I hate waking up in the morning and seeing a new pimple in the mirror. The best way to get rid of acne is to not get it in the first place, but once you have it, here are the best ways I’ve found to get rid of it, fast!
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1. Wash with Warm Water
You don’t need harsh chemical washes to keep your skin clear, or to clear up your acne really fast. The best thing to use is warm water on a clean washcloth.
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Using warm water helps to gently open up your pores, making it easier to cleanse away dirt, oil, and makeup without causing irritation. Gently pat your skin dry with a clean towel afterward instead of rubbing, as this can aggravate acne-prone skin. Remember, the key is to be consistent with this routine both morning and night to see a noticeable reduction in breakouts. It's a simple yet effective step that promotes healthy skin care habits while working towards a clearer complexion.
2. Avoid Caffeine
Caffeine will irritate your skin, and also flush much-needed water out of our system before it does its work!
3. Drink Plenty of Water
Healthy skin is hydrated skin. Drink your recommended 64 ounces of water each day to quickly clear up acne, and prevent it from coming back!
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Staying hydrated helps to detoxify your body by flushing out toxins that can cause inflammation and blemishes. Water also assists in promoting circulation and cell turnover, which are essential for a clear complexion. If you find plain water monotonous, consider adding a splash of lemon or cucumber for a refreshing twist. Remember that caffeinated beverages can dehydrate you, so balance them with extra water. Keep a water bottle at hand throughout the day to remind yourself to sip regularly – your skin will thank you!
4. Use a Moisturizer with Salicylic Acid
There are several moisturizers on the market that contain salicylic acid (otherwise known as aspirin). This chemical will clear up the acne you have now, and keep it from coming back! My favorite moisturizer with salicylic acid is Clean and Clear Dual-Action Moisturizer. Try it!
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5. Don’t over-dry
Harsh chemicals, like benzoyl peroxide, may over-dry your skin, making it irritated and actually MORE prone to acne! So just wash with warm water and apply an oil-free moisturizer to help cure, and soothe, your skin.
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6. Don’t Stress
Stress is exactly what causes me to break out. When I feel stressed, I do yoga. If I let the stress get to me, then I get the worst break-outs EVER.
7. Don’t Cover It up!
You may be tempted to use concealer to hide your acne, but that’s not going to get rid of it! Your skin needs to breathe to heal, so stay away from the foundation and concealer until it heals.
8. Keep Your Hair Pulled Back
The oils from our hair may also irritate our skin, and make it easier for acne to happen. While your skin is healing, keep your hair pulled back off your face.
9. Keep Hands off Your Face
The dirt and oils from our hands are another way acne can start or take longer to heal. Another no-no - squeezing pimples. This just causes the oil from the ruptured acne to spread, making new blemishes. Ick!
10. Use an on-the Spot Treatment
There are some great new on-the-spot treatments for acne that work wonderfully! My favorite is Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment. You apply it directly onto the individual acne spots themselves, delivering a blast of healing there only. I love using this before bed, because by the time you wake up, the acne is gone!
Once you’ve gotten rid of the little break-out, keep it from coming back! If it does come back, then pull up this list again to get rid of it again, fast! What are your secrets for getting rid of acne? How do you make it heal up fast? Please let me know! Thanks!
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Lauren: hey! Thanks for the post! I so favorited this site...I've had acne ever since 3rd grade (I know it's crazy lol) and I'm in 10th grade now. I've tried prescription topical gels, proactiv, and tons of other stuff. I was just wondering if there was any tips you can give me just to help me cure my acne (not expecting a magic cure though lol). It would be helpful though. Thanks
cassie!: hheeyyy, kkay so, I'm 12 years old. I get bad acne pretty much all over my face, and hate it. Im using Clean and Clear right now, its a three in one facial cleanser. Its oil free. But i just recently noticed they make your face pretty dry, but work really well. I would like to know what facial cleansers i can use that dont make my face dry? My mom has told me about Proactiv but told me before it starts working you break out. So no thanks. - please help mmee! :)
Elizabeth: i tried #1 but it gave me more so i tried it with cold water and it works
Rose: Hey!! thanks for the post! but could you help me? i am starting to get these little bumps (like starting of pimples) on my forehead around my hairline. This is new, it hasn't happened to me before, i was just wondering if you could help me get rid of it? please and thanks(:
Carlie: Proactiv is AWESOME, you have to be diligent with it, and use a good moisturizer as a follow up!
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