How to Clear Under the Skin Pimples

Under-the-skin pimples are also known as cystic acne or acne nodules. They are often extremely painful, pus-filled lesions that occur deep within the skin, and, as a result, are quite difficult to cure with basic acne medications like benzoyl peroxide. To clear under-the-skin pimples, prescription medications and chemical facial peels are necessary, and are best done under the supervision of a dermatologist.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

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   Visit a dermatologist. A skin-care professional like a dermatologist must examine your skin to determine which types of treatments and medications are best for clearing your under-the-skin pimples.

2. Get a glycolic acid or alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) peel. This is a chemical peel that clears under-the-skin pimples by causing the damaged layer to blister and peel off, revealing smooth, healthy skin underneath.

3. Try Accutane, which is a powerful oral acne medication that works from within to clear under the skin pimples. It must be prescribed by a dermatologist and taken under his supervision.

4. Have the under-the-skin lesions drained by a dermatologist. This is a minor surgical procedure in which the pimples are cleared by cutting them open and draining the bacteria.

5. Try a cortisone injection. This is an injection administered directly into the under-the-skin pimples by a dermatologist to destroy bacteria and quickly heal the lesion. This is the best treatment if you only have a few of the pimples.

Tips & Warnings

• Discuss all treatment options with a dermatologist before undergoing treatment. Following any of these treatments, moisturize your skin daily with an oil-free moisturizer to prevent excessive drying of the skin.
• Stay out of the sun following these treatments, to avoid burning your sensitive skin.

Resources

• More Information About Acne

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