Pimples are the most common problem faced by almost all the age group, in particular teenagers. But a blind pimple is a disaster, and this becomes worst when the right treatment at the right time isn’t done.
If you have been experiencing this thing, then we have everything you need to know about blind pimples and how to get rid of them.
You will no more see large and painful pimples in your way. Before that we need to know about, the causes of the blind pimples and how they are formed.
How a Blind Pimple is Formed?
A blind pimple is more painful compared to normal pimple. It can be formed behind the ears, on the nose and elsewhere on face.
These pimples usually happen due to dysfunction of oil glands on your skin. In most cases plenty of sebum on skin blocks the oil glands and causes the area to be inflamed. This turns into a painful reddish lump on skin and becomes more worst when we itch it.
Causes of Blind Pimples
- The main cause of blind pimple is sebaceous glands becoming overactive and producing excess oil on skin pores.
- Lack of hygiene is the common cause for occurrence of all type of pimples on our skin.
- Hormonal changes in the beginning of menstrual cycle is also a cause for blind pimples.
Let us see the remedies to get rid of blind pimples. Our kitchen is the best place where we get few of the best ingredients to treat our skin issues.
How to Get Rid of Blind Pimples?
There are various remedies available to get rid of this ugly blind pimple, which causes pain, inflammation and irritation. Some of them are very easy to use which are given below.
1. Warm Compress:
Warm compress is the best way to treat blind pimples as it bring out the puss from pimple. It promotes blood circulation which accelerates the process of pointing out the pimple.
What You Need?
Cotton towel
Warm water
Directions to Use:
Take warm water in a bowl and soak cotton towel in it.
Remove out the excess water from towel and while the towel is still warm place it on the pimple.
Do this for at least 3 times a day.
2. Ice Compress:
This is an effective method where ice reduces the pain and reduces the blood flow to the affected area.
What you Need?
Cotton towel
Ice cubes
Directions to Use:
Grab couple of ice cubes and place it in a clean dry towel then form a small closed bag with it.
Dab the affected area with this ice bag and it should be done at least thrice in a day.
3. Tooth Paste:
Don’t you know white toothpaste also has the ability to get rid of pimples? While tooth paste contains mint and clove oil, it is very effective in treatment of blind pimple.
It also helps in removing the inflammation and pain associated with blind pimples.
What You Need?
Tooth paste.
Directions to Use:
Apply a small amount of white toothpaste on blind pimple, before going to bed.
Let it sit overnight and wash it in the morning with cold water.
Repeat this thing daily until the blind pimple vanishes.
Note:
This can be done during day time also but you just need to remain the paste on the pimple for at least 2-3 hours.
People who have sensitive skin should not follow this method , you mayfind any irritation or any other symptoms after applying the paste on the pimple.
4. Tea Tree Oil:
Tea tree oil contains anti bacterial properties which help to kill the bacteria that causes pimples and prevents further outbreaks.
It also soothes the skin and quickens the healing process,it penetrates deep into the skin and opens the clogged pores.
Note:
Tea tree oil should be diluted before applying it on your skin.
What You Need?
One spoon of tea tree oil
One cup of water
Cotton ball
Directions to Use:
Mix one part of tea tree oil in 9 parts of water.
Dip a cotton ball in the mixture and apply it on the pimple.
Leave it for 10-15 minutes, and then rinse it off with cold or normal water.
Repeat this process three times a day to get rid of blind pimple in few days.
5. Milk:
Milk is not only used for drinking and making delicious food. It also helps in removing blind pimples. While milk contains alpha hydroxyl acids which helps to unclog the pores of the dead skin, accumulated oil and dirt.
What you Need?
Cotton ball
Unboiled milk
Directions to Use:
Take a cup of unboiled milk in a bowl and dip a cotton ball in it.
Apply milk to the blind pimple by using cotton ball and leave it for 10 minutes.
After the time is up, wash the area with lukewarm water and repeat this process three times in a day.
6. Lemon Juice:
Lemon juice is the best and effective ingredient for all types of skin diseases. The citric acid present in lemon juice works as an astringent to dry out the pimple.
It also works as cleanser to remove bacteria and dirt and speed up the healing process.
What You Need?
Cotton pads
Lemon juice
Directions to Use:
Squeeze a full lemon in a bowl and dip cotton pads to absorb the concentration.
Apply it on the affected area and leave it for 10-15 minutes and then wash it off with normal water.
Repeat this for thrice in a day for few days.
7. Honey:
Honey contains antibacterial, antiseptic and even anti healing properties which soothes the pain and removes inflammation and irritation on the affected skin.
It has the ability to fight against bacteria which are the cause for blind pimples.
What You Need?
Cotton ball
Pure honey
Directions to Use:
Dip a cotton ball in pure honey and directly apply it on the blind pimple and left it over for 10-15 minutes.
Rinse it off with lukewarm water.
Repeat this process for three times in a day to see effective results.
8. Aloe Vera:
Antibacterial properties in aloe Vera helps to reduce the redness, swelling and inflammation of the affected skin area.
The healing properties in aloe Vera will also help to rebuild the damage tissues in our body.
What you Need?
Aloe Vera
Directions to Use:
Cut the stem of the aloe Vera and extract the gel from it.
Apply it directly on the inflamed area and leave it for 20 minutes and wash it with cool water.
Repeat this remedy twice in a day for until you see the positive results.
How to Prevent Blind Pimples
Prevention is better than cure. So here are some of the tips you need to follow to prevent occurrence of blind pimples.
Hydration:
Our body needs enough amount of water to be healthy, fit and hydrated. Drink lot of water which helps to maintain good metabolism, healthy and glowing skin.
Be Hygiene:
This is the common cause for skin infections that leads to excess of sebum and dirt in pores and even infection.
Regular washing and cleansing your face may solve many problems. Instead of using plain water, add some essential oils, apple cider vinegar and aloe juice to wash your face.
Note:
Don’t over use soaps and face washes.
Exercise and Sleep:
A proper sleep and a good exercise keep your body fit and healthy. Enough amount of sleep in night will provide the energy to work whole day. Regular exercise cleans your body from toxins which are removed through swetting.
Healthy Diet:
You should maintain a healthy diet to keep your body and skin healthy. Take fruits and vegetables which are high in nutrients and proteins for maintaining glowing skin.