How to Create a Hot Compress for Acne

Most people often associate acne with being a teenager. However, adult acne can surface too. It is nothing to be ashamed of. Of course, it is natural to want to reduce or eliminate acne. There are multiple ways to battle the acne demon. One of those methods is to create a hot compress for acne. This helps "steam" impurities out of your skin by deeply cleansing the pores. Read on to learn how to create a hot compress for acne.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Facial cleaner
• Towel
• Bowl
• Hot water
• Face cloth

1. Wash face.

   Wash your face in your usual manner. Pat dry with a towel.

2. Add water to bowl.

   Put some hot water into a bowl.

3. Face cloth dipped in hot water

   Dip the face cloth into the hot water and wring out some excess. Or dampen a face cloth and pop it in the microwave. Start with 15 seconds. You might need a longer or shorter time, depending upon your microwave. Handle carefully when taking it out of the microwave.

4. Apply face cloth

   Place the entire face cloth over your face, testing it to make sure it feels or or very warm, but not too hot. You might want to lay down or lean back in a comfortable chair.

5. Cover with towel.

   If you like, cover the face cloth with the dry towel, to help hold in the heat.

6. Repeat the process.

   When the face cloth feels as though it is cooling down, repeat Steps 3 through 5 a couple more times.

Tips & Warnings

• After using a hot compress on your face, an excellent next step is to put on a clay masque to draw out even more impurities. When you use a hot compress, it brings the impurities to the surface. A clay masque will grab onto the excess oil and dirt and then rinse it away.