Get Rid of Zits and Blackheads!
| Most people get zits from time to time. Some of us get them more than others. Stress, diet, hormones, or overly productive sebaceous glands are usually the culprits. |
Sebaceous glands are glands in the skin and scalp that produce oils and are necessary and vital to your skin.

It's hard to alleviate stress and anxiety but there are a few simple things you can do to get rid of unsightly blemishes. Pimples (comedones) and blackheads are two different bears. How to Get Rid of BlackheadsBlackheads should be removed by gently squeezing them from either side. Its a good idea to open your pores FIRST, using warm water compresses or steam. When you squeeze the area, a hard tubular oil strand with a black head will emerge. If it doesn't, DON'T keep squeezing it. Try the warm compress again but if you still can't get it out, leave it alone for another day or try again later. If it doesn't emerge, its just not ready yet. You definitely don't want to scar your skin so leave it alone! Wash the skin afterward or simply use a toner after expelling them. Some people swear by Biore Cleansing Pore Strips . I tried them and they didn't work that well for me, but that doesn't mean they won't work for you. They are fairly inexpensive to try and actually work well for many people! Of course facial scrubs work like a charm! If you have oily skin, use inexpensive products like St. Ives Medicated Apricot Scrub for Oily Skin or Queene Helene Oatmeal and Honey Natural Face Scrub , which are the standards but work very well! If you have sensitive or dry skin, use natural or organic products that are better suited for your skin type. Earth Science Gentle Facial Scrub and Alba Hawaiian Facial Scrub . Oatmeal, pineapple, apricot, and milk are all great exfoliators and contain active enzymes. Use them to scrub around problem areas, such as the nose or the chin. These work well and are cheap to buy. Of course, if you want to save even more money, you can find recipes for homemade facial masks here: Facial Masks for Every Skin Type Inexpensive Facials – Must Have Beauty Tip! Firming Antiaging Natural Skin Care Products Facial scrubs have very small granules in them that help to remove dirt and debris deep down. They help remove blackheads around the nose and on the chin for example. You can safely scrub any bony facial area with moderate pressure. They really help take care of those blackheads that are in 'hard to get' areas. Be sure to use a good toner afterward and clean the area thoroughly. How to Get Rid of Pimples Getting rid of pimples is a bit harder and may take a little longer. Pimples usually contain pus in them that's full of bacteria. Because of this, they can take longer to dry up and go away. Try products that contain Benzoyl Peroxide first. These are recommended by most physicians. Benzoyl peroxide helps break up the plug of dead skin cells, bacteria, and oils that clog the pores and form zits. Start with lower concentrations, and work your way up. Good products to start with are Zapyt Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Gel and Clearasil Vanishing Acne Treatment Cream . Most all benzoyl peroxide brands work about the same. You can also use 'on the spot treatments' like Clean and Clear Acne Spot Treatment to zap large pimples that may be painful! Of course, many people swear by Proactiv. Try a risk free 30 day trial 3-step system for only $19.95 + bonus gifts. Get the clear skin you deserve with Proactiv! . If you don't see improvement, some people would never suggest popping pimples because there is a chance of spreading bacteria and causing more pimples. You can also scar your skin if you do this often enough. However, if your pimple hurts, you may choose to consider it. If you do decide to pop them, use the sharp end of sterilized tweezers. (Slanted tweezers only!) After you pop the pimple, apply a small piece of tissue to the area to soak up oils and bacteria that are expelled. Then wait patiently until it stops oozing. Or you can simply apply pressure to the area with a clean tissue. Then remove the tissue. If you remove the tissue before it stops oozing, you will need to reapply another piece of tissue until it stops. After that apply a bit of regular Hydrogen Peroxide to start drying it up and then apply a steroid cream to the area. This combination really works fast! If you get pimples on a regular basis, you should stay away from milk, sugar products, and soda. These will exacerbate pimples and make them worse. Instead drink plenty of fresh water to flush out impurities from your body and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. To get rid of pimples, you can also buy an OTC such as a hydrocortisone cream . If you need something stronger you can get one prescribed to you. Any physician can prescribe a higher percentage steroid cream. If you ask for a generic brand they'll be cheaper. Any steroid cream thins your skin. This includes 10% cortisone cream. It is not as strong as prescriptions steroid creams are but it's still pretty strong. They should be used only occasionally and you only apply very thin layer. (It doesn't take much!) But that is exactly why they work so great. They thin the skin and that's what dries up zits so fast! More Tips to Get Rid of Zits Green tea is an excellent way to zap zits. Simply steep the tea bag in a cup of hot water, then wait for it to cool. Apply the tea to your face with a cotton ball after it's cooled down. You can also apply the tea bag to your face also. Your choice. Green tea has both antibacterial and antifungal properties. Studies have shown that green tea was as effective at treating pimples as Benzoyl Peroxide! Use diluted apple cider vinegar on your zits! You can also drink apple cider water or take apple cider vinegar supplements . Apple cider vinegar can also clear up the herpes virus. Keep your hands off your face. Its amazing how many times we touch our faces throughout the day. Try and remind yourself to be aware when you do it and stop yourself. Your hands transfer oils and other unwanted environmental germs and bacteria to your face. Germs/bacteria cause zits. That's a fact! Remember that money is DIRTY! Do not handle money then touch your face. You'd be surprised at how many germs are found on money alone. Always wash your hands after you handle money. (or use antibacterial gels) Don't over clean your face. Overcleaning your face might render your skin oil free but it also triggers oil glands to produce more oils, which defeats the purpose. There is a fine balance that needs to be maintained, so don't mess it up cleaning too much! Don't use oily products, such as hair pomades, heavy oil-based facial moisturizers, or oily cleansers. Use water-based makeup foundations or mineral foundations , which do not clog pores. Be aware of your exposure to iodine, which can be found in multiple vitamins and iodized salt. Some doctors believe iodine encourages acne. This sounds like quackery to me, but it's also note worthy. A raw food diet can also help you eliminate pimples for good. In countries where no junk food is available, the people have no acne. A raw foods diet will help clean out your digestive tract and you will have clear skin. Your skin really reflects what you put into your body! Fatty foods, chocolate, and fried foods by themselves, don't cause zits to form. What can cause them to form, is what you do with your hands while and after you consume them. If you are not using a napkin and transfer oils to your face from your hands, your face is more likely to break out! Two products to try are 'toothpaste' and 'Vicks vapor rub'. That might sound a bit strange, but some people swear by using them. Just apply any plain toothpaste or Vicks to zits and leave overnight. By morning your face should be much clearer and you'll be amazed! Taking garlic supplements regularly and/or adding garlic to your meals will help clear up pimples. Garlic has antibacterial properties which helps destroy bacteria in your body so it doesn't have a chance to make it to your skin!Use these tips to help clear up zits fast! No one likes to have them. Clear skin is always more desirable. If you're having a hard time getting rid of pimples, try the Clear Skin Guidebook!
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