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Thursday, May 08, 2008
 Ahh those little red, black and white uninvited quests, pop up to all of us (and if you don’t get pimples, gasp are you are a super human?). So we all have are tips, trick and remedies to combat these nasty invaders. My favorite item is the Tea Tree Blemish Stick, besides the awakening stimulation on contact, this natural ingredient fights and heals not only blemishes but scars, insect bites, and skin irritations too. What are your pimple-be-gone secrets? And for every valid web comment on this blog only we will give you a Free $5 e.l.f. coupon via email just to say thanks (1 per person, valid to the first 100 posts only). |
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Skaty wrote:
1) 5/9/2008 9:16:14 AM
My favorite is to use a antibiotic first aid ointment (like Neosporin or Bactine) at the first sign of a blemish. Every time I use it, my blemishes quickly disappear, leaving me stress-free! |
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Lilz wrote:
1) 5/9/2008 2:41:54 PM
Neosporin is great for everything from dry skin on your hands (when your skin dries, it gets little cracks; basically minute cuts!) to yes! Pimples! If you get a bad breakout, the neosporin kills a lot of those bacteria, and settles the outbreak. |
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Heather123 wrote:
1) 5/9/2008 8:23:35 PM
I'm an esthnetician and I'm telling you out of concern that you do not need to do this. Neosporin may be over the counter, but it is still a very strong antibiotic. You skin will eventually build an immunity to it, and you may break out worse than ever. The only time I ever tell my clients to do this is when they have one that is very badly infected (usually from picking). I know this works and it is tempting to use it, but please reconsider only doing this when you have a really badly infected blemish. It should never be used as an every day/ every time treatment. |
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Weasel05 wrote:
1) 5/17/2008 3:16:47 PM
Actually using antibiotic treatments isn't good at all, sure it kills the original bacteria, but what it does is helps the ones that survive mutate causing antibiotic resistant bacteria to stay on your face, and in the end will cause more serious out breaks. |
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kbresse wrote:
1) 7/6/2008 6:31:46 PM
thanks! that's a great tip! I'll have to try it some time. |
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PRODUCT DIVA wrote:
2) 5/9/2008 10:28:01 AM
So nice to see someone debunking the myth that pimples go away after your teens and early twenties. My fav? GREEN. I went green long before it was in vogue. It covers a multitude of flaws. |
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curiousgrl wrote:
3) 5/9/2008 10:52:20 AM
I think a key thing to prevent/control pimples is resisting the urge to touch them and pick them. Our hands are full of bacteria and touching our face will only exacerbate the problem. It can be tempting but the results are not worth it. |
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XRainbow*SparkleX wrote:
3) 6/11/2008 8:25:25 PM
i heard(and i'm not saying this to be mean) somewhere that its not your hands but your hair getting in contact. i believe this because the only place i get really bad acne if i don't wash is on my forehead, and i have bangs. |
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NYer wrote:
4) 5/9/2008 10:59:24 AM
For pimples, I think it is important to leave them alone, and drink some water to cleanse your body. The Tea Tree Blemish Stick sounds intersting..works for scars and insect bites too! When it's summer at NY, the mosquitoes are out to get me. |
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Chelsey wrote:
5) 5/9/2008 11:00:15 AM
I generally use a pretty generous amount of Salicylic acid before I go to bed at night -- when I remember to. Mostly though, I've given up on fighting them, I figure they'll go away with puberty. |
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Annagram wrote:
5) 5/11/2008 10:53:12 AM
Darlin', blemishes do NOT always go away after puberty. I'm 57 and have really only had 'relatively' good skin for the past two years or so.
Benzoyl Peroxide cleanser and Salicylic Acid light lotion together work for me. And definitely don't aggravate them when they do appear. |
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ILKNUR wrote:
5) 7/6/2008 11:02:33 AM
I am sorry to say, most never go away after puberty. I am almost 40 and still battling with it. It gets worse during summer, so imagine my anger and frustration right now and the next 2 months. UGHHH |
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Treimaisma wrote:
5) 7/22/2008 8:45:47 PM
Sorry to tell you that the other two women who replied are right. I've been waiting for years to have clear skin and I've tried every product on the market with only minimal results. Somehow, it's just not fair that I'm in my 30's and still have to deal with this. |
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Tanya in her 40's wrote:
5) 6/16/2009 7:54:22 PM
Honey, I still fight pimples as much as when I was a teen-ager. |
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GenMurray wrote:
6) 5/9/2008 12:36:37 PM
Best tip is to use BARE MINERALS! My skin without makeup has improved in the 2 months I have used this makeup. I would get random pimples and now they are GONE! |
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cherzmasta wrote:
7) 5/9/2008 12:39:54 PM
My pimple be gone secret is using toothpaste. When I brush my teeth I dab a little on spots where I can feel them want to burst on out. After I wash my face it also leaves a fresh minty feeling on my face/spots. Til this day I haven';t had to deal with pimples. |
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rstar wrote:
7) 5/9/2008 4:17:05 PM
I heard that that didn't work, but seriously, did it work for you every time???? Because I have the worst breakouts |
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Blemish treatment wrote:
7) 5/12/2008 9:50:25 AM
i have done the toothpaste a few time. i think it all depends on what kind of pimple it is? not all acne is the same... |
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beautifulrock1 wrote:
7) 7/28/2008 4:01:19 PM
I have actually tried this and it does work. I think that it just dries out the pimple. |
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ash898989 wrote:
8) 5/9/2008 1:07:50 PM
i put toothpaste on my pimples that makes them smaller and then they go away |
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ILKNUR wrote:
8) 7/6/2008 11:04:12 AM
r u serious ?? |
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Brittany86 wrote:
9) 5/9/2008 1:11:44 PM
I find that drinking a lot of water really helps my skin. When I do get a breakout, however, I use a little dab of Neutrogena Rapid Clear Spot Eliminating Gel. It works so well. Like it says on the box, there really is noticeable improvement in 8 hours. I also just make sure to wash my face before I go to bed at night. |
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blonde4life wrote:
9) 7/6/2008 10:38:18 PM
adya gold water which is a mineral liquid that you can add to water. it is pretty amazing stuff. it doesnt affect everyone the same way but it tastes amazing anyways! go to adyawater.com to check it out!! |
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cLEAR wrote:
10) 5/9/2008 1:12:18 PM
my favorite product is Clean and Clear face wash with acne cream. It really clears up and improves your skin. The the price is affordable as well. You can buy the whole kit for about $15. Great deal! |
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HighOf75 wrote:
10) 5/12/2008 2:27:48 PM
I use the Clean and Clear kit too. It is absolutely fabulous! My skin always feels smooth and not oily. Also, my break-outs have been going down significantly! |
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Danily wrote:
11) 5/9/2008 1:14:07 PM
I have fought with pimples my whole live. They are slowly getting better with age. My tip is to wash the area with really warm water and then put toothpaste of your standard over the counter pimple cream on it. The trick is not to over do it. Do not touch it too much. |
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katieann25 wrote:
12) 5/9/2008 1:15:50 PM
I have really small pores, so when ever I get a pimple it hurts for at least a week before it even pops up enough to mess with. I always use Burts Bees ointment - with the mint and tea tree oil it saps up the zit and the ouch! |
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Cat wrote:
13) 5/9/2008 1:15:57 PM
I have used toothpaste overnight on the pimple to get red of the redness and help to dry it up. |
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Jess22 wrote:
14) 5/9/2008 1:17:38 PM
De-Stress! I find when I'm constantly worried about something, that's when I tend to break out, regardless of how strict my skin-care regimen is. Taking time to relax and stay organized/worry-free is how I try to make blemishes disappear. It's usualy easier said than done, but it doesn't hurt to try. |
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Bibi Burke wrote:
15) 5/9/2008 1:20:10 PM
Hi, in my opinion MILK OF MAGNESIA rules. A dab on the offending bump before bed and it will be gone or much smaller by morning. I also use it on my face as a mask and it makes my pores shrink super small! Highly recommend. |
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karly wrote:
15) 5/16/2008 7:21:05 PM
could you please tell me where to get this ,cause i have no idea.
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KataRocks wrote:
15) 6/6/2008 2:18:43 AM
My sister swears by this also. I have yet to try it. You can find milk of magnesia at drugstores, Wal-Mart, Dollar General,....pretty much anywhere. And it's cheap! |
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Lissy :) wrote:
15) 7/20/2008 6:06:19 PM
How do you turn MOM into a mask???? I have never heard of this. I have large pores and I would like to give this a try. Please let me know. |
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Hezett wrote:
16) 5/9/2008 1:23:34 PM
I use a product that started local but is becoming VERY popular very quickly; it is called SKIN FIX and it claims to fix anything (basically) wrong with your skin. I had a heatrash and it got rid of it over night. I have used it on eczema, as well as on blemishes and pimples. It smells very nice, and it is natural!! So check it out! http://www.skinfix.ca/
:)
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Chriztie wrote:
16) 5/13/2008 9:14:32 PM
hi. i tried going to that websit for skin fix and it took me to ask.com and said the site didnt exist. can you give me a link or something i can get to it by? |
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CarTe wrote:
17) 5/9/2008 1:24:30 PM
I love using witch hazel to dry out my breakouts, along with honey and milk face masks I make here at home:) |
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beautifulrock1 wrote:
17) 7/28/2008 4:08:29 PM
How do you make the honey and milk mask?
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Operachk19 wrote:
18) 5/9/2008 1:25:44 PM
When I have a really red spot from a pimple, I will take a drop of tea tree oil, a drop of honey and mix it on my finger and then pat it on the spot after I wash my face and let it sit overnight. It makes the redness go away the next morning. |
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NVthisQT wrote:
19) 5/9/2008 1:26:48 PM
If you use a little neosporin it will help the pimple, I also use a face mask from lancome which I use for spot treatments. Hope this helps! |
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N wrote:
20) 5/9/2008 1:27:40 PM
I use a product with Salicylic acid when I get a pimple and try not to touch my face at all. |
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jociekinz wrote:
21) 5/9/2008 1:28:50 PM
I know this sounds weird...Hydrogen Perioxide! Pour some on a cotton swab and blot on the pimple. It makes it hurt less, reduces redness, and helps heal. |
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Jodi wrote:
22) 5/9/2008 1:28:56 PM
I use tea tree oil as well but the line from the body shop since it is all organic. I also use plain white toothpaste paste....on really bad ones overnight. It has to be the plain old kind though, the anti tartar and whitening components tend to aggrivate the skin even more. |
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jessicab wrote:
23) 5/9/2008 1:29:06 PM
believe it or not, i dab a little toothpaste on my blemishes and they disappear. you always have toothpaste and don't have to worry about any product going bad or not being effective. i have been dabbing toothpaste on blemishes since high school and it still works! |
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ILKNUR wrote:
23) 7/6/2008 11:10:04 AM
r u serious ? |
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Shortie wrote:
24) 5/9/2008 1:29:24 PM
I use Stridex pads 3-5 times a day. It says to use them a max of 2-3 times a day but I've got a super oily face so I use them more. I also use those Biore nose Strips to remove the black heads there then I lay a Stridex pad on my nose for 5 mins and they take forever to come back! |
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Megan wrote:
25) 5/9/2008 1:30:07 PM
i use the clearasil vanishing cream thing. it works well and minimizes the pimple under your makeup! |
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La' Ronda wrote:
26) 5/9/2008 1:30:18 PM
I have acne prone skin, so this would be a great product for me to try!! Just this morning I woke up with a blemish. You always bring us great ideas!! Thanks |
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antiblonde wrote:
27) 5/9/2008 1:31:16 PM
i usually put toothpaste on them at night. it helps dry them out and makes them not as red. |
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verde wrote:
28) 5/9/2008 1:32:00 PM
Toothpaste! Dap a little on at night and it dries it RIGHT up! |
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Makeuplady wrote:
29) 5/9/2008 1:34:01 PM
Toothpaste dotted on overnight works well to drive out the spot!
However, if it continues visit a dermaltologist to make sure its not rosecea, which can look like pimples in slightly more mature ladies who should be past the pimple age. |
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CamilinhaW wrote:
30) 5/9/2008 1:34:09 PM
My secret is always to keep the skin clean and never ever ever go to the bed with makeup on your face! The soaps or acne control lotions with Salicylic Acid or Benzoyl Peroxide are great to fight against the pimples...
E.L.F. would create some Acne Control cosmetics, such as concealer with salicylic acid in there.... |
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sl2004 wrote:
31) 5/9/2008 1:34:13 PM
My skin scars very easily. If I get a scratch, it turns into a scar. So for pimples I usually put Vaseline on it if it bleeds, this helps to lighten the scar and make the acne scar less noticeable. I think this Tea Tree Blemish stick sounds interesting. Maybe it'll work better for me. |
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Finally wrote:
32) 5/9/2008 1:37:25 PM
I must try the Tea Tree Blemish Stick...I've tried many things including neosporin! I use a lot of cover stick. |
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Marylou wrote:
33) 5/9/2008 1:37:46 PM
Well...I just started using Proactiv. I started about a month ago and haven't really seen any results but so many people say that it works. I guess I just need to give it some time. If that doesn't work, I'll definitely have to try the blemish touch stick. Definitely sounds good, especially because of the natural ingredients. I'm all about natural. haha =) |
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bartenderqt wrote:
33) 6/5/2008 4:10:28 PM
I've used proactive for a while now. I have serious t-zone issues and have always broken out. Proactive has been a miracle for me. It will take about 6 weeks before you see a big difference. I've been told that it takes that long for it to bring all of the crap out of your skin...after about 6 weeks though, you should be amazed...I was. A number of years ago I tried it and then due to finances, had to discontinue, but my face stayed clearer than it had ever been for months afterwards! I've done dermatologists, pad, creams, toothpaste, masks, facials, etc. but Proactive seems to work better than anything else out there. Stick with it. I think you'll be pleased. |
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ChuC wrote:
33) 6/17/2008 3:29:39 PM
I used to use proactiv couple of years back for half a year and i had not seen any improvements. Now I've decided to go back on it again but the extra strength kind. Eventhough my blemishes is still there at least my skin complexion is more even and my skin texture is much smoother. I'm still giving it time.... |
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elf child wrote:
33) 6/20/2009 7:49:51 PM
Proactiv does not work. i used the stuff for about 6 months with no results before i finally gave up. it is merely a waste of time and money. |
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Toothpaste wrote:
34) 5/9/2008 1:37:55 PM
I also use toothpaste! It works magic!! Another thing to use is "boil ease"... Sounds gross, but totally works... Gets rid of those suckers asap!! |
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Mary wrote:
35) 5/9/2008 1:39:15 PM
This might sound weird but putting some toothpaste(not the gel kind) on a zit before bed gets rid of the redness by morning. |
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Abbey wrote:
35) 5/9/2008 3:05:13 PM
I suggest trying Cetaphil for a face wash. It's clean, light, and works well. Even though it's light, it gets rid of make-up and residue very easily. |
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MB wrote:
36) 5/9/2008 1:42:32 PM
Burts bees Herbal Blemish Stick works amazingly aswell!
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Tszap wrote:
37) 5/9/2008 1:43:32 PM
Use neosporin after a pimple becomes more of a cut - it will heal quicker, be less red and won't leave a scar |
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lexuality wrote:
38) 5/9/2008 1:43:32 PM
I noticed that eating spicey or greasy food really kills my skin.. I also noticed that the less I slept the more I broke out. I don't know if it's directly connected but I ate less spicier and greasier and got plenty more sleep. Drinking lots of water also has helped me too. Washing my face every morning and at night has help a bunch too. =) |
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a_mama wrote:
39) 5/9/2008 1:45:27 PM
I dab some apple cider vinegar on my blemishes at night and by morning they are smaller if not gone entirely. |
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K86 wrote:
40) 5/9/2008 1:46:20 PM
I use toothpaste. It generally works but the blemish touch stick looks really convenient to carry around and has more uses. Especially bug bites which drive me crazy. |
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De wrote:
41) 5/9/2008 1:40:37 PM
I have tried everything from different washes to mask. I think the one thing I found that works the best when washing my face was the pre-moistened wipes. This seemed to get my face clean and was quick. I do try to use a scrub once a week. But if anyone was a super solution that works all the time I am all ears. This stuff sounds like it is very handy to have and works in several aspects. |
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lissieinthesky wrote:
42) 5/9/2008 1:42:17 PM
PIMPLES! Seems like I've dealt with them forever. They always pop up right before something big is about to happen no doubt. My parents were always split on the idea of what to do with them. My Dad always told us to leave them alone because when he was a kid with acne that's what his dermatologist would tell him. Of course, he'd go in and they'd pick at them! Haha, oh well. :) Mom always ALWAYS picked at us non-stop, especially right before something was to happen - it was oh picture day! ahh a pimple! oh no, here comes Mom! *FLASH* and it's the WORST school picture ever!
The best advice I ever got from my mom was to not do what she did! She and her friends in highschool used to put toothpaste on her pimples. I've heard it does dry them out and help a bit, but she did say that the most important thing to do is wash your face! Day and night! And I can tell you, that when I do lol, it works! :)
For cover up I try to avoid using TOO much makeup. It always ends up that the more makeup you put on it, the WORSE it looks. And of course, do NOT pick in the morning when you're getting ready for work, or with dirty hands, etc.
Hope that helps! :) |
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dreamup wrote:
43) 5/9/2008 1:47:36 PM
i use Neutrogena Stress Control facewash and blemish gel and it seems to work pretty well in reducing redness and future breakouts. |
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WOW! I luv elf products wrote:
44) 5/9/2008 1:47:40 PM
Pimples....I hate them!!!!! Anything that will help, please please, yes. This looks promising! |
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Cynthia wrote:
45) 5/9/2008 1:49:46 PM
My pimple-be-gone secret is just to make sure that I don't touch my face by using hand sanitizer and that I use my face washes that have some sort of benzyl peroxide or sacylic (SP) acid. As well as drink more water. Natural things don't work for me. :( |
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Sierra wrote:
46) 5/9/2008 1:50:01 PM
My mother taught me to dab a bit of vinegar on it before I go to bed. I'm not sure WHY it works, I think it dries it out. Either way, I would do it, and come the next morning? No pimple. |
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REC wrote:
47) 5/9/2008 1:51:33 PM
Watch what you eat! I don't have allergies, but dairy products, processed/ refined flours and sugars, and other foods can really wreak havoc on your face (create pimples). Switch to more natural sources and you'll see a difference! |
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SwissM wrote:
48) 5/9/2008 1:52:07 PM
Whenever I notice a pimple starting I clean the area with witch hazel and apply an ample amount of Benzoyl Peroxide 10%. It is usually gone within two days. The witch hazel helps to reduce the redness but if it is still angry looking, swab some visine on it for a quick fix! |
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nrages wrote:
49) 5/9/2008 1:53:44 PM
I use pure tea tree oil and dab on blemishes. It dries them up quickly and they vanish quicker and without a trace!!! |
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felina wrote:
50) 5/9/2008 1:55:16 PM
I tried it and I thought it was good. My scars lightened and it worked on mosquito bites. I loved it. |
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Diva wrote:
51) 5/9/2008 1:57:14 PM
For pimples and blemishes I use RareMinerals Blemish Therapy, I love this stuff and it works. It's all natural ingredients.
I recommend it all the time to people. |
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Mandi wrote:
51) 5/13/2008 6:22:35 PM
How do I find this stuff? |
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huladiva521 wrote:
52) 5/9/2008 1:59:09 PM
I love the Desert Essence line, their face was is excellent. How convenient to develop a Blemish Touch Stick for consumers to have it on hand at all times. I will definitely be purchasing some for myself, daughter and nieces. Great item and love the tea tree ingredients! |
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makeup counters... wrote:
53) 5/9/2008 1:59:38 PM
i use LUSH's Fresh Farmacy face soap as an overnight spot treatment. it's got calimine, tea tree, lavender and chamomile to shrink those yucky zits in no time =) |
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Natalie wrote:
54) 5/9/2008 1:59:49 PM
the best thing to do is to wash your face every night and to avoid picking at or popping your pimples. I've suffered with pimples my entire life and most clreams or face washes dont help at all. |
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libby3360 wrote:
55) 5/9/2008 2:01:36 PM
My tip for getting rid of a pimple is to put some of the white regular cologate on it over nite and it will make it go down. |
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DramaQueenie1 wrote:
56) 5/9/2008 2:02:03 PM
i use Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Clearing Astringent. it really works.. I love it |
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Juicy wrote:
57) 5/9/2008 2:03:39 PM
I like to use tea tree oil, it's easy to use, the small bottle can fit into my purse as well as can be brought on flights when I'm travelling. of course, when I don't have that, I like to use hydrogen peroxide to dry the spot out a few times a day for faster healing! |
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Princearthurcharming wrote:
58) 5/9/2008 2:05:49 PM
Ugh. Zits.
I actually have a bit of a fun way to cover up a spot if it isn't oozing or terribly large.
Apply a beauty mark! Use either a stick on jewel or a dot of liquid eyeliner. If you only have one this is great. Dark brown eyeliner on a small spot looks pretty realistic, black is more for an evening out and the jewels are for fun. Victoria's secret makes expensive stick on felt dots that in my book look kind of silly. Save yourself the hassle and DIY.
For prevention of the occasional spot, (problem breakouts are usually hormonal in origin necessitating a trip to the derm or general doc. for help.) Gentle cleansing and using beta hydroxy acid and a benzoyl peroxide solution works great. Paula Begoun "The cosmetics cop" has some great info on her website.
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strmama2 wrote:
59) 5/9/2008 2:05:57 PM
I love to use hot washcloths on my face. I leave them on for about 15 minutes, and then apply Clinique acne treatment. It works great! |
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LuvJimmyB wrote:
60) 5/9/2008 2:05:58 PM
Salicylic acid is my method of attaching these bad boys. I have a body wash that has it in it and a face wash. |
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turtlegirl wrote:
61) 5/9/2008 2:06:01 PM
A while back my dad (who has diabetes) switched to a new type of blood sugar machine, so he was stuck with hundreds of tiny little sterilized needles that he no longer needed (they are about an inch long, and you pop off the plastic top to reveal a little needle). I grabbed them up quickly! I wash my face, clease the pimple with alcohol, and then use a brand new, very sharp, completely sterilized needle to pop the whitehead. Then I *very gently* push around it to get out all the infection. I then clease it again, and put on a dab of acne cream (there are a million brands). You can get these types of needles for pretty cheap on ebay if you don't want to buy them at the drug store.
I also always use redness-relieving eye drops on pimples to get the red out before I dab on a bit of concealer. That works great!
Any ideas for blackheads? They are my biggest struggle!!!
Happy Mother's Day!!! |
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miss girl wrote:
62) 5/9/2008 2:06:39 PM
I have used this product and it is wonderful. It clears them up overnight and I wouldn't recommened anything else. I love it. |
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Brandy L. wrote:
63) 5/9/2008 2:07:21 PM
I use neosporin on pimples that are really huge. Toothpaste is another pimple stopper. Although, I do use Tea Tree Oil, and that seems to work great. I use it all over my face to prevent breakouts. |
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MJMoore wrote:
64) 5/9/2008 2:07:29 PM
A great trick that I have heard and put to the test is something that is known for "getting the red out." Try Visine, it even says right on the bottle for redness and irritation which is exactly what nuisance pimples can be. |
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glee wrote:
65) 5/9/2008 2:08:59 PM
I also recommend Burt's Bees Herbal Blemish Stick. The featured ingredient is also Tea Tree Oil. "This blemish stick contains 10 effective natural herbal ingredients including willowbark, nature's version of salicylic acid, which clarifies and gently exfoliates skin to clear pores and help prevent breakouts. Combined with tea tree and juniper oils, known for their antiseptic and astringent qualities, and calendula to reduce inflammation and redness, this concentrated formula keeps your skin clear, naturally." - www.burtsbees.com |
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HCarlson wrote:
66) 5/9/2008 2:12:06 PM
I love the new Neutrogena Acne Repair System, it has a day moisturizer and a night blemish repair cream. I've been using it for over a month now and I really like it! Definitely try it, cheaper than Proactiv and works just as good, plus it smells better! |
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drrrama wrote:
67) 5/9/2008 2:12:48 PM
I've used clear eyes or visine to make it so that it clears the redness, this works wonders. |
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jonesi wrote:
68) 5/9/2008 2:13:04 PM
I have found that taking the supplement Tumeric works wonders for over all inflammation especially with acne and pimples. I take it orally in pill form 3x a day and up the ante when I am ovulating or having pms. I hear it also comes in a cream but BEWARE tumeric stains yellow in powder form. It is also a bit strong tasting in tincture form so I would stick to pill form. I have suffered 50% less since starting this regimen two months ago. |
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loudfrog wrote:
69) 5/9/2008 2:14:16 PM
I like a produvt that uses salisistic acid. It dries out the blemish quicker. Avon makes one in a stick form that I like and is very inexpencive. |
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Treadora wrote:
70) 5/9/2008 2:14:21 PM
I know it's going to be different for everyone, but for myself I've found that using Neutrogena Deep Clean Facial Cleanser works best. I've been using the Neutrogena facial products for years now. You have to be diligent with washing your face reguardless. The less you wash, the more you'll break out. I've also learned that no matter what you do there's always going to be some spot you can't get to go away.
I hadn't heard of the Tea Tree Blemish Stick before, but just a quick search shows favorable ratings so I may have to try it out.
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yogirl wrote:
71) 5/9/2008 2:14:23 PM
i love using benzoyl peroxide 10% it zaps zits almost overnight |
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yogirl wrote:
72) 5/9/2008 2:14:39 PM
i love using benzoyl peroxide 10% it zaps zits almost overnight |
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Starlily20 wrote:
73) 5/9/2008 2:16:37 PM
I've used toothpaste on the blemish overnight and that has worked well, but it always dries out my skin the next day. I've also heard of the honey and cover it overnight, but I've never tried it before... |
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Starlily430 wrote:
74) 5/9/2008 2:16:55 PM
I've used toothpaste on the blemish overnight and that has worked well, but it always dries out my skin the next day. I've also heard of the honey and cover it overnight, but I've never tried it before... |
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twystedsyster wrote:
75) 5/9/2008 2:17:34 PM
I am 44 and still get that one BIG pimple right before my aunt visits.I crush an aspirin up,mix with a little water to make a paste and dab it it as soon as I feel one coming on.It seems to help keep the redness and swelling to a minimum.I would definately like to try the Tea Tree Blemish Stick! |
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zits stink wrote:
76) 5/9/2008 2:18:37 PM
I was a lucky teenager who didn't get pimples in middle school when everyone else did. I thought I was in the clear! Fast forward to my mid- twenties, when all hell broke lose. I was out and about in the dating and working world with acne like a kid. How embarassing! My mother (who has always had pimple- free, wrinkle- free skin) told me that she exfoliates every single day with a buffing sponge and mild soap, and MOISTURIZER! Now in my 30s (gasp!), I still use the same skin care regimine as my mother, and I can honestly say that my skin looks better today than it has in years. And for that occasional pimple pop- up, I use Clean & Clear Spot Treatment, and its gone in a day. |
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HCarlson wrote:
77) 5/9/2008 2:19:18 PM
Also, I have very oily skin so if I don't use a good moisturizer especially in the summer, I seem to break out a lot. So I love love love Philosphy's Hope in A Jar, it's pricy but a little goes along way and it really has dramatically improved my skin's oiliness and it's helped even out it's texture. Another thing that I use if I get a pimple is hold a cold pack on it to reduce the redness and swelling. |
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Charlie's Girl wrote:
78) 5/9/2008 2:20:41 PM
When I was a teenager skin care and even some special makeup products were cultivated from my mother's kitchen. Cucumber peels for swollen "party" eyes, a little vanilla extract behind the ears, and my favorite was an actual oatmeal scrub/mask. To get rid of blemishes really quick, I'd cut a wedge of lemon and apply it directly to the facial culprit about four or five times a day. Any leftover juice was also great for getting rid of nail stains. |
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money wrote:
79) 5/9/2008 2:20:53 PM
I like to use different brands to get rid of pimples but a couple of home remedies I use is a little bit of rubbing alcohol on a q-tip and I dab the pimple with it. The alcohol dries up the pimple in one day then I use a little bit of a cover up stick to reduce the redness and the pimple. |
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pink girl wrote:
80) 5/9/2008 2:21:10 PM
I found that if I use a good exfoliator weekly it really helps to cut down on blackheads. I found one by dead sea minerals that is wonderful. |
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irishErin222 wrote:
81) 5/9/2008 2:21:26 PM
I find that if you drink plenty of water every day it helps keep your skin smooth and clear. But as most of us know that only does so much....I recommend using visine to remove the red from irritated pimples...it really works! Also be sure to wash your face every night before bed, its so important! |
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k8e wrote:
82) 5/9/2008 2:21:37 PM
I use a little dab of clay mask a few minutes before hopping in the shower to dry pimples out. |
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divinemilyne79 wrote:
83) 5/9/2008 2:21:37 PM
so, my old pimple remedy is good old toothpaste with peroxide and baking soda. this dries up stubborn zits, most times over night. and to keep scars at bay, pop a capsule of vitamin e and rub into skin on your face and neck. talk about soft healthy skin! it's amazing. |
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Cben wrote:
84) 5/9/2008 2:22:22 PM
My sister-in-law swears by toothpaste! She stayed with us for a few months and every few nights she'd walk into the living room with little minty green dots all over her face. For the most part, she appeared to have pretty clear skin, so I'd say it must work. Not sure if there is a difference between paste and gel though. :) |
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Andi wrote:
85) 5/9/2008 2:22:44 PM
Try dabbing on tiny bit of paste style toothpaste right onto the pimple and let it sit for as long as you can handle, overnight if you can and presto...it clears up right away. It's best to try this before the pimple comes to a head! |
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Olivia wrote:
86) 5/9/2008 2:23:11 PM
I always use regular old toothpaste to dry them up overnight!
It works every time! |
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minemovie wrote:
87) 5/9/2008 2:25:15 PM
I use a small dab of toothpaste on my pimples. I know it sounds weird but it really helps dry out the pimple very quickly. |
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shainalene wrote:
88) 5/9/2008 2:26:13 PM
Before I go to bed, I wash my face, tone, and apply moisturizer to my really dry areas, then I take plain toothpaste and dab a lil bit onto the pimples. In the morning I wash the toothpaste off and it has minimized the redness and oilyness of my pimples! |
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Mitch wrote:
89) 5/9/2008 2:28:24 PM
This comes at a great time, I've been dealing with breakouts since the birth of my last child and haven't been able to find anything that works well, I can't wait to try it. |
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Olivia wrote:
90) 5/9/2008 2:29:37 PM
Rubbing alcohol works amazingly well for clearing my skin, even though it tends to dry it up |
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kelly48fan wrote:
91) 5/9/2008 2:29:37 PM
Those acne systems that seem to be everywhere these days that have you put salicylic acid on your skin during the day and benzoyl peroxide on it at night actually have really worked for me. I used to end up with rashes if I used benzoyl peroxide all over my skin (why I couldn't handle Proactiv...) but it works wonders for spot treatment! |
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Kelseygirl wrote:
92) 5/9/2008 2:29:42 PM
that would be so helpful cause i can't help picking my acne so it would get rid of my scars!!! how much is it thought? |
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Ro wrote:
93) 5/9/2008 2:34:23 PM
Toothpaste at night before you go to bed really does help. The most important thing is to not pick at it, just gets worse. |
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Jurceka wrote:
94) 5/9/2008 2:34:42 PM
I use Differin for persistent pimples. It is a prescription medicine but it works really well for me. However, if I've got one of those horrid white heads, I warm up a bit of Tea Tree Oil and just apply it to the pimple for a while. By the morning it is usually gone. |
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Frenchgirl! wrote:
95) 5/9/2008 2:35:49 PM
I HAVE A PIMPLE NOW....and it is Friday night : (
I use toothpaste, baking soda and water, and straight up alcohal followed by a lot of oil free moistureizer!!
of course all my make up is clarifying so that helps a ton too!!
I have found that Proactive works too but ONLY if you use it EVERY SINGLE MORNING AND NIGHT...which i didnt hehehe I am a slacker!!
but until i find that one thing that clears it up right away I am sticking to concealer and dark lights at the clubs!
**Bisous**!! |
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drbeck wrote:
96) 5/9/2008 2:36:24 PM
When I feel (or see) a pimple coming on, I roll on some Burt's Bees Blemish Stick and then dab a little mud mask over the top and leave it over night. The tough ones take two nights, but they are usually cleared up without ever progressing to the gross and obvious stages! |
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amelia2534 wrote:
97) 5/9/2008 2:37:21 PM
i've heard toothpaste is really good for pimples. |
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brilliantblonde wrote:
98) 5/9/2008 2:37:27 PM
I thought the elf products wuld not be good because of their low price. I love the fact that they do geat, even better than the expensive brands. Brushes are wonderful, love the new bare products. Love the fact that some products are small enough to carry a lot in your emergency make up kit. |
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jewelz900 wrote:
99) 5/9/2008 2:39:38 PM
I dab some alcohol on the problem spot. It dries it up very quickly! Also use oil-free skin care (makeup and cleansers/moisturizers). |
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Lilz wrote:
100) 5/9/2008 2:39:49 PM
I use heat compresses and they work wonders for loosening up dirty pores to get rid of black heads and to take the sting out of full blown pimples. Heat kills the bacteria, too, so it's a win-win! |
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BR wrote:
101) 5/9/2008 2:40:09 PM
A dab of sulfur based clay mask at night will really help reduce the swelling. An ice cube also helps reduce the size & discomfort before going out. |
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MaKEuPADDiCt wrote:
102) 5/9/2008 2:42:43 PM
This is great especially with graduation around the corner... i would hate to wake up the day of with a HUGE pimple so this item is great |
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MaKEuPADDiCt wrote:
103) 5/9/2008 2:44:06 PM
This is great especially with graduation around the corner... i would hate to wake up the day of with a HUGE pimple so this item is great... i always use toothpaste |
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littleyellowpurse wrote:
104) 5/9/2008 2:44:15 PM
a ready supply of concealer!
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MaKEuPADDiCt wrote:
105) 5/9/2008 2:44:46 PM
This is great especially with graduation around the corner... i would hate to wake up the day of with a HUGE pimple so this item is great... i always use toothpaste its great |
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mrnegyrl wrote:
106) 5/9/2008 2:44:54 PM
I typically use Pure Simplicity's Neem mask. It's good for sucking all the bad gunk out of your face. It's also good for minimizing huge pores and especially good for those with oily skin. Since I have combo skin, I just put it on the bump and it's gone within a day or so. I've used it for at least 2-3 years and I love it. I do have to say that it does have a weird smell to it. And it does heat up a bit also. |
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gurlmo wrote:
107) 5/9/2008 2:47:31 PM
i apply a tinted drying cream (clearasil, neutrogena, almay concealer) a couple times a day to cover it and dry it in no time. |
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delindallayne4 wrote:
108) 5/9/2008 2:53:49 PM
I have tried the burts bees version of the desert essence blemish stick and it works pretty well, I usually only get acne once a month of course, I start by cleansing and then following with a clay based mask {olay makes a great one} or St. Helen{i believe that is the name} makes a mint julep mask that sucks the oil right out of your face- rinse and dab on the old trick of rubbing alchohol on the area and usually gone within a day. |
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Yvonne wrote:
109) 5/9/2008 3:03:02 PM
My secret is Milk of Magnesia, old wives tale, but it works well. |
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dallen wrote:
110) 5/9/2008 3:06:36 PM
Dissolve a few aspirins in lemon juice to make a paste. Cover pimples. |
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aicila-ava wrote:
111) 5/9/2008 3:15:11 PM
Use eyedrops to get the red out of the pimple, also use cocoa butter to prevent scars or brown marks being left from the blemish. |
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ten o six wrote:
112) 5/9/2008 3:31:48 PM
When I was about 12 my grandparents told me about ten o six. They bought me some and I have been using it ever since. You can't buy it in stores anymore but it can be purchased online. I get it from nexttag and their website is http://www.nextag.com/ten-o-six/search-html
This works well for me. |
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AAGGHH!!! :( wrote:
113) 5/9/2008 3:32:45 PM
I always miss the free coupon. Oh well. I'd buy this. |
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blonde (: wrote:
114) 5/9/2008 3:34:04 PM
i normally just use a wash cloth and put hot water on it, then press it to the pimple multiple times, then i ice it and wash it off and that normally gets it gone in 1 day or so |
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AAGGHH!!! :( wrote:
115) 5/9/2008 3:35:48 PM
Whoops, didn't read the whole thing. My secret is to just keep using Stridex pads every night right before bed. And I try to avoid easy fatty foods, unless I have disposable sheets that can take the oil off my face after it gets all greasy. |
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nanaj2 wrote:
116) 5/9/2008 3:36:46 PM
Pimple-be-gone! My little secret for those annoying bumps... stick-style antiperspirant! Just a little dab on those aggravating bumps as soon as they pop up and in just a few hours they're completely gone! |
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glendenny wrote:
117) 5/9/2008 3:53:45 PM
My favorite trick is to use hydrogen peroxide on the pimple if it has broken, then once it is dry, pat undereye concealer on top (thicker = better coverage) then setting with powder.
Washing every night with an oil free cleanser helps me too, I have oily skin. Keep them from popping up!
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Sparky wrote:
118) 5/9/2008 4:05:35 PM
funnily toothpaste does wonders - it dries my pimple but for that dark spot that gets left behind a dot of turmeric does it |
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Mizz_Dubber wrote:
119) 5/9/2008 4:11:11 PM
Ironically, I never had acne as a teenage. I was probably in my late 20's before I ever had a pimple. And no, I'm not super human!
Bar none, the very BEST thing I have ever used to quickly heal a blemish without scarring is any product with SULFUR in the ingredients. I guarantee that troublesome pimple will be gone in a flash! |
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CiCi wrote:
120) 5/9/2008 4:29:20 PM
I remember everytime I get stress out or hit my puberty. I tends to break out. that time I didnt eat healthy or drink plenty of water. so I break out, I would ice on it so it wouldnt get bigger. and use facial wash everyday. it helps to when i start drinking water and healthy food.. |
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kary wrote:
121) 5/9/2008 4:51:14 PM
Okay im totally one of those Uninvited guests. Im so happy to find out about this its something I really want to try out.
Thanks for the info..im Loving it ! :) |
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caroki wrote:
122) 5/9/2008 4:57:17 PM
I've found that liberal use of aloe vera gel prevents me from having breakouts of any type. I just put it on after I shower; it can be used virtually anywhere, even your hair~! Plus, it smells good. :D
If you don't want to buy it in gel form, you can buy the actual plant. They're easy to take care of, and when you need it, you can just slice open a leaf and rub it on. :D |
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pamphyila wrote:
123) 5/9/2008 5:09:31 PM
When my skin was oily, I discovered that just using regular hydrogen peroxide on my blemishes worked better for me than stronger drying commercial preparations - as it wasn't as harsh - & cheap, too!! |
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Duran baby wrote:
124) 5/9/2008 5:15:36 PM
OMFG I NEVER GET THE DANG COUPON!!!!!!
Anyways, what I use to keep my skin clear is to wash my face with this face wash: http://usa.lush.com/cgi-bin/lushdb/00077?expand=FacialCare
It smells AMAZING and takes away redness. For stubborn zits, I add a drop of water to the bar and make it a treatment for zits...great overnight. |
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Nic-a jette wrote:
125) 5/9/2008 5:15:45 PM
I like to use toothpaste to get rid of thost pesky pimples :-) |
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:) :) :) wrote:
126) 5/9/2008 5:53:44 PM
I have a small tube of a great clay mask for when pimples pop up. I put a dab of it on the blemish leave it on until it dries and my pimple is gone! |
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gwinevar wrote:
127) 5/9/2008 6:28:00 PM
I use tea tree oil soap on my flare up problem areas and tea tree oil on a wet cotton ball to really wipe below the surface. After a good gentle wash and rub I let my face air dry and then use a tea tree soothing gel for the really dry spots once I'm done.
It was the answer to my 10 year bout with all the time acne and now it helps between cycles too. |
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jennifer6090 wrote:
128) 5/9/2008 6:29:03 PM
THis is a great product cleared up my daughters mosquito bites its great and very recommended. |
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tally wrote:
129) 5/9/2008 6:52:28 PM
A small dab of toothpaste does the trick for me. |
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Hanns wrote:
130) 5/9/2008 7:38:55 PM
I love Clearasil. It takes a couple days, but if you rub it on every morning, after like 4 days, the pimples are gone! |
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momtofivecuties wrote:
131) 5/9/2008 7:44:09 PM
I try to keep acne away by drinking lots of water and cleaning my face every day. Also, Vitamin A and E help keep skin clear. When I have a pimple now and then I use a product by Clean and Clear or anything with benzoyl peroxide. |
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mandamob wrote:
132) 5/9/2008 7:47:58 PM
I use vitamin e oil on my pimples. |
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hello kitty wrote:
133) 5/9/2008 7:49:02 PM
I think the best way to dry out a pimple is to make sure you clean your face before bed really well... and to prevent pimples in the future make sure you always wash your face before bed and dont get to bed with makeup on your face...... to dry out the pimple try a dab of toothpaste.... |
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getdownsista wrote:
134) 5/9/2008 7:49:31 PM
Like many others I normally just wash my face and use some good old fashion toothpaste. Also, I sometimes dab a little alcohol on the pimple as well. They both seem to work for me. |
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M.C. wrote:
135) 5/9/2008 7:57:23 PM
I JUST GOT MY TEA TREE BLEMISH STICK AND I LOVE IT! I CAN ALREADY
SEE SUCH A GREAT DIFFERENCE. |
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Heather123 wrote:
136) 5/9/2008 8:16:30 PM
A treatment device like the Zeno, Thermaclear, or Pretika's DermaHeat (that I recommend because it works great, is around $50 and you don't have to buy replacement carthridges), all work really well, and yes I have them all. It works the best if you can catch the pimple before it breaks through the skin. If you can get it then, more often than not, it will be gone by the next day. I've also noticed that using a cleanser for acne makes my skin worse. I use a gentle cleanser twice a day, and use pure witch hazel as a toner (you can add a little lavender oil if you like). As for a moisturizer, if you have oily, acne prone skin, hazelnut oil is a GREAT moisturizer. It's an oil, but it is astringent, and it will balance out your skin's oil production. Just be sure to still use sun protection. My skin has cleared considerably after using this method. |
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annidav wrote:
137) 5/9/2008 8:26:09 PM
I keep my face clear of all makeup and apply small amount of mint julip mask and I don't touch it. I will be trying the Tea Tree Blemish Stick. **Thanks to all for your pimple be gone secrets** |
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Hockeewmn wrote:
138) 5/9/2008 8:29:14 PM
Toothpaste actually really helps. |
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ACP wrote:
139) 5/9/2008 8:31:30 PM
Toothpaste dries 'em out overnight. |
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raynette wrote:
140) 5/9/2008 8:48:54 PM
I don't know if there is science to back this up, but it seems that the more tea I drink the clearer my skin stays. I like herbal teas because they are naturally decaffinated, so I don't have to be worried about being kept awake at night. |
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Ginn wrote:
141) 5/9/2008 9:07:19 PM
I like to make a mask of 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbs honey, and 2tbs of quaker oatmeal. Mix well and let sit for one hour in refrigerator, place on face and soak in a hot bath and relax. Your skin will love you after. I usually do this once a week to escape the world of madness outside. |
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Kat du Jeran wrote:
142) 5/9/2008 9:09:57 PM
I've used this product for years and I love it, its especially great for puffy eyes in the morning. It even stop the itching on bug bites. The only problem is that if you have dry skin, it can leave your skin somewhat dry after using it. |
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MzShanon wrote:
143) 5/9/2008 9:50:33 PM
I find sulfur masks to be very helpful in reducing painful irritated pimples. I also use it as a spot treatment overnight on those painful cysts. |
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Blonde Gothic wrote:
144) 5/9/2008 9:54:25 PM
WASH YOUR PILLOWCASES.
I started washing my pillowcases once a week and saw a dramatic decrease in breaking out and skin irritation. Think of all the grit and grim from your hair or from drool or just the day itself and it builds on the pillows. Washing them once a week eliminates that and helps decrease breakouts. It helped me. |
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Lipglosslover wrote:
145) 5/9/2008 10:00:07 PM
I just use toothpaste overnight to harden the pimple and sometimes I use benzoyl peroxide 5-10% formulation for extreem zits or I let nature take its course and rid of the pimple or sometimes I use Preparation-H. Just dab a tiny bit when its starting to form and it will shrink it. |
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Mary-Sue Slayer wrote:
146) 5/9/2008 10:04:56 PM
Asprin. You can use is as a facial mask or as spot treatment. Just take 1-5 asprin tablets, add some water and let them dissolve, mix it up and use it anywhere you need it. Wait until it dries and rinse off. Use once a week for spot-free skin. Just make sure you moisturize after you use it, especialy if you have dry skin. |
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JSD wrote:
147) 5/9/2008 10:29:09 PM
Call me old school, but I still dab a bit of toothpaste on my pimples overnight and they actually "deflate" by the morning. I don't know why this works, but it does! |
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falalalala wrote:
148) 5/9/2008 10:35:29 PM
I use witch hazel every night and it works really well. Sometimes i also wipe my face with Stridex after the witch hazel and my face is mostly clear in the morning! |
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LMiller wrote:
149) 5/9/2008 10:41:41 PM
On the big red pimples that never seem to go away, believe it or not just plain toothpaste does the trick. Also, Neosporin clears pimples up fast as well! |
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emgeee! wrote:
150) 5/9/2008 11:45:02 PM
if you need to get rid of pimples over night colgate plain white toothpaste dries out your zit overnight. if you need on the spot treatment, ice reduces swelling. |
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k28t27 wrote:
151) 5/9/2008 11:46:33 PM
Has anyone tried putting toothpaste on your pimple? I'm sure thats the most common, but also to get rid of the redness (not only in your eyes) but of your pimple but some visine on it, also for a facial... pepto bismal works best, even mixing kitty litter with water can work as a face mask. I know the kitty litter one sounds gross, so if you don't want to try that definitely try the Pepto Bismal facial, it works better than any other peel off face mask, and it leaves your skin feeling so smooth. |
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JDSA wrote:
152) 5/10/2008 12:11:41 AM
Using hemorrhoid cream, even the cheap drugstore kind, will not only lessen the redness & irritation of a pimple but help shrink it down from an red, bulged annoyance |
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JDSA wrote:
153) 5/10/2008 12:12:40 AM
Using hemorrhoid cream, even the cheap drugstore kind, will not only lessen the redness & irritation of a pimple but help shrink it down from a bulging, red annoyance that it starts out as |
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crybergman wrote:
154) 5/10/2008 1:59:43 AM
For pesky pimples first I try not to squeeze them, if it needs to be done I try not to over due it. Then I just wash my face massaging the cleanser in and rinsing off with lots of water. I only wash once a day unless I have worn make up and then I just rinse with water the second time so that I don't dry out. |
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jtowngenie wrote:
155) 5/10/2008 3:37:21 AM
Toothpaste! It sounds crazy, but put a little dab on a bright red sore one and it will start to not only disappear but be less painful! Any brand will work, too! |
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Lollipop wrote:
156) 5/10/2008 3:45:48 AM
Using a mild astringent such as witch hazel before applying make up and also before bedtime seems to reduce my breakouts. Also, when I do get a blemish - taking ibuprofen seems to reduce inflammation and using a small dab of toothpaste dries it out! |
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tribecca wrote:
157) 5/10/2008 4:24:55 AM
I use Clean & Clear Persagel and it works great. |
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indreams wrote:
158) 5/10/2008 5:45:36 AM
I find that using something somewhat drying helps because my skin is so oily. i got a prescription cream that is my new beauty miracle. it i better than anything i tried from a store (and i tried them...proactive, aveda, clean and clear, biore.....) i highly recomend seeing a doctor if nothing in the store helps.
oh and dont touch the offending spots! no matter how tempting..... |
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moose girl wrote:
159) 5/10/2008 9:24:15 AM
i use noxema towllets they already have to soap in them so they are easy to use and you just throw them ayaway when you are done so everyday i use one of those and and every other day i use apricot scrub after every day after do that i put on an avon product called nutura then in the morning i use mary kay acne gel i always know when i forget to do this because i break out really bad |
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RckNRollBlues wrote:
160) 5/10/2008 10:03:20 AM
I just put toothpaste on mine! |
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kkk wrote:
161) 5/10/2008 10:27:01 AM
I have always used Tea Tree oil for blemishes. This is the first blemish stick I've seen and can't wait to try it. |
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TLC wrote:
162) 5/10/2008 11:42:46 AM
An overnight cure for zits that I have become attached to is toothpaste. Just dab a little on the blemish right before you go to bed and in the morning the blemish will have shrunk dramatically. But make sure the toothpaste you use doesn't have the tartar protection or anything fancy. You just want the regular light blue toothpaste. Also, take some Ibuprofen to help the swelling go down as well as the redness. IT WORKS, trust me! |
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SuperLexi wrote:
163) 5/10/2008 11:42:50 AM
My pimple-gone-secret is that I put some neosporin directly on a pimple after I have popped it. (Please do this at night). |
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dvg wrote:
164) 5/10/2008 12:13:16 PM
I love tea tree oil as well! But first, I usually wet a wash cloth with warm water and hold it over my face - especially any area with a pimple - this opens the pores and then I apply the tea tree oil. It works great to dry up the pimple. It also helps to make sure you remove all your makeup before bed. Be kind to your face and keep it clean of makeup when you can. =) |
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MsPoca22 wrote:
165) 5/10/2008 1:11:12 PM
I put a little bit of alcohol on a cotton ball, clean the pimple and apply Clean and Clear Acne Advantage Spot treatment. Just don't pop the pimple! The more you mess with it, the more your skin will scar. |
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toasted wrote:
166) 5/10/2008 1:24:56 PM
Benzoyl peroxide, it dries them up like heck. |
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toasted wrote:
167) 5/10/2008 1:25:06 PM
Benzoyl peroxide, it dries them up like heck. |
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sarahjane wrote:
168) 5/10/2008 2:43:22 PM
I usually wash the area at least three times a day, and then leave a little dab of the soap on the spot overnight! It doesn't work everytime, but it definitely seems to at least speed things up! |
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batyisrael wrote:
169) 5/10/2008 8:06:11 PM
It sounds really weird, but honey on a bandaid works miracles. |
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BKchick wrote:
170) 5/10/2008 8:41:38 PM
I know this might sound gross, but I promise it really works. When I feel a pimple coming, what I do is put some of my saliva on it and it clears up within a day or two. |
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Bethany wrote:
171) 5/10/2008 10:42:58 PM
i have used toothpaste before. just use enough to cover it and leave it on over night. also, if you apple cide vinegar that also works |
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Diane wrote:
172) 5/11/2008 1:36:18 AM
I use this over the counter drug called Zypzap and it works wonders! It is 10% benzoic Acid or something and so it's really strong. It can be drying but just don't overdo it! |
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golosa wrote:
173) 5/11/2008 3:08:44 AM
my friends told me about this product and said its really good... i tried it and i likes so i just wanna wait a little bit and then buy it!! |
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MistyShain wrote:
174) 5/11/2008 8:44:38 AM
Can't stand those nasty visitors. It makes me feel better to know I have something to fend 'em off with. |
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Anna Banana wrote:
175) 5/11/2008 11:53:16 AM
AHH! im so excited to get this! i have so many zits that are still on my face since 2 weeks a go! |
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lora wrote:
176) 5/11/2008 12:46:06 PM
that sounds great!!!!!!!!!! |
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Diva1 wrote:
177) 5/11/2008 1:01:20 PM
My tip for removing pimples is using toothpaste. Dab white toothpaste, not the gel kind,and let it sit on your face overnight. |
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ams wrote:
178) 5/11/2008 3:00:35 PM
Put a little toothpaste on at night and in the morning the blemish will be dried up and the redness is reduced |
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drea wrote:
179) 5/11/2008 4:08:59 PM
i use a dab of plain white tooth paste on the blemish to dry it out. leave it there while you do your hair or eat breakfast or somehting. if its a really bad one you can even do it iver night. it dries out the pimple. then take a wet rag and micrwave it for about 30 seconds to get it really hot. hold over face for a couple of minutes then wash as usual. after you wash you face with hot water you should always rinse with cold water to close the pores. |
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court wrote:
180) 5/11/2008 4:56:07 PM
I have my favorite soap which is by Johnson and Johnson. It is the liquid form of purpose! WONDERFUL!!! It won't dry out your face at all! |
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Burkester wrote:
181) 5/11/2008 7:01:51 PM
i often put ice on them. i find that it really brings down the redness :) |
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Sarah1208! wrote:
182) 5/11/2008 8:37:40 PM
Hey that stick looks really interesting, where can I get it from? |
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tulyssa wrote:
183) 5/12/2008 1:08:02 AM
this looks cool! |
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rcpm wrote:
184) 5/12/2008 8:58:47 AM
I use lemon,and tumeric paste. Indian people use tumeric alot to remove marks on their skin, and the lemon not only makes your face smell lemmony fresh it also dries up the pimple...well for me that is!!! |
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leezy wrote:
185) 5/12/2008 12:00:19 PM
Great site, love the makeup! Cant wait to get my stuff i ordered today! |
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Blemish treatment wrote:
186) 5/12/2008 9:47:12 AM
I have a great blemish treatment that I have found works with my combination skin. Its very easy and you make it at home; most of us have these ingredients at home and if you dont, its very inexpensive.
Tomato Blemish Remedy
1 tomato, ripe, chopped
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 T instant style oatmeal or old fashioned rolled oats
Blend all ingredients until just combined, in a paste. Apply to blemished skin, making sure the mixture is thick enough to stay in place. Leave in place 10 minutes. Remove with damp washcloth, and rinse and tone.
Good luck!
Cris B. |
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charz wrote:
187) 5/12/2008 12:37:26 PM
is this out already? i would really like to try it out =)
i really do hate all those uninvited guests that show
up out of now where... |
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jamiec07 wrote:
188) 5/12/2008 2:27:01 PM
i would be extremely excited to try out this new product! i try everything to clear up those problem spots. ick! |
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HighOf75 wrote:
189) 5/12/2008 2:31:46 | | | |
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