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• To step
• Part 1 of 3: Thoroughly cleanse your skin with steam
• Part 2 of 3: Using herbal remedies and home remedies
• Part 3 of 3: Cleanse your face
• Tips
• Warnings

When you think of a pimple, you may immediately see a closed blackhead, an open blackhead, or a large, painful-looking pus-filled pimple in front of you. However, some pimples form deep below the surface of the skin and look like large, red bumps without a cup. The subcutaneous pimples are nodules or pockets filled with sebum (skin fat) and cellular debris. They can be painful and, like other pimples, form along your nose, on your forehead, neck, chin, cheeks, and even behind your ears. Clean and steam your skin thoroughly to quickly heal subcutaneous blemishes.

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Part 1 of 3: Thoroughly cleanse your skin with steam

1. Heat and prepare the water. Fill a one-liter pan with water and boil the water for one minute. Add one or two drops of the essential oil, or use half a teaspoon of dried herbs per liter of water. Essential oils can help your body get rid of subcutaneous blemishes quickly or get to the surface of the skin so that they heal faster. Some essential oils can even prevent breakouts. Boil the water for another minute after adding the essential oil. Choose one of the following oils:
   • Spearmint or Peppermint Oil: These types of oil contain menthol, an antiseptic ingredient that can boost your immune system. Peppermint has an irritant effect on some people, so start with one drop per liter of water.
   • Marigold Oil: Marigold promotes the healing process and has antimicrobial properties.
   • Lavender Oil: Lavender is a soothing, soothing herb that can help with anxiety and depression. It also has antibacterial properties.
2. Test the oil on your skin. Because essential oils come from plants, before you can steam your face, you will need to test whether your skin is sensitive to these plants. Put a drop of the essential oil in question on your wrist and wait 10 to 15 minutes. If you are sensitive or allergic to the oil, you will likely see a mild rash that may also be itchy. If you are not sensitive to the oil, you can use it for your steam treatment. If you are sensitive, test another oil to use.
   • Don't forget that you can become sensitive to an herbal oil that your skin did not react to at first. This is why it is important to always test whether you are sensitive to a certain oil.
3. Steam your face. Turn off the stove and remove the pan. Pigtail your hair so it doesn't get in the way and drape a large, clean cotton towel over your head. Bend over the steaming pan so that the towel hangs down the sides of your face and blocks the steam. Close your eyes, breathe normally and relax for 10 minutes. Rinse your skin with lukewarm water and pat it dry with a clean towel.
   • Make sure you keep your face at least 12-40 inches from the water so you don't burn yourself.
   • To steam your face again the same day, simply reheat the water until it starts steaming. Steaming opens your pores so that you can remove the dirt and oil from deep inside your skin. This allows the subcutaneous pimple to come to the surface of the skin.
4. Apply a moisturizer. Make sure your skin retains the moisture from the steam treatment by applying a moisturizer. Select a non-comedogenic agent. This will not clog your pores or cause more breakouts. Hydrating also helps prevent skin damage and keeps your skin soft and supple.
   • If your skin is sensitive to the products you use, look for a moisturizer that does not contain fragrances and dyes.

Part 2 of 3: Using herbal remedies and home remedies

1. Apply a warm compress. Because the pimple is located deep under your skin, it will take longer to rise to the surface and heal. To speed up this process, use a warm compress to ensure that the subcutaneous pimple comes to the surface of the skin. Wet a cotton ball or cloth with hot water and place it on the blind pimple for a few minutes. Do this three times a day until the subcutaneous pimple has come to the surface.
   • You can also wet a cotton ball with hot herbal tea that contains peppermint, lavender, marigold, or thyme.
2. Use an ice pack. If the subcutaneous pimple makes your skin red, inflamed, and painful, put an ice pack on it for up to ten minutes. This will help soothe the swelling and make it easier to apply concealer when getting ready in the morning. The subcutaneous pimple will also hurt less.
   • Always wrap a thin cloth around the ice pack. Never place the ice pack on your skin like this, as this can damage the delicate skin tissue.
3. Use green tea. Use a lotion containing 2% green tea extract to reduce your acne. You can also soak green tea tea bags in warm water and place them on the subcutaneous pimple for a few minutes. The tea has an astringent effect, causing the skin to absorb the pimple again or the pimple to come to the skin's surface where antibacterial herbs can kill the bacteria.
   • Studies have shown that green tea helps treat a variety of skin conditions.
4. Dab tea tree oil on the pimple. Dip a cotton ball or cotton swab in undiluted tea tree oil. Apply the oil to your subcutaneous pimple and do not rinse the oil away. The tea tree oil can soothe the inflammation that caused the subcutaneous pimple, so that it heals faster. Studies have shown that tea tree oil also has antimicrobial properties.
   • More studies need to be done to determine how well applying tea tree oil works to treat bacterial and viral infections.
5. Make an herbal mask. Create an all-natural blend with antibacterial, astringent and healing properties. Mix 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of honey with 1 egg white (which holds the mixture together) and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice (which has a bleaching effect). If you don't want to bleach your skin, use witch hazel, which helps reduce inflammation. Add half a teaspoon of one of the following essential oils and stir well:
   • Peppermint Oil
   • Spearmint oil
   • Lavender oil
   • Marigold oil
   • Thyme oil
6. Apply the mask. Apply the mask to your face, neck or wherever you have subcutaneous pimples. Let the mask dry on your skin for 15 minutes. Rinse the mask gently from your skin with lukewarm water. Do not rub your skin when rinsing off the mask. Pat your skin dry with a clean cloth and apply a non-comedogenic moisturizer.
   • If you only want to apply the mixture to specific areas instead of all over your face, dip a cotton swab into the mixture and apply it only to your subcutaneous pimples.

Part 3 of 3: Cleanse your face

1. Choose a mild cleanser. Look for a mild, non-abrasive herbal product that states on the packaging that it is non-comedogenic. This means that the cleanser will not clog your pores, which is one of the main causes of acne. Many dermatologists recommend using glycerine, grape seed, and sunflower oil. Also, do not use cleaners that contain alcohol. Alcohol dries out your skin, irritates your skin and can damage your skin because alcohol removes your natural skin oils.
   • Don't be afraid to use oil to cleanse your face. You can use non-comedogenic oils to dissolve your skin oils.
   • Wet your face with lukewarm water and use your fingers to gently apply the cleanser to your face. A washcloth or sponge is too aggressive. Resist the temptation to scrub your face. Pat your face dry with a soft towel and apply moisturizer. Wash your skin only twice a day and after you sweat.
   • Cetaphil is a mild, reliable cleanser you could use.
2. Wash your face. Apply the cleanser to your skin with your fingertips. Do not use a washcloth or sponge as this can irritate your skin and make acne worse. Rub the cleanser into your skin in gentle circular motions, but be careful not to scrub. Scrubbing and exfoliating can leave tiny cracks and scars in your skin.Wash your face twice a day. Pat your face dry with a soft, clean cloth.
   • Never pick, squeeze, or touch your pimples. This can cause new blemishes and scars and slow your skin to heal.
3. Do not use harsh skin care products. There are many skin care products and treatments available, but not all of them are mild on the skin. Avoid harsh skin care products such as astringents, toners and exfoliants. Do not use products containing salicylic and alpha hydroxy acids, as these will dry out your skin. Beware of over-the-counter exfoliants. Only dermatologists are allowed to perform certain skin treatments to prevent damage to the skin.
   • Make-up can aggravate blemishes and acne under the skin. It can clog pores and cause skin irritation from the chemicals and mixtures makeup contains.
4. Take a shower or bath every day. Get into the habit of washing your skin every day by taking a shower or bath. Wash more often if you sweat a lot. Take a shower after exercise or at least rinse your skin.
   • Excessive sweating can make subcutaneous blemishes and other forms of acne worse, especially if you don't rinse your skin right away. Your sweat can get stuck under your skin.

Tips

• The cause of acne is unknown, but testosterone, decreased fatty acids in the skin, inflammation, bacterial infections, reactions to chemicals, smoking, and diet are all thought to play a role in the development of acne.
• Stay out of the sun and don't use the tanning bed. The UVB radiation can damage your skin cells.

Warnings

• If you have mild acne and the blemishes don't get better after a few days, make an appointment with a dermatologist.
• If you have moderate to severe acne, see your dermatologist before treating your pimple yourself at home.
• Your skin may be more sensitive to sunlight if you take certain medications, especially acne medications. These may include antibiotics, antihistamines, anti-cancer drugs, heart drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and anti-acne drugs such as isotretinoin and acitretin.