Quick Ways to Get Rid of Acne
Acne--the word conjures up visions of the dreaded spots. They come in many colors and sizes, and to people of different ages. No one is exempt, and there is no perfect one-size-fits-all treatment. But here are some things to try to see if they will work for you. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Wash your face and other affected areas with a cleanser made for acne-prone skin using a clean, soft washcloth. Use warm water and a gentle moving pressure for a minute or so and rinse well with room-temperature water. If needed, use a moisturizer made for acne-prone skin. Some people report that using aloe vera is soothing and healing for skin with acne.
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Keep your hands and fingernails clean. Try not to touch the affected area. Treat it as you would a wound--carefully.
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Do not try and pop a pimple using brute force. If a gentle push doesn't work, leave it alone and let it rest. Handling acne and pimples will make them redder and stand out more, and could cause swelling.
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Put ice on the affected spot or area for several seconds. This may calm the inflammation and reduce redness, making the spot less noticeable.
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Dab concealer on the pimple to make it look smaller and less red. Some concealers have acne medicine added to them to work at getting rid of the acne while covering it up.
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Use a prescribed medicine from your doctor or dermatologist, such as Retin A. It was originally formulated to treat acne, and just a dab will help dry the pustules and bring down the swelling and inflammation. The drying may cause some flaking, but that can be remedied using a recommended moisturizer.
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Get several minutes of morning or afternoon sunshine on the skin. Some people claim that the bacteria causing acne will be destroyed by the sun's rays, thereby healing the acne.
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Tips & Warnings
Try to eat and drink healthy to maintain good skin condition. Many people find eating less sugar to be helpful.
Try relaxation to lower stress hormones, which may help condition the skin.
Use sunscreen made for acne-sensitive skin as recommended by your professional.
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