If you want to know how to get rid of pimples fast and naturally overnight, then there are various ways to do this
before having to go and see to your doctor or dermatologist or even go to the pharmacy to buy medical treatments.
No. 10 is the best and may actually surprise you.
We’ve all had pimples at one stage during our lives and your zits can be quite embarrassing and painful at times.
If you have acne on your face, you no doubt want to avoid public exposure and it may hurt.
There are many natural ways to get rid of acne fast and it will depend on each person and their skin type as to what the solutions are.
Therefore, you have to try out different methods and tricks to see what works for you personally.
If you use your finger to apply something, make sure it is clean or use a cotton swab, spoon or clean brush.
The worst thing you can do to a zit is to try and squeeze out the pimple as it may cause severe inflammation. See the methods outlined when you want to pop a pimple.
Before applying any of these solutions, wash the part of the body that is affected by pimples such as the face, forehead, shoulders, nose, back, lower lip, neck, chin, hairline, chest, buttocks or legs.
It goes without saying that you should wash your hands first. Also make sure that the tools you use to wash and dry your face or body is squeaky clean.
When it comes to pimples and the spreading of it, cleanliness is of utmost importance, therefore, you must also avoid touching your face or other affected areas at all cost when having pimples.
Also, make sure that whatever you use, test it on a small part of your skin (such as your arm) before applying it all over your face if you are riddled with pimples. This is to test for any negative reaction that you may have to the treatment.
You may think that some of the homemade remedies here will not work at all, but don’t write it off until you have tried it. You never know. Here are some tips and life hacks that varies from overnight results to results within a week or sometimes a little bit more:
1.) If you want to know how to get rid of pimples fast, start with ice
This is a natural home remedy for acne that is quick and one of the easy diy ways to get rid of pimples now. This is one of the best ways recommended by some dermatologists and some even tout it as a secret way to fight pimples.
Applying ice to your pimple will reduce the swelling and inflammation and therefore it will take less time for the pimple to heal. Never put ice directly onto your skin.
- Put an ice cube into a piece of cloth and apply it directly to the pimple.
- Leave the ice on for 1 to 2 minutes and then remove it.
- If necessary, after 5 minutes, try again for 1 to 2 minutes.
- After this, use some of the other home remedies as discussed here.
Side effects: Leaving the ice on for too long can harm the surrounding skin and cause freezer burn, therefore, be careful.
Ice is also useful to relief a headache as well as fading bruises away.
2.) Using lemon juice as treatment for acne
This remedy has been used by quite a few people with positive results and is very popular. Some people have seen excellent results with this within a day or two.
Lemon juice is anti bacterial and contains acid that helps remove the oil in your pimples to make it dry. Some people also report that lemon juice helps with pimple scars and marks.
- Squeeze out some fresh lemon juice. Some people get better results by rubbing a freshly cut lemon directly on the pimple.
- Apply to affected area and leave it on for as long as possible…. you can also leave it on overnight.
- Wash your face.
Side effects: Depending on the sensitivity of your skin, it can cause a stinging sensation on your pimple or even lighten the skin temporarily, therefore… test it first before using it for a longer period. Not recommended for sensitive or dark skins.
Lemon juice can also cause your skin to dry out if you use it long term.
Lemon juice can also be used for a wide variety of conditions such as helping and removing stretch marks, dandruff treatment, pimple mark reduction and more.
3.) Treat pimples and scars by using honey
Yummy! The sweet taste of honey. Honey is one of those delicacies from nature that has a lot of uses and can even increase longevity. It is antibacterial and has antioxidant properties that are the perfect home remedy for treating zits fast and quickly.
An interesting fact is also that honey is acidic in nature with a pH of between 3 – 4.5. Due to honey also being hygroscopic, it will absorb the moisture of the pimple and reduce swelling.
Use organic or raw honey if possible.
- Use as a short term cure only.
- Apply honey to the pimple and leave for 30 minutes.
- Wash with warm and then cold water.
Side effects: Overuse might cause even worse pimple breakouts due to an over active immune response from the body. Use one or two times only as a quick remedy.
Honey is also beneficial for growing hair and works for blackheads as well.
4.) So, is Epsom salt the answer then?
Epsom salt is another household product that is common in many homes. One of the main uses is for body detoxification by drinking it. It tastes horrible and acts as a laxative… so, don’t plan a weekend away when you use it.
An Epson salt bath is also beneficial to the body and skin. Epsom salt can be used as a face mask, but to test, rather apply it topically.
Epsom salt contains magnesium which is beneficial to overall body health and will dry out the pimple. Gets rid of back acne as well and can basically be used for any part of the body infected with small or big pimples.
It gets a lot of great reviews and since it is so cheap, people are less likely to promote this for commercial purposes.
- Mix 2 parts of Epsom salt with 2 parts of lukewarm water to help it dissolve quicker.
- Apply on zit and leave overnight.
- Wash with water.
- If it works, repeat daily.
Side effects: Can cause skin infection. Will definitely cause a running stomach when drinking it.
5.) Turmeric as a treatment to get rid of pimples and scars
Turmeric is a cheap spice that has anti-inflammatory properties. Apart from treating pimples and scars, this spice has numerous health benefits such as fighting cancer and will also help you to sleep better.
As for treating acne, it is best to mix it with a combination of lemon, lime or aloe juice, almond oil, honey or milk.
Try out any combination i.e turmeric and aloe juice, turmeric and almond oil, etc. Use a bit of flour if you want to make it into a paste. You don’t want to use turmeric if you have to appear in public, since the stains it causes can be difficult to get rid of.
- Mix 1 part of turmeric with 1 part of the selected substance. Use a tea or table spoon.
- Apply the mixture to the acne and leave for 30 minutes until dry.
- Wash the zit with lukewarm water.
Side effects: Turmeric can cause stains and can burn sensitive skins. Turmeric will also stain clothes and other items that it comes into contact with.
Well, if you want to be beautiful, I am sure a light yellow face won’t stand in your way. Heck, if nothing else works for you, try this.
Turmeric also helps to remove a stye.
6.) Should you use banana peels (skin) to get rid of pimples and scars?
Banana peels? Huh? Yes, but it may not work as fast as you like. This could take up to 4 days or longer, so use it daily. If no other method works, you could try this super cheap method for clearing those ugly zits to make it go away.
Why do banana peels help acne and reduce scars? They contain anti oxidants, fatty acids and other beneficial ingredients that are good for the skin.
- Use a ripe banana skin… the riper it is, the better the effects will be.
- Rub the inside of the banana skin on your pimple for a few minutes until the white on the inside is gone.
- The longer you leave it on, the better. You could also leave it on overnight and then wash your face when you wake up.
7.) Is coconut oil a good way to get rid of acne and scars?
Yes and no. Coconut oil by itself has a lot of health benefits and is highly recommended, especially to grow hair faster.
Using coconut oil to treat acne and scars seems counter intuitive since it is oily and some experts recommend staying away from oil or oily foods.
However, due to coconut oil having anti-bacterial properties and has anti-oxidant qualities, it has been shown to reduce pimples and scars in some people.
Coconut oil also contains lots of vitamin E, which helps with skin problems. Unfortunately, this treatment is not for everyone who has pimples, but if you have a dry skin, it could work for you.
If any of the other home remedies burn your skin, then use coconut oil since it will not burn.
A lot of people rave about using coconut oil as a remedy for acne and this is the only remedy they use and recommend. Healing can be fast and overnight, but for others, it may take a few days.
Coconut oil on your face is not a pleasurable experience, since it feels oily and the smell can be irritating. This also works for younger people.
- Use organic virgin coconut oil.
- Make sure that you have washed your face thoroughly.
- Rub a little bit of coconut oil onto your pimple and leave for a few minutes. You could also leave it on overnight.
- Then wipe or wash it off.
- Continue every day until your acne has dissipated.
Side effects: Coconut oil may have the opposite effect in that it can make your acne worse. It will depend on what type of skin you have… therefore, it is strongly recommend that you test it first.
8.) Does baking soda help with acne?
It depends. Some people rave about it, while others warn against it. It is recommended that you use it once in a while and not as a long term treatment. Once again, this is a method that you must try for yourself to see if it works.
Baking soda is something that many people use for a lot of things and you would probably have it stored in a cupboard at home. Apart from treating acne, backing soda has a lot of other uses such as relieving heartburn as well as uses that are not specific to food.
- Mix 1 part of water with 1 part of baking soda to form a paste. Use a tea or table spoon.
- Apply to the face for 5-20 minutes until dry. Some people rub it lightly.
- Wash the infected area with water.
Side effects: Can irritate sensitive skins.
Baking soda also helps to get rid of dandruff permanently and to remove blackheads.
9.) Get rid of pimples by using toothpaste?
So, does toothpaste get rid of pimples? Is it something that you heard from your grandmother or does it really work? It depends…. Your skin type and the type of toothpaste you are using will have an influence.
This is a quick home remedy if nothing else is available. Some people swear by it but most recommend against it. It will dry out the pimple depending on the ingredients of the toothpaste.
Avoid the gel type and only use white toothpastes (without fluoride if possible), preferably one that contains mint. If you have a dry skin, don’t use it.
- Add a little bit of toothpaste to your pimple and leave it on during the day… you can also apply it before you go to sleep and leave it on overnight.
- Then wash and clean your face with water.
Side effects: This method can cause redness and irritation to the skin and some people have reported that it makes the skin lighter if left on for too long.
10.) So, How do you get rid of pimples permanently?
Look at the root causes. Acne is caused by blocked pores and inflammation. Depending on what you do (your lifestyle) and if some of the home remedies on this page works for you, you could be rid of your acne forever or not at all. If you are young and a teenager, the cause of your acne could be hormonal.
The most common causes of acne are the type of food you eat as well as stress.
The absolute worst foods to avoid for zits are included in the following list…. Stay away from sugar (replace it with honey), red meat, oily foods, ice cream, wheat, milk and milk products such cheese, yogurt, etc. Eat lots of vegetables.
Take some zinc supplements and eat foods rich in zinc such as spinach, cashew nuts, red meat, chicken, etc. If you have a serious zinc deficiency, you will start getting acne all over your body. Zinc also helps with dandruff.
Want to see some proof of someone who got rid of their acne and blemishes in 3 days? Then have a look here.
Don’t underestimate the importance of stress. If you live a stressful life, identify the problems and do something about it. Don’t stress about the pimples itself… it will just aggravate it. Acne is the result of something your body does not like.
A good body detox regime with something like Epsom salt can also help.
Well, best of luck if you want to get rid of pimples. I hope that some of these natural home remedies will work for you.