11 Expert Advices How to Quickly Get Rid of Your Pimples

Despite what it might seem, the breakout didn’t seem to be a major problem. Acne can have many causes. Some you can control like changing your pillowcase and washing your face, while others you cannot like genetics or hormonal fluctuations. It is important to know what causes acne and how to treat it.

Here are some tips from Dr. Melissa K. Levin (a NYC-based dermatologist who founded Entiere Dermatology) how to quickly get clear skin.

• Before you go to bed, wash your face

No matter how tired you may be, you cannot wear makeup to bed. We promise you, your pimple-free future self will be grateful. Use a nickel-sized amount of facewash every night to wash your face.

There’s a possibility that you’re not washing your face properly. Find the video by dermatologist Liv Kraemer on Youtube. It explains how to properly wash your face.

• Do not skip the moisturizer

You might feel tempted to skip your morning moisturizer if your skin is oily. However, drying your skin can make your acne worse. You need to choose the right moisturizer to prevent your skin from becoming more oily or worsening breakouts.

Dr. Levin recommends choosing a daily moisturizer that absorbs excess shine, such as Differin Oil Absorbing Moisturzer, which was named the Best Moisturizer in Seventeen’s 2019 Beauty Awards. Dr. Levin explains that Differin Oil Absorbing Moisturizer uses Micropearl technology to absorb oil from the surface for a matte finish.

• All your cleanser must be washed away

Remaining cleanser will leave behind oil and dirt. Use tepid water to rinse the cleanser off (hot water drys out your skin, while cold water closes pores). This will ensure that your skin is clean and smooth.

• Take care of your skin

Skin becomes dry and flaky if it is rubbed too hard. Do not fight with your skin. Avoid harsh scrubs or washcloths that can cause irritation to your skin. This can lead to more breakouts. Use your hands to clean your skin. Otherwise, you could transfer oily and dirt-causing bacteria onto your skin.

• Do not skip your morning shower

Your pillowcase absorbs hairstyling products and then transfers them to your skin. If it isn’t removed in the morning, it can clog pores all day. Try a brightening product to help your skin wake up before school. Cooling face washes can be helpful if you struggle to get up in the morning.

• Your phone must be cleaned, too

Your phone may be causing pimples around your eyes and cheeks. Your phone can pick up bacteria from your hands, and this bacteria can be transferred to your face when making a call. To get rid of germs, wipe your screen often with an antibacterial wipe

• Stop touching your face

Do you ever rest your chin on the palm of your hand while you sit in class? This could be why you have those red marks on your jaw or cheek. Every day, you touch germs and bacteria. This includes everything from your phone to your locker. So touching your face can transfer all that onto your skin.

• Regularly exfoliate

You need to get rid of the dead skin cells and dirt from your pores. This will help your skin glow naturally. To make your skin radiant, products with alpha hydroxyl and lactic acid exfoliate gently.

• Your pillowcase should be changed often

Your skin can become dry and flaky if you don’t change your pillowcases regularly. Even if your skin is clean every night, the pillowcases can still retain dirt and sweat from your hair, your hands and products that you use at night. It is a good idea that you change your pillowcase every few days.

• Reduce the amount of products you use for your skin

Too many products can cause irritation and you may be tempted to skip some steps. More is not better when it comes to your skin. You won’t see a big difference if you try a lot of different treatments at once. It’s more likely that it will cause skin damage and make a tiny pimple look larger.

• Wash your makeup brushes

Use a brush cleanser or baby shampoo to clean your makeup brushes. Make sure to wash your makeup sponges as well. These tools can collect bacteria which can cause breakouts. The most expensive skincare regimens can be thrown away if they aren’t clean.