Not all of us are lucky enough to wake up to clear skin each morning. Sometimes, your face may be covered in pimples. If this is the case, don’t worry. There are many natural home remedies for pimples you can try before you visit your dermatologist or turn to expensive treatments and remedies.
When it comes to fighting pimples, the best and most effective way is by using home remedies.
How to Get Rid of Pimples Overnight: 10 Home Remedies for Pimples
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a great way to get rid of pimples overnight. It contains acetic acid, which helps to reduce the size of the pimple and also disinfects it.
- To use this remedy, simply add some apple cider vinegar to a bowl of water and soak a cotton ball in it.
- Apply it to your face with gentle circular movements, avoiding the surrounding skin.
- Leave it on for 15 minutes before washing it off with cool water.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is an excellent antibacterial agent that can help you get rid of pimples overnight by reducing inflammation and preventing acne from spreading.
To use this remedy, mix 1-2 drops of tea tree oil with some aloe vera gel or water and apply it directly on the affected area using your fingers or a cotton swab.
You can also dilute 2-3 drops of tea tree oil into your night cream or facial cleanser before applying it on your face at night before bedtime for the best results.
Aloe vera
Aloe vera is another very useful ingredient for treating pimples overnight. Aloe vera contains antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties that help treat pimples effectively.
You can cut an aloe vera leaf into small pieces, extract its gel and apply it directly on your face or dilute it before applying. This is one of my favorite home remedies for treating acne because it’s so easy to use.
Green Tea Extract
Green tea extract is a powerful antioxidant that helps to fight against free radicals and reduce inflammation that causes pimples. You can prepare some green tea extract at home using the following steps:
Take some green tea bags or 2-3 tablespoons of green tea leaves in a cup of hot water and let it steep for 5 minutes.
Strain the liquid into a bowl, add 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt to it, and mix well until smooth.
Apply this mixture on your face with gentle strokes for 5-10 minutes, then wash it off with lukewarm water.
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is an excellent natural remedy for treating pimples. It contains citric acid that helps reduce inflammation and brightens your skin tone. You can apply lemon juice directly on your face or mix it with water and apply it on your face.
Leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing off with lukewarm water. If you want to use lemon juice as a facial mask, mix one teaspoon of lemon juice with two teaspoons of honey and apply it on your face for about 20 minutes before rinsing off with lukewarm water.
Toothpaste
Toothpaste contains ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate, which works as an antibacterial agent to fight acne-causing bacteria. It also contains menthol, which reduces redness and swelling caused by acne breakouts instantly.
To use this remedy, apply a thin layer of toothpaste on the affected area using your fingertips, leave it for about 20 minutes then rinse off with cold water. You can repeat this process 2-3 times a day until all pimples are gone completely from your face completely.
Epsom Salt
Epsom salt is known for its medicinal properties. It contains magnesium sulfate, which has some antibacterial properties that can help kill bacteria and reduce inflammation. It also helps reduce swelling and redness.
- Mix one teaspoon of Epsom salt with 2 tablespoons of water and apply this on your face using a cotton swab or gauze pad.
- Leave it on until it dries completely and then wash off with cold water. You can use this remedy twice daily to get rid of pimples fast.
Cinnamon and Honey Mask
This is a very effective remedy against acne as well as blackheads on your face because it has anti-inflammatory properties which help reduce inflammation and redness caused by acne breakouts. The cinnamon also has antimicrobial properties, which help fight bacteria on your skin and prevent new breakouts from forming on your face.
You can make this mask by mixing 1 tablespoon each of cinnamon powder and honey together and applying this mixture to your face before going to bed at night. This mask can be applied twice a week for best results.
Face Cleanser
Face cleansing is the first step in getting rid of pimples overnight. It can help remove dirt, oil and dead skin cells that clog pores and aggravate acne.
The best way to exfoliate your face is by using a face wash or a scrub. You can use any type of face wash or scrub as long as it doesn’t contain alcohol or harsh chemicals.
Egg white
The egg white contains proteins that help reduce inflammation and redness caused by acne. It also has antimicrobial properties that kill bacteria that cause pimples.
To use the egg white, simply separate an egg and whisk the yolk until it turns into a froth. Apply this on your face and let it dry for 10 minutes before washing off with warm water.
Tips for Prevention of Pimples
Cleanse the face
The first step to preventing pimples is to cleanse your face every day with a gentle cleanser. The cleanser should be free from any kind of chemicals and should be non-comedogenic (does not clog pores). You can use a mild cleanser or an exfoliating gel that does not cause irritation.
Limit makeup
Makeup tends to clog pores and lead to more breakouts. If you don’t want acne-free skin, then limit your makeup use or completely give up using it altogether!
Don’t squeeze your pimples
Squeezing or poking at pimples can cause them to get bigger and more inflamed, which leads to scarring.
Instead, use an over-the-counter product like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to treat acne. Use it twice daily as directed on the package label and apply sunscreen every day to prevent further breakouts.
Wash your skin regularly
Wash your skin regularly with a mild cleanser to remove oil from your skin that can clog pores and cause breakouts. You should wash twice a day (no more) because too much washing can dry out your skin, making it prone to irritation and blemishes. Use warm water instead of hot water, hot water opens up pores and makes them more susceptible to clogging with dirt and oil after washing.
Avoid touching your face
Don’t touch your face unless absolutely necessary during the day to reduce bacteria transfer from other parts of your body onto your face, especially if you’ve been sweating or touching things like public transportation handles or door knobs that other people have touched before you do so as well.
Wash twice a day (no more)
If you wash your face more than twice a day you’re stripping it of all its natural oils, which is going to make it much harder for your skin to fight off bacteria. So wash your face twice a day and that should be enough.
Use a mild cleanser
You want to find something that’s gentle on your skin but still gets the job done. Look for products that are labeled “non-comedogenic,” which means they won’t clog pores. You’ll also want to avoid products with synthetic fragrances or alcohol because those ingredients can irritate sensitive skin even further.
The best choice is an oil-free cleanser made with natural ingredients like coconut oil or aloe vera gel, these will gently cleanse without drying out your skin or causing inflammation.
Eat healthy foods
Don’t eat fried foods or foods that are high in sugar. These foods can make your skin more prone to breakouts.
Drink plenty of water
It also helps flush out your system and keeps your skin hydrated.
Shower after exercising
Sweat can clog pores and lead to acne breakouts, especially if you don’t shower right away after sweating profusely during exercise. Showering helps clear away sweat and dirt from your face, which can prevent pimples from forming on your skin later in the day or week.
