“Pimple, pimple go away, come back another….Oh, don't even bother”. Most of us can relate to this very phrase. Don't you agree? After all, who wants acne? Not us, at least. The very fear of having a breakout right before an event or when you want to look your best is oh-so-relatable. Acne/pimples occur when the pores in your skin get blocked due to the accumulation of oil, dirt, and dead cells. Acnes are common but quite irksome for most of us. Popping them is never a solution. It can cause pain and sometimes leave an ugly scar on your face. So, it is better that you take the right approach to solve the acne problem. Using acne patches or spot treatment is one of the safest and most convenient ways you can treat acne. To make things easier for you, we have seven listed DIY acne patch treatments you can try.
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Quick Natural Patch Tests To Get Rid Of Pimples
1. Blister Paper Hack
You can easily make some acne patches using blister paper. You just have to buy some blister paper from a nearby medical store or online and cut out small disc-shaped patches. Make sure that the patches are big enough to cover your acne.
2. Apple Cider Vinegar Patch
For this, you have to take two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar along with 2 tablespoons of water in a bowl. Take a few cotton pads and let them soak the liquid. Then place the pads on your acne and let it sit for about 20 minutes.
3. Hydrocolloid Bandages
Yes, you can also make an acne patch using hydrocolloid bandages. Just buy some from the medical store and cut small patches using scissors. Now apply these to your acne to heal them.
4. Green Tea Ice Cubes
Green tea is known for its various health benefits and it can also help heal acne. Now you cannot pour a glass of hot green tea on your face. So freeze it in an ice tray to make small cubes. Now rub them gently on your acne.
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5. Baking Soda
Another way you can target your acne and get rid of them effectively is by using baking soda. This is a spot treatment technique where you have to mix baking soda and distilled water together before applying the paste to your acne. It will help clean the pores and prevent inflammation.
6. Aspirin
Crush a few aspirin tablets and mix the powder with water to make a paste. Apply the paste to your acne. This spot treatment may not work for everyone but it is said to be effective in reducing inflammation.
7. Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is another natural ingredient that can be used to remove acne. It exfoliates the skin while the citric and L-ascorbic acid present in it helps in healing acne. You can dip a cotton ball in lemon juice and gently dab it on the acne.
Do note that before you choose to go ahead with any natural ingredient, perform a patch test to check for allergies and consult your dermatologist.
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