It is a truth universally acknowledged that the day before an important event, you’ll get a pimple.
But not just any pimple. A pimple so big, so juicy, so painful in nature, we dare speak of it.
Case in point: You see that selfie above?
Two weeks earlier, my chin looked very different.
My skin started acting up just as Diwali, the most significant day of the Indian calendar, rolled around.
The result? Mount Vesuvius. On my chin.
Hot, angry, tender, throbbing. You’re probably familiar with the kind of pimple I’m describing.
Meh, I've seen worse, you might exclaim...
But if you've had a blind pimple, you know how they can transform into something more gnarly-looking if you don't act smart.
What is a blind pimple, you ask? This annoying form of acne lurks beneath the skin, making it different from white or blackheads. The fallout from these seemingly innocuous bumps can feel devastating, so it’s essential to know how to get rid of a blind pimple fast!
With less than 48 hours until the celebrations, it was time to pull out all the stops and tackle this baby head on.
Lucky for you, I have spent my whole life training for this moment.
I have perfected my ‘Blind Pimple Starter Kit’ (trademark pending), complete with very strict instructions.
So, read on to find out some of my best tips and tricks and learn how to get rid of blind pimples in NZ as fast as possible!
But First, What Causes Blind Pimples?
To better prepare yourself in discovering how to get rid of blind pimples, it helps to understand what causes them. Many factors can result in a blind pimple appearing on places like the nose or chin, including:
· Trapped sebum and bacteria under the skin
· Hormonal imbalances causing overproduction of oil on the skin
· Certain medications, such as oral corticosteroids and some contraceptives
· Genetics, with blind pimples appearing to run in families
· Stress
· Incompatible skin care products
· Air pollution and environmental impurities
· Pressure and chafing from restrictive clothing like helmets, masks etc.
· Squeezing or scratching acne on the skin
How Long Do Blind Pimples Last?
Depending on how you respond to the appearance of blind pimples and other types of acne, these annoying bumps usually go away within a week or two. There are cases where these spots can be present under the skin for months at a time, causing discomfort and irritation. By addressing the concerns and causes listed above, you can actively help to reduce the amount of time blind pimples plague you.
Here’s What Not to Do When You Have a Blind Pimple.
Just like first dates, knowing how to act around a blind pimple is… tricky. And not knowing how to get rid of them makes us downright anxious.
One wrong move and it’s all downhill.
Not to mention the aftermath of regret and acne scars (both physical and emotional) you’ll be left to deal with.
If you feel a blind pimple coming on (tell-tale signs include painful throbbing bumps, often around the jawline area), there’s one thing you should never, EVER do…
DO NOT TRY TO POP THAT PIMPLE.
Unlike whiteheads and blackheads that sit on the surface of the skin, blind pimples live somewhere between the epidermis and dermis, trapped by our sebaceous glands.
Because the way out is blocked by oil, dead skin cells and bacteria, trying to push anything out from so deep within the skin will only lead to inflammation, scarring and in extreme situations – infection.
You can also learn more pimple popping tips in our YouTube video below.
