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Learn How to Get Rid of Pimples

Updated on June 13, 2013

Doesn’t it always seem like you get a pimple at the very worst time? You have a big party coming up, or a big date. Or maybe you are going to be honored for something at work. Maybe you are even about to get married, and there it is, a big ugly pimple on your face. It’s terrible and it’s embarrassing. But, as horrible as this all too common experience can be, there is a reason for it. Stress, excitement, worry can cause your skin to break out in pimples.

But isn’t there anything you can do to get rid of pimples? Isn’t there anything you can do to make sure they don’t happen in the first place? Actually, there is. There are several things you can do before pimples show up, things that stop them from occurring, and there are things you can do after they are there. There are effective strategies to get rid of pimples.

It's hard to figure out, sometimes, just how to get rid of pimples, but it is possible!
It's hard to figure out, sometimes, just how to get rid of pimples, but it is possible!

What Exactly is a Pimple?

Most people when they say the word pimple mean those sore, irritated, and red looking bumps or patches on their faces or body. Some people also call these zits. In either case, what is occurring in your skin to cause the pimple is that a skin pore becomes clogged, whether with dirt and oil, with makeup, with dead skin cells, or with some kind of skin moisturizer or other product. Once the pore becomes clogged, a common kind of bacteria, known as P. acnes, starts to grow. This bacteria causes an irritation in your skin that leads to a buildup of material that becomes a pimple.

Of course, there are factors that can influence whether you will develop pimples. In the teenage years, your body is undergoing a lot of changes that elevate the hormone levels in your blood stream. This can lead to oilier skin, resulting in outbreaks of pimples. Certain foods are also thought to effect your hormone levels, thus resulting in pimples as well. Large amounts of starch, especially from processed breads and cereals, as well as a high sugar intake can result in elevated hormones and in pimple breakouts.

How to Prevent Pimples

Given the way that pimples form, with clogged pores leading to growth of P. acnes bacteria, the solution to many pimple problems is making sure that the pores stay clean and clear. And this starts with good skin hygiene.

To prevent pimples, and get rid of the ones you already have, you should make it a practice to keep your skin clean at all times. This means regular face washing with a gentle soap that will not clog your pores. This also means keeping hair clean that can lie next to your skin, as well as frequent laundering of clothing, pillow cases, and towels that come into contact with your face or other parts affected by pimples. Of course, you may also consider changing your diet if it is high in starches or sugars. Getting plenty of vitamins and minerals from fresh fruits and vegetables is necessary for healthy skin as well. These vitamins can be the difference maker in clear skin or skin afflicted with pimples.

How to Get Rid of Pimples You Have

To reduce the number and severity of the pimples you have, you should use treatments that will unclog your pores and kill the bacteria that is living inside of them. Many over the counter acne medicines contain benzoyl peroxide, which is an excellent way to kill P. acnes and get rid of pimples for many people. Face washes that contain tea tree oil are also a popular way to get rid of pimples, with the oil acting as a mild antibacterial agent. Some people also use a mixture of lemon juice and water applied to the skin as an effective way how to get rid of pimples. Simply apply it to your skin and let it sit for about a half hour.

In almost no circumstance should you try to pop your pimples. The reason for this is that doing so can irritate or break the skin, leading to additional swelling or to more opportunities for the pimple causing bacteria to enter the pores. Popping can also push bacteria deeper into the pore, thus worsening the condition. Your dermatologist may lance your pimples in certain cases using sterile techniques and instruments.

When it comes down to it, getting rid of pimples is all about limiting the opportunities that the P. acnes bacteria have to get inside and grow in your pores. Once a pimple develops, you should use a technique to clean the pores and kill the bacteria. Good skin care is the best known way how to get rid of pimples.


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