We’ve all been there, waking up to find the largest and most unexpected pimple on your face even though you follow a face care regime and watch what you eat! So, how do you handle it without making the problem worse? Follow our guidance so that you can deal with your breakout like a pro.
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Eat Right
Some studies have found that selenium may reduce acne breakouts when used with Vitamin E. It is found in Brazil nuts, eggs and fish.
Concealer or No Concealer
Avoid piling the concealer on it so that the pimple can resolve naturally. If you need to apply concealer, only put a dab over it as excessive concealer is as obvious as the pimple itself.
Fads Don't Work
Don’t follow fad ideas such as applying toothpaste or aftershave as you risk infecting the area and that will make the pimple grow, not go!
Cleanse Don't Scrub
Cleanse your skin, but don’t scrub it because that can make the pimple angry and sore. Avoid exfoliating the affected area until it has cleared, but keep cleaning your face as normal so that you don’t suffer an outbreak elsewhere.
Hygiene
Always wash your hands and face before touching a pimple, otherwise you risk transferring more dirt directly to the pimple.
Cold as Ice
Use a cold compress to reduce the swelling of a large pimple, or apply a warm pad to a pimple that has formed a head as this will help it heal.
Hands Off
No matter how tempting it may be, do not squeeze a spot or pick it when it is healing. Not only are you damaging the skin, but you are turning it into an open sore that will attract more dirt.
The Oldies Work Well
If you really want to put something on the pimple to help it on its way, then try witch hazel or aloe vera, which are natural remedies. Both have skin-soothing and anti-inflammatory properties and are often used in acne cosmeceuticals.