How To Get Rid Of Pimples

Maintaining good hygiene habits is the key to getting rid of pimples. Choose a facial cleanser designed for your skin type and then wash your face religiously. Going to bed without washing your face is like asking for more pimples. When you wash your face keep in mind that your pores respond to the temperature of the water. Warm water opens pores, allowing dirt and oils to be washed away. Cold water causes pores to close. For this reason it helps to use cold water as the final rinse in your cleansing routine. It is also important to moisturize, again choosing a product designed for your skin type. Even if you have oily skin, moisturizer is important and controls how much oil your skin produces.

These basic hygiene steps can both reduce current pimples and help prevent future breakouts. If additional action is necessary there are many over the counter spot treatments available for controlling pimples. Find one that uses either benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Both of these ingredients work on eliminating pimples. The combination of regular cleansing, moisturizing and spot treatments should help clear up pimples. There are also several home remedies that may help.

Home remedies for getting rid of pimples range from warm salt water to frozen spoons to toothpaste. It may sound crazy but the frozen spoon trick can work in a pinch when trying to disguise a pimple. Place a teaspoon in the freezer for at least fifteen minutes. After the spoon is thoroughly chilled, hold the outer portion of the bowl of the spoon against the pimple. The coldness of the spoon is what really helps, not in ridding yourself of the pimple, but in reducing the swelling and redness.

Another home remedy is to place cotton balls soaked in warm salt water over pimples for a few minutes, after which the pimple should be pressed flat with another clean cotton ball. According to this remedy, the salty soaked cotton ball should be rung out and held against the pimple for a minimum of three minutes. The clean cotton ball should be firmly placed against the skin and slowly slid across the problem area, as if pressing it away. Rumor has it the pimple will disappear.

If you are unable to get your hands on spot treatments, try dabbing a small amount of toothpaste over pimples as a home fix. Just remember to wash it off before venturing out into public, unless you don’t mind showing off a blue or green spotted face. The toothpaste will help pimples to dry up and disappear.

Whether you try one of these home remedies, or stick to the recommended cleansing routines and treatments, it is of utmost importance that you do not pop the pimple. Seriously, try to avoid touching the affected area unless it is to cleanse or apply medication. Popping a pimple can lead to infection and scarring, and should be avoided. If you feel you must pop a pimple, do so with two clean cotton swabs and clean the area before and after.

Last but not least, control pimples with lifestyle changes. Experts now recommend getting fifteen minutes of sun, three times a week. The sun on your face will help clear skin as well as encouraging the body’s serotonin production, which is a natural mood booster.

Factors that contribute to pimples should be avoided, especially stress. Try relaxation techniques, like deep breathing or meditation, to control stress.

Healthy skin also needs to remain hydrated from the inside, so drink plenty of water.

Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants to contribute to skin health. The overall health of your physical self contributes to the health of your skin.

Exercise, eat a well balanced diet and make sure to get plenty of rest. Getting enough sleep is one way to get rid of pimples, so make sure to schedule time for shut-eye. Adults need at least 7-8 hours of sleep per night, children and teenagers need even more.

Make sure to sleep on a clean pillowcase with a freshly cleaned face. Getting rid of pimples may not be achievable overnight but a regular habit of cleansing and moisturizing, along with proper rest and a healthy diet will lead to clear skin.

In the first video you can see different methods on how to get rid of pimples fast. The second video a doctor gives you another view on acne and pimples. I think it is a very interesting view and a good natural way to listen to your body and so cure the acne/pimples. The third video is from an youtube user about the Mario Badescu Drying Lotion. See for yourself!