How to get rid of pimples?
When pimples appear, it can be difficult in many ways. This is mainly because there are so many different types of skin blemishes. Before we discuss how to get rid of pimples, we first need to understand the types of pimples that exist. This will help you determine the best treatment options over time.
Types of Skin Blemishes:
Whiteheads – Technically also called closed comedones. They form a whitehead at the tip of the pimple and do not hurt the skin.
Blackheads – Known as closed comedones, they break the surface of the skin, causing bacteria to react with oxygen and turn black.
Papules – Infection causes skin pores or hair follicles to appear on the surface of the skin. These papules are usually soft to the touch.
Pustules – Very similar to papules, but usually look redder and contain pus.
Nodules – Caused by an infection in a pore or hair follicle deep below. You will find that they do not break the surface of the skin and can feel hard, enlarged, and painful.
Cysts – If treated with force or pressure, they tend to leave scars. They are deep below the skin and form large amounts of pus in the membrane. You need to make sure you clean them regularly because they can get infected.
If you’re looking at this list and wondering where a pimple belongs, the term papule or pustule generally means either a blackhead or a pustule, depending on the size and sensitivity to touch. Now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s start exploring how to get rid of pimples in the easiest and most effective way possible.
How can you get rid of pimples overnight?
Like any blemish, it’s almost impossible to get rid of pimples overnight, but you can speed up the healing process and keep your pimples under control. Here are some of the best ways to shrink the size of your pimples so that they’re less noticeable in the morning.
Warm compresses
If you apply a warm compress to a pimple, the area softens and the pus comes to the surface. You should keep the compress on for 15 minutes at a time. If a pimple develops to the point of climaxing, it’s important not to press on it, but rather let the area clear the pus on its own. To apply a warm compress, take a clean washcloth and rinse it in warm water. Do not use water that is too hot as this can damage the skin.
Ice Packs
If you find that your pimples are too deep under the skin and painful to touch, apply an ice pack to reduce inflammation and calm the redness. This is an especially effective method for skin imperfections such as cysts and nodules.
Topical Treatments
There are many products specifically designed to treat pimples, many of which contain active ingredients. The best treatments recommended by dermatologists and skin experts are salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, retinol, tea tree oil, and popular AHAs such as lactic acid and glycolic acid. Depending on the severity of the rash, you can use products that need to be applied topically to the active area or in serum form.
Keep Your Skin Clean
It is important to keep your skin clean. Therefore, remove all traces of makeup before going to bed to prevent excess product and bacteria from entering the pores. Use a skin-friendly cleanser and consider using a toner with active glycolic or lactic acid to remove dead skin cells.
With the above methods, you will notice a significant improvement in your pimples. It will be smaller, less red, and easier to cover if you want to use makeup.
How to Prevent Pimples?
Using the methods I mentioned earlier, such as ice packs, hot compresses, can make a pimple pop quickly. You can also book professional appointments, such as facials, regularly tailored to your skin concerns and needs. You will also find that if you need to remove a blemish, it is best to seek the help of a trained professional as this will not cause any skin damage compared to self-treatment.
How long does it take for a pimple to go away?
This actually depends on how deep the infection or bacteria is in the layers below the skin. For example, if a pimple has not yet formed, feels hard and painful to the touch, it can be expected to last for nearly 6 weeks. This is because it is too deep in the layers of the skin and takes time to reach the surface before it can be professionally removed or healed with a skin care routine containing effective skin ingredients.
