How to Remove Blemishes

Wondering if it's possible to remove blemishes? It most definitely is. There are a few different steps you can take to remove blemishes.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Acne Spot Treatment
• Gentle Facial Cleanser
• Baking Soda
• Dermatologist

1. It can be tricky to remove blemishes. The key to blemish-free skin is washing your face with a gently cleanser at least twice a day. Keeping your face clean will keep blemishes at bay.

2. After washing your face with a gentle cleanser, exfoliate your skin with baking soda. It's important to slough off dead skin cells so that your pores don't get clogged. Clogged pores = blemishes. You don't have to exfoliate every time you wash your face, but be sure to do it a few times per week for optimal results.

3. Next you should apply a spot treatment to any blemishes. If you don't have a spot treatment on hand, you should buy one, but you could also try dabbing some toothpaste directly on the blemishes and leaving it on overnight.

4. If you have tried these steps already and are still not able to remove blemishes, make an appointment with a dermatologist. They can prescribe stronger topical medications or oral medications for severe skin problems.

Tips & Warnings

• Exfoliate your skin gently. Too much scrubbing will only irritate your skin further.
• Wash your hands often and keep them off of your face.

[Susanh]

on 1/31/2009 I would have thought that by my age, blemishes would be a thing of the past. Thanks for these tips!

[jonandshan]

on 12/31/2008 I've never heard of using baking soda. thanks!

[sunshine11219]

on 12/27/2008 sounds like a good idea