How to remove pimples once and for all

Acne in adult women is much more common than you think, you are not alone! In fact, there are many of us who constantly deal with breakouts, which are often associated with the hormonal processes of our menstrual cycle . Consulting with your dermatologist is vital to get rid of them once and for all, but in the meantime, if you're wondering how to get rid of pimples (without dying trying) here are some of our favorite treatments.

Goodbye pimples

If you have been dealing with pimples since adolescence or you have just started with a skin problem, do not despair, because even if your pimples are hormonal, they have a solution. The first thing you should do is consult with your dermatologist which treatments are the most suitable for you and then be very constant so that they really work. Unfortunately, there is no foolproof cream that will be effective for all of us, but there are some ingredients that are more effective than others to remove pimples once and for all.

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Clean your skin well

When there is an acne problem, it is usually because the skin produces excess oil , this accumulates, clogging the pores and the dreaded pimples are formed. You will save yourself a few pimples if you can keep the sebum at bay with a good cleaning.

Clinique Mild Liquid Face Wash, € 19.45

Avoid aggressive cleaners

But it is not advisable to go overboard with cleaning, because then the skin, to compensate, produces even more oil and the problem continues. Ask for samples from various cleaners and give them a try. If you notice that your skin is tight after washing it, you will have to opt for a softer one.

Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Revitalizing Cleansing Cream, € 37.95

An extra help

Cleaning brushes or these electronic devices are ideal for cleaning the skin in greater depth. They are used with your own cleanser and maximize your results. But you have to be constant in its use and make sure that it does not irritate the skin excessively.

Foreo Luna Cleaning Device, € 99.45

Exfoliating

Using an exfoliator is essential to prevent pimples from appearing. But it is not a good idea to use it daily. See how your skin reacts and use it when you feel it needs it . Usually once or twice a week will be more than enough.

Paula's Choice 2% BHA Skin Perfecting Liquid Scrub, € 30.45

Tonic

In most cases, the toner is optional in the beauty routine, but if pimples have become a frequent problem, you may want to permanently incorporate it into yours. Look for one that is balancing or, like this one, contains salicylic acid, one of the most effective ingredients for removing pimples . Apply it all over your face directly with your hands to save product.

NIP + FAB Teen Skin Fix Toner, € 12.95

Don't skip the serum

Many people think that with oily skin they do not need to use serum or moisturizers, when in fact it is just the opposite. It is always advisable to add water (not greasy) to the skin with one or both formulas (serum and moisturizer). Thus we combat other problems or increase our action against pimples thanks to the active principles that these cosmetics contain. The formula of this serum that we propose also contains salicylic acid and antiseptics to fight against pimples and blackheads, as well as antioxidants to prevent premature aging of the skin.

Caudalie Vinopure Perfecting Serum, € 27.45

Treatment

It is one of the creams most recommended by dermatologists to fight acne. It is not too moisturizing, so if you notice that your skin needs it, you can use a serum with hyaluronic acid before putting it on, especially if you are over 25 years old, which is when you have to start paying attention to other problems, such as the appearance of the first wrinkles, in addition to the pimples.

Effaclar Duo + treatment by La Roche-Posay, € 14.45

Clay is your best friend

Clay facial masks are going to become your great allies to remove pimples because this ingredient absorbs oil and impurities from the skin and thus it is more difficult for new pimples to proliferate, since you will be getting rid of the main source that them cause.

APIVITA Deep Cleansing Facial Mask, € 14.45

Frontal attack

When you are going to get a pimple, you start to feel a very characteristic pain in a localized area of your skin. It is at that moment when you have to attack it directly with a specific treatment like this (we have tried it and it really works) with which you get that the granite does not come out or that it heals much earlier.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar AI Spot Corrector, € 10.95

For sleeping

Other times the granite has already made an appearance before you have been able to get rid of it. That's when you can turn to one of these individual night masks. They stick on the pimple and make it look better the next morning. They are ideal for those grains that always come out before an important event and it seems they are going to make our day bitter.

Yes To Purifying Charcoal and Tomato Anti-Grain Treatment, € 9.45

Bubbles

This bubble mask also comes in handy to remove dirt from pores and thus prevent the formation of blackheads and blackheads, as well as eliminate existing ones.

Berrisom Soda Bubble Facial Mask, € 4.95

Couldn't you resist?

It is best not to touch the pimples and let them heal, but if you have not been able to resist and have "exploded" it, you have to make sure it does not get infected . For that tea tree oil comes in handy, which is antiseptic and accelerates the wound healing process.

Australian Bodycare Grain Stick, € 7.95

Do you also have on your back?

The shoulders, chest and upper back are usually trouble spots where pimples also often appear. Taking care of these areas is more complicated, so it is convenient to have products that are designed to facilitate the task. You can exfoliate them using a long-handled bristle brush to reach all the corners of your back and then treat it with a body spray, like this one, based on salicylic acid.

Murad Clarifying Body Spray, € 40.95

Cover them

Disguising pimples with makeup is always a good option when all else fails (there are very stubborn pimples). But not just any concealer. Get a specific one that, in addition to covering them, treats them.

Vichy Dermablend SOS Cover Correction Bar, € 13.45

How to remove pimples step by step

With acne, prevention is always best, so you should follow a facial care routine that includes:

Cleaner. It is essential to use a facial cleanser that removes the oil from your skin and leaves it clean and fresh but without drying out.
Exfoliant . Once or twice a week, use an exfoliator to cleanse the pores more deeply and prevent dirt from encrusting and forming blackheads.
Mask . After the scrub, apply a mask. It can be made of clay or contain salicylic acid. It will help you with a more thorough cleaning and you will notice that the existing granites improve their appearance.
Hydrating . It is very important to apply a moisturizing cream or fluid that balances the skin, keeps it healthy and prevents the appearance of oil throughout the day.
Treatment . On the pimples that are about to come out, apply some type of specific SOS treatment to prevent them from coming out completely.

Has your pimple already appeared and you don't know what to do?

Be patient. Sure you have the temptation to exploit it ahead of time but it is best to wait for some kind of 'head' to appear. Dermatologists always recommend not touching them and continuing to apply the specific treatment for pimples but, let's face it, none of us are capable of leaving it there as usual. If you can't handle it anymore, this is how you have to extract it to cause as little damage as possible .

Squeeze . Yes, you can remove the pimple once you have a head but first wash your hands well, you are about to cause a wound so it is advisable to be as hygienic as possible. Wrap your fingers in a piece of toilet paper and squeeze but do not nail your nails. Insist until only blood comes out. If you leave any other face inside the pimple, it will reproduce again.
Clean well. With your usual cleaning soap or if this is without det, do it with a normal soap, disinfect the area by washing it well. Then apply an antiseptic like tea tree oil.
Treat it. When the pimple has stopped oozing, you can apply your pimple treatment. This will speed up the healing process. When it is completely closed but there is still a mark, exfoliate and apply your mask. Its appearance will improve faster if you are constant with care.