Following are some do’s and don’ts during for this emergency pimple treatment: 1. Do not pick or pinch your pimple under any circumstances. This will cause it to inflame and grow into a big red spot. Further more, doing so may spread bacteria over other parts of your face especially if your skin has other open pores or wound. At worst, you will risk long term severe scarring too!
2. If it’s swelling and causing you some pain, apply an ice pack to the affected area for a while and repeat this every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can also use a clean cloth to wrap around an ice cube. Smearing some toothpaste on the affected area can help soothe irritation and reduce redness. Alternatively, pressing a dampened teabag against the spot will also reduce inflammation.
3. It’s fine to use a skin colored medicated cream to conceal the spots but it’s very important to remove it as soon as you can. Never leave the cream on your face over-night!
4. Where possible, do not use any cosmetics which contain harsh chemicals. Wash and scrub your face a few times during the day with gentle facial soap. Avoid wearing make up until you have to go out.
5. Avoid using those over-the-counter acne products over long period of time as they dry your skin. Those that contain salicylic acid or benzyl peroxide works better. Applying some lemon juice to the spot and leaving it to dry will help too.
Remember that in an attempt to improve your acne problem immediately, there
will be a temptation to use harsh skin preparations and scrubs on the skin. This
will only worsen the condition.
