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• Method 1 of 3: Using quick home remedies
• Method 2 of 3: Using medicinal products
• Method 3 of 3: Preventing new breakouts
• Tips
• Warnings

Everyone gets blemishes that can cause irritation and redness. The redness of a pimple is basically an inflammatory response and not a scar. Inflammation helps to renew tissue and is a normal part of the body's healing response, but it can be annoying when you have inflamed areas on your face and everyone can see them. Fortunately, there are home remedies that can help soothe or hide the inflamed, red spots until your blemishes heal.

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Method 1 of 3: Using quick home remedies

1. Ice the pimple to soothe the inflammation. Wrap a few ice cubes in a thin, clean cloth and place the cloth with the ice on the pimple. Keep the ice pack on the pimple for 5-10 minutes, several times a day if necessary. However, leave your skin alone for at least two hours before putting ice back on the pimple to avoid possible damage.
   • Be careful not to put too much pressure on your skin. Using too much pressure can cause the pimple to pop, making the area more red and spreading bacteria.
   EXPERT TIP

   Place a slice of cucumber on the pimple. Cucumbers naturally have a cooling effect and mild astringent properties that can help reduce swelling and redness. Cut a thin slice of cucumber and put it on your pimple for 5-10 minutes.

   • For the best results, use a cucumber from the refrigerator. A cold cucumber is more effective against inflammation than a warm cucumber.
2. Make an aspirin mask to reduce redness. Mix 4-5 crushed uncoated aspirin tablets with a little water to make a paste. Gently apply the mask to the inflamed area with a cotton swab and rinse when dry.
   • Do not use an aspirin mask if you are allergic to aspirin, if you are taking a medication that may interact with aspirin, or if you have a condition that prevents you from taking aspirin.
3. Make a yogurt and honey mask to soothe inflammation. Mix equal parts of plain full-fat yogurt and honey. Apply a thin layer of the mask to all inflamed areas of your face. Leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes and then rinse with warm water.
4. Place a warm washcloth or warm compress on the pimple. Ice can temporarily reduce redness, but a warm compress will help soothe long-lasting inflammation. It can also open your pores so that the skin oil and bacteria can get out through the head of the pimple. Hold a warm compress against the pimple for 10-15 minutes. Apply a compress to the pimple up to four times a day to make sure it disappears.
   • To make your own warm compress, soak a washcloth with water that is hot, but not too hot to the touch. If you've just made some tea, you could even use the tea bag.
   • Use a mild facial cleanser after the warm compress. Washing your face removes some of the oil and bacteria from the pimple caused by the warm compress.
   • You can also put a few drops of tea tree oil or lavender oil on the compress to help reduce inflammation.
5. Apply green concealer to quickly hide the redness. If you have limited time to soften the red skin around a blemish, apply a small amount of green concealer over the blemish. Wipe the concealer with a clean make-up brush or sponge, then apply a very thin layer of transparent powder so that the concealer stays put. The green color neutralizes the red discoloration.
   • Green concealer will not suit most skin tones perfectly. You will need to apply a little foundation or concealer in the color of your skin over the green concealer.
   • Concealer can hide the redness of a blemish, but you will not be able to hide the bumps and raised areas caused by blemishes. However, some concealers contain salicylic acid to gradually fight acne.
6. Hide the pimple with clothing or accessories. With clothing and accessories you cannot soften the redness, but you can make it less visible. If the pimple is on your body, cover it with a piece of clothing. If it's on your face, use an accessory like sunglasses to hide it.
   • If you have long hair, you can also try styling it so that it covers your pimple.

Method 2 of 3: Using medicinal products

1. Use a topical that contains salicylic acid. You can get over-the-counter topicals containing salicylic acid at most drugstores and pharmacies. Apply the topical to your pimple. The acid will dry the skin oil on the area, so that the pimple becomes less red.
   • With topical agents, it may take several hours to days for the pimple to heal completely, but the redness can quickly disappear.
2. Dab an acne cream containing benzoyl peroxide on the pimple. Benzoyl peroxide kills the bacteria in pimples. Because the bacteria also cause the redness, such a cream also helps to make the redness disappear.
   • Read the cream packages to find one that contains benzoyl peroxide.
3. Use eye drops to treat your blemishes. There are several types of eye drops for sale that are intended to treat red eyes. These eye drops can also help remove redness from acne. Put a few drops on a cotton swab and dab the remedy on your pimple to treat the area as best as possible.
   • You can also soak a cotton swab with eye drops and freeze it. Gently apply the product to the cotton swab. The cold will suppress the inflammation.
   • Eye drops do not treat the pimple themselves. They only help to partially remove the redness.
4. Use an over-the-counter remedy for red skin. Many drugstores sell creams and other topical treatments for red skin. These agents are intended for light to moderately red spots and make discoloration disappear within 12 hours. You can ask a staff member which product is right for you, especially if you have sensitive skin or use other topical agents.
   • Biodermal and Eucerin have various products in the range that combat red skin.
5. Use hydrocortisone cream to temporarily subside the redness. Hydrocortisone cream is usually used for itching, but it can also help reduce redness. Dab a small amount of the cream on the pimple itself.
   • Know that hydrocortisone cream is only available by prescription.
6. Use a clay mask to dry out blemishes. Mix 2-3 tablespoons of clay powder with enough water to make a spreadable paste. Apply a thin layer of the mask on your face and let it dry completely. Then rinse your skin with warm water. Before applying, add a few drops of tea tree oil to the mask to help combat acne even better.
   • You can buy clay powder at most drugstores and health food stores, as well as on the Internet.
   • You can also buy a ready-made clay mask. You can find this on the shelf with bath products at a department store or drugstore.

Method 3 of 3: Preventing new breakouts

1. See a dermatologist if you keep getting new breakouts. You can get new breakouts for a variety of reasons, such as the hormones in your body and environmental factors. If you cannot control those factors yourself, talk to a dermatologist. Your dermatologist can help you create a holistic treatment plan that includes diet and lifestyle changes, a new or improved skin care routine, and acne medications.
   • A doctor is the only one who can prescribe stronger medications when over-the-counter remedies and home remedies do not help treat your acne.
2. Wash your face daily with a good facial cleanser. Washing your face every day removes dead skin cells, oil and bacteria that cause acne. Look for a facial cleanser specifically designed for acne prone people. Your dermatologist or doctor can recommend remedies that are right for you.
   • Try to wash your face 1-2 times a day. If you use makeup, at least wash your face at the end of the day to remove your makeup. Try not to wash your face too often, as this can cause acne breakouts.
   • Don't scrub too hard or use a rough tool like a loofah or washcloth to wash your face. You can do this with your hands or a facial brush. Gently pat your face dry with a towel.
3. Use a toner after washing. Put the toner on a cotton pad and wipe it over your face. The toner removes the residue of dirt and makeup that is still on your face and balances the pH of your skin. The agent also ensures that your pores close.
   • You can buy toner at the drugstore and supermarket.
4. Moisturize your face daily. After washing your face, apply a moisturizer, gel, or lotion. This helps to replenish the moisture deficiency caused by washing your face. Even if you have oily skin and blemishes prone to blemishes, moisturizing can help reduce the amount of oil your face produces and reduce blemishes.
   • There are a lot of different moisturisers out there, so you may have to experiment a bit to find one that works for you. For best results, look for a moisturizer suitable for your skin type (oily skin, combination skin, etc.).
   • If you're prone to breakouts, look for a non-comedogenic moisturizer. Such a remedy is specially formulated to prevent your pores from getting clogged.
5. Keep your skin hydrated. A moisturizer will help keep your skin hydrated, but you can do more. The best you can do is to take precautions such as avoiding cold and dry air, avoiding prolonged exposure to hot water and chlorinated water, and using products that do not contain alcohol. Also, make sure you drink enough water and wet your skin often enough.
   • Many doctors recommend drinking at least 3 liters of water per day for men and 2.2 liters for women.
   • During your day, use a facial spray to moisturize and protect your skin from the outdoors. In very dry weather, you can even use a humidifier to keep your skin happy.
6. Make sure your body is getting enough vitamins. Research is still ongoing, but some studies show that certain vitamins help fight inflammation and make the skin healthier. Well-known vitamins that are said to make the skin healthier include:
   • Vitamin A.. Vitamin A is an antioxidant, which means that it helps limit the amount of harmful molecules or free radicals. These molecules can damage skin cells and cause the skin to age prematurely. Foods high in vitamin A include carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, pumpkins, apricots, and cantaloupe melons.
   • Vitamin C. Vitamin C plays an important role in the production of collagen, one of the building materials of the skin. Studies also show that vitamin C has anti-inflammatory properties. Foods high in vitamin C include guava, citrus fruits, kale, broccoli, kiwis and strawberries.
7. Exfoliate your skin weekly. Exfoliating is the process of removing old, dead skin cells from the top layer of skin. Exfoliating your skin 1-2 times removes dead skin cells that cause breakouts and stimulates cell turnover to keep your skin looking fresh and healthy.
   • Exfoliate after washing, but before applying toner.
   • There are many manual exfoliants such as facial scrubs and chemical exfoliants such as enzyme wipes. However, if you are prone to breakouts or have sensitive or older skin, opt for chemical exfoliation. Scrubs can irritate and even damage your skin.
   • If you have oily skin or breakouts easily, exfoliate your skin 2-3 times a week.

Tips

• Dermatologists do not recommend using toothpaste to dry out blemishes. This old home remedy can irritate your skin and make the problem worse.
• Lemon juice is a common home remedy for blemishes, but it can burn your skin, cause scars and discoloration, and make your skin more sensitive to the sun.
• If you can, don't squeeze your pimple.
• Wash your hands well if you really want to squeeze a pimple. Then squeeze the pimple with a tissue. Afterwards, apply a dollop of antibacterial cream to the area to remove bacteria.
• Hydrocolloid dressings can clear squeezed pimples.
• Add a few drops of tea tree oil to your face mask or moisturizer. The oil will help dry out the pimple.

Warnings

• Squeezing a pimple can cause a scar. You can also spread the dirt, grease, and bacteria from the pimple over your skin, causing new blemishes to form.