Comments on: How to Treat Pimples

on 8/8/2006 My 13 year old daughter has really started to break out within the last year (hormones?). We have tried so many different products and haven't found anything that really works. She has more than just the simple zit once a month. She is covered from her hair line to her jaw line. We can see how it has started to affect her self-esteem.

I contacted a plastic surgeon re: Levulan with Blu-U light.

on 8/8/2006 The best thing to do is to stop using everything! I had pimples and I started using different products, which made them even worst. Then I stopped using everything. I wash my face with warm water a couple times a day. I have been free of pimples for a while now.

on 8/8/2006 Everything I have ever used on my pimples has made my face worse and dried out. Then I used Bioré Ice cleanser. It works great, you can actually fell it working!

on 8/8/2006 Use karatolytic soap twice a day. It gets rid of the pimples and it exfoliates your face. I hope this works for you.

on 7/29/2006 Find a good cleanser that works for you-different skin types use different products. Always follow with a non comedogenic moisturizer. The idea is to remove your natural oil (your body's version of moisturizer), and replace it with something that won't clog pores. My personal favorite is a Dove product. This method won't eliminate breakouts, but sure does help. If a pimple shows up, remember everyone has been there, and remind yourself that nobody thinks any less of you.

on 7/21/2006 Try these face masks to cleanse the skin, and in turn get rid of those irritating pimples.

1. For oily skin, mash up a ripe tomato and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm, (not hot), water.
2. Mash up a very ripe banana. Add just enough honey to make a soft pulp. Apply all over face and hair. This is a great firming mask.
3. Apply pure honey (straight from the bottle) to your face and neck. Allow it to set and dry (about 15 minutes). Rinse with very warm water. I use this mask once a week, and it does wonders for my skin!
5. Use Pepto Bismol! It may seem strange, but, in the same way that it coats the stomach, it gently caresses the face. Apply it straight from the bottle with a cotton swab. It's refreshing, and perfect for those with sensitive skin.

Remember, do not over-wash, overexfoliate, or over-moisturize your face! You hear "Wash, wash, wash," but you do not need to wash your face more than 2 times a day. By over-washing, your face may produce more oil and cause clogged pores. And always wash your makeup off before bed. Don't pop your pimples, it can rupture tissue and cause scarring. Rather than popping, use a Q-tip to dab a small amount of toothpaste (paste - not gel), or lemon juice(for skin that isn't sensitive) to dry out the pimple.

on 7/19/2006 One product that most people will not use or over look is a Mint Julep mask. While this product is designed for women, it does work well. Essentially it will dry out your face and open your pores allowing you to wash off dirt, grim, and oil. To use it, apply generously to the face. Allow the mask to dry (15 to 30 minutes) and then wash off with a warm to hot washcloth. The first time you do this, you should do it 2 or three times, after that once a day is more than enough. For added effectiveness, when a pimple develops a whitehead, pop it and apply rubbing alcohol to the wound (to kill the bacteria). This will generally take only a couple days to get rid of most pimples.

on 7/13/2006 Rubbing pineapple juice on your face really helps! Pineapple contains a protein-dissolving chemical that will clear out the dead skins cells and other residue from your pores. Your face will feel clean and refreshed afterward!

on 7/9/2006 At night, just before you go to bed, get a wash cloth saturated in warm water. Splash some water on your face, then put about a quarter size of St.Ives facial cleaner on your face. Wait a minute or two, then wash it off.

You have to do this every night for about 3-4 weeks.You will see the difference!

on 7/8/2006 Put some chopped carrots in the blender and cover your pimples with the paste for 20 minutes. It works very well and doesn't cost much. Also, drink a cup of water before bed so you can rid your body of all bacteria the next day. Steaming your face above a kettle and then rinsing with cold water also works.

on 7/3/2006 Use ProActive! It was developed by specialists in skin care and health and dermatologists. All the celebrities use it to get rid of acne. It works in just a few days and the results are dramatic! You'll definitely be surprised and get a lot of compliments on your skin. It's so easy, so go buy it!

on 7/3/2006 A clean towel dipped in buttermilk then dabbed onto oily areas for 15 minutes dries up the oil and doesn't dry out the skin.

on 6/30/2006 Microwave hot water in a bowl for about 5 minutes, then place your face over the steam of the bowl. This will kill all of the bacteria in your pores. When about 2 minutes is up, go to the sink and rinse your face with cold water, this will close your pores.

on 6/30/2006 I hardly ever get pimples, but had an awful acne breakout after being on 2 strong medications. I had a wedding to go to and wanted to get rid of them. So I washed my face with a gentle cleanser two times a day, like normal, and afterward applied antibacterial ointment to the worst pimples. I used Bacitracin, but I guess Neosporin would have the same effect. Sure enough, after just 2 applications my huge pimple had shrunk down and was no longer red!

on 6/30/2006 Well I have been fighting acne for a while. I have gone to a dermatologist and was put on medicine for 5 months. But thats cause my acne was extremely bad. Now I only have a little bit of acne, so every day (at least twice a day) I wash my face with Oxy Acne wash. It makes your skin feel a little dry, so drink water. For my acne scars, I use moisturizing scar lotion, which is greaseless.