Have you ever woken up to find a reddish, bulky pimple without a white spot on your face? These internal spots are called blind pimples and papules, and they are one of the main manifestations of acne. These elevations appear as a painful swelling under the skin and, unlike pimples, they are not accessible, so removing them is a bit more difficult.
These impurities are not only unsightly, but also uncomfortable, and it's normal to want to get rid of them as soon as possible. However, it is essential not to leave any marks - this process requires a proper care routine. Stay here at OneHowTo to learn in detail how to get rid of blind pimples and papules.
Blind pimples or papules are more difficult to remove than normal pimples, because unlike the latter they do not have a central white point indicating the presence of pus inside. They are occasionally painful reddish bumps, and they occur due to an excessive production of sebum, which ends up clogging the pores of the skin.
If you press on the inflammation and try to burst it with your fingers, it is very likely to become infected and scar the skin. Our first and most important piece of advice when removing internal spots is to avoid pressing and touching them with your hands.
It is necessary to carry out different skincare techniques, as we'll explain, to accelerate the healing process and to get radiant skin without unsightly marks. In the event that thisinfectionis severe and very painful, it is important to consult a dermatologist and follow their instructions regarding treatment.
A hygiene routine with daily cleaning of the skin is essential to treat papules and prevent their worsening due to the accumulation of more dirt and bacteria. The first thing you should do is get antibacterial cleansing lotion that specifically reduces sebum production or skin oil. Discard all those soaps containing fragrances and harsh chemicals.
Once you have the right lotion, wash the area twice a day, morning and evening. Do so with extreme softness, using plenty of warm or cold water. Hot water dries the skin, so it's not recommended. After that, dry with a clean towel.
In the event that you suffer from acne, cleansers with salicylic or glycolic acid are a great choice to improve this skin condition. Natural soaps with aloe vera, sulphur or rosemary are also great in the fight to correct this imbalance on your skin.
After cleansing, apply a specific cream or gel on the swollen spot to reduce it and heal it faster. There are many topical treatments available at the pharmacy, designed to kill all bacteria, remove dead cells and unclog pores completely. Usually, these lotions have ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, retinoic acid, salicylic acid, AHA, sulphur, etc., which are ideal to reduce swelling and eliminate blind pimples in a shorter period of time.
Apply the just amount of cream - no more - directly on the papule once you have finished cleaning the skin, repeating the treatment twice a day.
When it comes to getting rid of papules or blind pimples, reducing the swelling of the reddish bulge is key and very comforting. To do this, try out this simple but excellent home remedy.
Damp a gauze or a clean cloth with warm water and place it directly on the affected area. Wait a few minutes so that the hot water can reduce the inflammation, promote the draining of pus and help eliminate the pimple. If the papule causes you discomfort, you can repeat the operation several times a day.
Exfoliation serves to remove dead skin cells and consequently to avoid the appearance of new blind pimples or papules, so you will need to take a few minutes per week for this task.
When you exfoliate the affected area you should be especially careful: Do soft circular motions and massage the slightly damp skin. You will need to use a special scrub for oily or acne-prone skin. You can purchase a commercial lotion or prepare it yourself at home carrying out the recipe that we show in the article how to make a homemade face scrub for acne-prone skin.
There are natural products with beneficial properties to combat blind pimples and quickly heal the skin of the area. Learn more about them so that you can make effective homemade masks like those we present below:
- Green clay mask: Add 2 tablespoons of green clay powder and 4 tablespoons of water to a metal container and stir. Apply the mask and let it stand for 20 minutes. Remove it when the clay is dry on the skin.
- Strawberry mask: Crush 5 strawberries and add 1 tablespoon of honey. Apply the mask on the skin and let it stand for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Aloe vera mask: Mix 100 grams (half a cup) of aloe vera pulp with 1 tablespoon of yogurt and apply the resulting mixture on the skin, leaving for 15 minutes.
We can't finish this article without mentioning the importance of food and a healthy diet for the prevention and improvement of acne and the emergence of papules and blind pimples. It is necessary that your daily diet has nutrients that favor the regeneration and healing of the skin. Make sure that you eat fruits and vegetables, especially foods rich in vitamins A, B, omega 3 and zinc. Avoid excess of fatty foods and moderate consumption of dairy products.
This is how to get rid of blind pimples and papules. If you have any tips, please tell us in the comments section.
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