From time to time, no matter how we try to take care of our skin — pimples happen! When you need to clear up your skin quickly try one of these overnight tips.
Maybe you have a big interview tomorrow or a date that you want to look your best for. Or perhaps you’re just tired of having breakouts, and you want your skin clearer now.
There may not be a miracle cream that gets rid of pimples immediately, but you still have options. There are a few things you can use to clear up your skin overnight and get rid of those bright red blemishes that cause so much self-consciousness!
In the worldwide beauty industry, there are some methods the pros use to clear up skin fast. When you need to be as pimple-free as possible by tomorrow morning, try these nine simple-yet-expert tricks!
1. Clean Your Skin
Washing your face is on that everyday to-do list you learned as a child. But if you don’t realize why it’s so important, it’s tempting to skip it, especially when you’re busy or tired.
Over the course of the day, your body accumulates dirt, debris, and bacteria. If you don’t wash it off regularly, it gets deep into your pores. Then if you don’t clean your face in the morning, the bacteria and germs on your pillowcase and sheets stay on your face all day!
This cleansing step is essential to prevent future breakouts and keep the yuck off your body as much as possible. Mild cleansers also help get rid of the breakouts you have. They clear your face from the dirt and grime that irritates your acne.
2. Use a Gentle Exfoliant
Turn to exfoliants to get rid of dead skin cells. These clog your pores and result in pimples.
If you’re in the midst of a breakout, a gentle exfoliant can minimize the impact of your acne.
When you exfoliate, you’re removing dead skin cells from your body. Your skin does this naturally, but the process isn’t working like it’s supposed to if you have acne. You may need an exfoliant to give it a little boost.
As dead skin cells pile up on your skin, they clog the pores and create acne.
Regular, gentle exfoliation:
- Smoothes your skin
- Makes it softer
- Brightens your overall complexion
It also gets rid of the dead cells and your skin’s sebum, which create breakouts.
3. Give Yourself a Facial
Sheet masks are one of the newest products in the beauty industry. They are extremely popular because they hydrate your skin fast without caking on a mask and leaving it there until it dries.
Some sheet masks do more than hydrate, though. If your skin is acne-prone and you want to clear it up fast, use a sheet that treats blemishes while moisturizing.
Natural facials are another crowd favorite today. As consumers learn the truth about harmful chemicals in many products, they prefer to use organic methods.
Oatmeal face masks are natural facials that are easy to do yourself at home. Since the oatmeal absorbs the oil from your skin, these are some of the best facials you can do to get rid of acne.
4. Steam It Out
Nothing feels as good as a steaming hot shower, and the steam is good for your skin, right?
Well, not really.
A hot shower at steam-building temperatures can irritate your skin and cause even more acne. Hot water opens your pores and increases the sebum production in your skin.
Opt for lukewarm water if you can. If you must have a scalding hot shower, follow it up with a cold rinse before you get out and moisturize immediately.
Steam does have its benefits, though, if done right. Fill a large pot about halfway with water and let it boil. Pour the boiling water into a deep, clean bowl. Lean into the steam without touching the water and let it cover your face. Hold that position for about three minutes.
This not only adds moisture but also gets rid of any impurities in your skin without annoying your pimples and making them worse.
5. Try Some Organic Fixes
Humans have been using natural remedies for healthcare for millennia. Yes, even thousands of years ago, people had pimples.
Some of those organic fixes still work today and may be as good as or better than over-the-counter products!
Aloe vera, for instance, has antibacterial properties that make it helpful in treating open wounds and burns. Apply some to your pimples to soothe them and help them heal faster.
You’ve probably seen cucumber as an ingredient in a lot of skincare products. That’s because this vegetable has hydrating ingredients, Vitamin C, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Slice a cucumber up and place it on your pimple for 30 seconds. Repeat after five minutes, or try one of these cucumber beauty fixes.
6. Freeze it Off
Ice has a natural anti-inflammatory effect; making it a go-to treatment for sprained ankles, painful bumps, and other injuries.
But did you know it can also help with pimples?
Pimples are the result of a clogged hair follicle. While ice can’t unclog the dead skin cells and sebum, it can reduce the redness and swelling that come along with them.
To freeze your blemish away sooner, follow these steps:
- Clean your face with a gentle cleanser.
- Wrap an ice cube in a washcloth. Don’t apply ice directly to your skin.
- Hold the ice cube against your pimple for one minute, then remove it. Repeat after five minutes.
Since the ice only reduces the swelling, you’ll still want to treat the area with an anti-acne product after you finish freezing it away.
7. Soak Up the Excess Oil
Even with a nice, clean face, you’re still going to have some oil left. Using a product that has clay in it eliminates the residual oil.
Yes, clay.
The practice of applying clay to one’s skin has been around for thousands of years. Mud baths were thought to have almost supernatural powers. Today, spas charge hundreds of dollars for the privilege of a clay and mud bath.
Clay kills bacteria and mold. It absorbs sebum in the skin, making it a popular anti-acne ingredient. However, it can dry your skin out, too. Use these types of products only when your skin is oily or you are dealing with a breakout.
8. Grab a Spot Treatment
Spot treatments usually have a blemish-reducing ingredient like salicylic acid in them. The active ingredients aim to get rid of the dead skin cells in the top layer of the pimple. Then they start targeting the inflammation to reduce the swelling.
Clear spot treatment products are great because you can carry them with you and apply them throughout the day.
The more you put them on, within the product’s instructions, the faster your pimples will leave you alone.
9. Use a Hydrating Overnight Facial Mask
Before you go to bed, cover your face in a hydrating overnight mask. If you’ve never used one before, you’re in for a treat.
Overnight masks act as a barrier against bacteria and debris. At the same time, they’re also working as a sealant to keep the good stuff locked in your skin.
With an overnight facial mask, the ingredients get to work on the deepest level because your face is calm and still. The anti-acne ingredients powerfully attack your blemishes while you sleep!
Conclusion
Pimples are never fun, but they’re not the nightmare they used to be. Now that we know the best ways to get rid of blemishes, it’s easy to tackle them early and minimize the problem at the source.
These nine tricks will work overnight to help you get clear, smooth skin quickly!
[Author bio]
Dominique Daniels has five years of Property Management experience working primarily in high-end apartment community living. Her ability to consistently deliver white-glove services to her residents and prospects has propelled her in a successful career that now finds her leading the Tobin Estate Apartments team.
