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Sometimes you can feel them coming, sometimes they sneak up from you, but no matter how or when they show up, they\u2019re sure to bother you all day.<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019re talking about stubborn pimples!<\/span><\/p>\n Nothing is more frustrating than waking up in the morning and seeing a new pimple, especially after taking special care of your skin and drinking plenty of water.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re like me, you\u2019ll probably obsess over your new, unwelcome friend all day.<\/span><\/p>\n The good news is you don\u2019t have to apply a whole-face clay mask or wash your face and ruin your makeup in order to get rid of them.<\/span><\/p>\n Acne spot treatments<\/span><\/span><\/a> and patches are one of the most popular skincare trends of 2022.<\/span><\/p>\n Pimple patches, roll on spot treatments, and DIY formulas are easy to whip up from home to heal pimples and send them packing.<\/span><\/p>\n Acne is the <\/span>most common skin condition<\/span><\/span><\/a>in the United States, and over 85% of Americans reported to have had it at some point in their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n About half of the people who have moderate to severe acne continue to get acne in their 20s and 30s – and some even experience it <\/span>well into their forties<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s extremely common, but no less annoying whenever it happens.<\/span><\/p>\n Even if you have already found your perfect skincare routine, you can\u2019t always account for how your diet, stress levels, and body chemistry will play out for your skincare.<\/span><\/p>\n Every pore on your body, and we have about 5 million of them, is actually an opening to a hair follicle.<\/span><\/p>\n Our pores produce sebum, or oil, to nourish the hair follicles while keeping the skin hydrated and smooth.<\/span><\/p>\n Pores are the \u201croot” of pimples – when they become clogged, bacteria starts to grow, and with it, a pimple forms.<\/span><\/p>\n Some of the things that influence your sebum levels and overall skin clarity are outside of the realms of what we can control.<\/span><\/p>\n For instance, your hormones can influence how much oil your skin produces, and your hormones can be affected by your menstrual cycle and <\/span>pregnancy<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Your diet also has a lot to do with how clear your skin is as well!<\/span><\/p>\n Consuming dairy products, for example, has been found to <\/span>increase your risk of acne<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Certain medications might also cause acne as a side effect.<\/span><\/p>\n There are many <\/span>different types of acne<\/span><\/span><\/a> and levels of severity.<\/span><\/p>\n At the most basic level, there is noninflammatory and inflammatory.<\/span><\/p>\n Common whiteheads and blackheads fall into the noninflammatory category, whereas inflammatory acne includes papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.<\/span><\/p>\n Typically, spot treatments that contain benzoyl peroxide are effective at treating and healing whiteheads, papules, and blackheads.<\/span><\/p>\n These are the types of acne that are most likely to pop up solo or with a couple of other pimples around your face.<\/span><\/p>\n To treat nodules and cysts, which penetrate deeply into the skin, you\u2019ll need the help of a dermatologist.<\/span><\/p>\n If you still have acne despite having your skincare routine down, keeping stress levels low, and regulating your hormone levels, (first off, how?!) there are a couple unexpected but fairly common things that might be causing pimples to appear.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re not getting enough sleep, it sends your cortisol levels skyrocketing!<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re sleeping on dirty pillowcases that absorb and hold oil, you\u2019re setting yourself up for sad skin.<\/span><\/p>\n When you wash your pillowcases and sheets, try to use a simple, organic detergent free of overpowering artificial scents so that it doesn\u2019t irritate your skin.<\/span><\/p>\n Beauty sleep is powerful if you have the proper place to rest your head.<\/span><\/p>\n The reason we share all of this is to make it known that acne is not 100% avoidable<\/b>, no matter what you do!<\/span><\/p>\n Treating it, however, is totally in your hands and people are finding pretty creative ways to do it!<\/span><\/p>\n We recommend looking into these<\/a><\/span> acne products!<\/span><\/p>\n One of the biggest skincare trends of 2022 was the pimple patch.<\/span><\/p>\n Pimple patches have been used in k-beauty for a while and are just beginning to find their way into western skincare.<\/span><\/p>\n The pimple patch\u2019s pseudonym, \u201cthe zit sticker\u201d is exactly what it sounds like!<\/span><\/p>\n Rather than a solution that you dab as a spot treatment to stubborn pimples, pimple patches are like little stickers with potent acne-fighting ingredients in the \u201cadhesive\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n Some patches are made to blend seamlessly with your skin so you\u2019d never know they were there, but others do the opposite.<\/span><\/p>\n Because acne is so common among all skin types and ages, a lot of people are saying \u201cso what?!\u201d and \u201cbedazzling\u201d their acne spots with colorful pimple patches.<\/span><\/p>\n One brand even makes <\/span>rainbow<\/span><\/span><\/a> and <\/span>holographic<\/span><\/span><\/a> zit stickers to match your personal style.<\/span><\/p>\n Because why not?<\/span><\/p>\n The most common ingredients used on the \u201csticky side\u201d of these zit stickers are hydrocolloid and salicylic acid.<\/span><\/p>\n Hydrocolloid helps to decrease the size of your pimple and absorb excess oils while salicylic acid works as a gentle exfoliant to unclog pores.<\/span><\/p>\n Micro-darts<\/span><\/span><\/a>, which are teeny tiny \u201cneedles\u201d that painlessly penetrate the top layer of the skin, are also used to help acne combatants into the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n The downside to patches is that not everybody wants to flaunt their blemishes.<\/span><\/p>\n Some patches are more inconspicuous but still noticeable.<\/span><\/p>\n They can also get pretty pricey and have a finite amount of uses.<\/span><\/p>\n Some brands are upwards of $30 for ~12 patches.<\/span><\/p>\n Hopefully, you don\u2019t need more than 12 before you have to re-order!<\/span><\/p>\n For those of you who want to target pimples with fast-acting formulas, there are simple DIY spot treatments you can apply so your skin is public-ready by the next morning!<\/span><\/p>\n You may have noticed from our other blogs that we are big into the DIY route!<\/span><\/p>\n There are lots of natural store-bought ingredients that can help to heal the skin and achieve rave-worthy benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n They can help you get by when you\u2019re in between products or are looking for a cost-effective way to experiment with skincare.<\/span><\/p>\n These DIY acne spot treatments are perfect for when you\u2019re in a pinch and need to get rid of a pesky pimple fast.<\/span><\/p>\n Before you apply any of these home remedies, there are a few things to keep in mind.<\/span><\/p>\n Firstly, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you don\u2019t have any allergies or bad reactions to the ingredients before you apply them.<\/span><\/p>\n Otherwise, they can make a mountain out of the molehill you were trying to cover in the first place!<\/span><\/p>\n Secondly, don\u2019t try to pop the pimple before you apply your treatment!<\/span><\/p>\n Popping pimples is always ill advised because it usually results in more irritation, inflammation, and bacteria than there was in the first place.<\/span><\/p>\n We know it\u2019s hard, but try to keep your hands busy working on another project so they stay away from your face!<\/span><\/p>\n Lastly, these ingredients are best applied to clean and dry skin, but if you\u2019re out and about, they can be applied to the pimple directly without breaking out the cleanser.<\/span><\/p>\n Some of these DIY treatments are great for on the go!<\/span><\/p>\n You can buy <\/span>empty glass roller bottles<\/span><\/span><\/a>and fill them with your favorite oil-based acne spot treatments to easily and concisely treat blemishes.<\/span><\/p>\n Or, you can use cotton swabs or your finger to apply!<\/span><\/p>\n Tea tree oil<\/span><\/span><\/a> is one of the most <\/span>effective essential oils for treating acne<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n It is antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral and helps to rid your skin of pesky pimples by fighting off bacteria and decreasing inflammation.<\/span><\/p>\n Tea tree essential oil is very potent so its most beneficial side-kick is h2o!<\/span><\/p>\n Mix 1 part tea tree oil with 8 parts water and mix, then apply with a cotton swab to the site.<\/span><\/p>\n You can repeat this a couple of times throughout the day to speed up the healing process, but make sure to pair it with your favorite moisturizer so you don\u2019t dry your skin out!<\/span><\/p>\n This DIY recipe is easy to make in advance so you can grab it to treat the first signs of a pimple, and it uses a super common ingredient – green tea!<\/span><\/p>\n Green tea<\/span><\/span><\/a> is a wonderful source of antioxidants that help fight free radicals.<\/span><\/p>\n It can also help with inflammation and bacteria.<\/span><\/p>\n The ice will help to soothe irritation and constrict blood vessels to help with redness.<\/span><\/p>\n This DIY is pretty straightforward – just brew enough organic green tea to fill an ice cube tray.<\/span><\/p>\n Once the tea is cool enough, move it to the freezer to freeze so you can grab it the next time a painful or red pimple appears.<\/span><\/p>\n Honey makes for a great face mask or overnight acne spot treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n Raw honey has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties which help to gently reduce inflammation.<\/span><\/p>\n Just dab it on and let it be!<\/span><\/p>\n Aloe vera has many benefits for the skin.<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s also thin and clear, making it a great, more inconspicuous treatment for blemishes.<\/span><\/p>\n No one will be able to see if you\u2019ve got a little aloe vera spot on your skin over a zoom meeting!<\/span><\/p>\n Apply aloe vera gel harvested straight from the plant or use a pure aloe vera gel free of additives throughout the day or before you go to bed to help soothe irritated skin and make pimples disappear!<\/span><\/p>\n This treatment takes a proactive and reactive approach to treating acne.<\/span><\/p>\n Not only does lavender essential oil quickly rid the skin of harmful bacteria (we\u2019re talking 5 minutes fast), it helps reduce one of the biggest causes of acne – stress.<\/span><\/p>\n Lavender is used in aromatherapy to alleviate anxiety, depression, and stress – all of which can cause your skin to be out of whack!<\/span><\/p>\n Just like tea tree oil, however, it needs to be diluted before you put it on your skin.<\/span><\/p>\n Try a 1 to 8 ratio of lavender to water and apply with a cotton ball or fill up your roller bottle and give it a good shake to target acne.<\/span><\/p>\n Imagine you have an exciting night out or a big meeting that you\u2019ve been preparing for.<\/span><\/p>\n You\u2019re feeling confident and ready to go, but all your worries caused you to get a pimple.<\/span><\/p>\n It can be distracting and make you feel off your game.<\/span><\/p>\n If your pimples are especially stubborn and don\u2019t budge after a DIY treatment, try a product containing <\/span>![\"pores](\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0622\/9206\/6563\/files\/2-11.png\")
<\/p>\nI already nailed down my skincare routine – why do I still have acne?!<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
What type of acne do I have?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nRise of the Pimple Patch<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
DIY Acne Spot Treatments<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
1. Tea Tree Oil Treatment<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
2. Green Tea Ice Cubes<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
3. Honey Spot Treatment<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
4. Aloe Vera to the rescue<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
5. Destressing and De-puffing Lavender Treatment<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nOur Favorite Spot Treatments<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n