.
2. To reduce the pain, the awful swelling, and the redness, you need ice. Apply an ice pack to your face for 2 minutes every half hour. You should see less swelling and redness after this.
3. It may be possible to temporarily hide the pimple before you go to the party. Try putting on some concealer. If you're able to apply flesh-colored concealer, you'll not only hide the zit, you'll give your face a nice matte appearance.
4. This takes longer, but the best way to get rid of acne is to gently wash your face with a mild unscented soap or a specialized acne cleanser. Do this two to three times a day. Be sure to be very gentle. If you rub your skin too harshly, you'll aggravate your pimples and rinse away the natural oils.
5. You can also apply a cream or ointment that has benzyl peroxide or salicylic acid. There are plenty over-the-counter acne products that you can find that contain these ingredients.
You could use them for spot-control, or you can apply them to your entire face. But be careful if you have very sensitive skin, because these products can severely dry out your skin when used in excess.
6. Oil-free makeup is the best type of makeup if you have acne problems. Oil-free makeup doesn't clog your pores as severely as other leading types of makeup. Make sure that you wash your face of makeup before you retire at night.
7. If you have a day before that awaited social event, put a pea-sized drop of toothpaste on the pimple. This home remedy will calm down the irritation and minimize the redness.
You could also use lemon juice instead, which will have the same effect. Apply it with a cotton ball.
Follow these easy tips and don't take drastic action; that's the best way to get rid of acne. If your acne is a severe problem, try to schedule an appointment with a doctor or a dermatologist, who can recommend medication and a daily skin care routine.
