How To Clear A Blind Pimple

Step 1:
Ice The Offending Spot!

Most of the time when you discover a new blind pimple, it will still be small. Take this opportunity to ice it by holding a clean cold pack to the area for three rounds of five minutes on, ten minutes off. The cold will help to reduce inflammation and swelling.

Step 2:
Gently Cleanse

Ensure your entire face—not just the pimple—is clean. Choose a gentle cleanser like Effaclar Foaming Gel Cleanser or Effaclar Micro Peeling Purifying Gel Cleanser to whisk away grime without stripping – the last thing you want is to irritate the skin further. You could even use a micellar water togently remove dirt and makeup first. Effaclar Micellar Water Ultra Oily Skin is a soap-free formula that both cleanses and purifies while leaving the skin feeling clean and fresh.

Effaclar Foaming Gel Cleanser

Step 3:
Apply An Acne Treatment

Look for a blind pimple treatment product that contains salicylic acid, a BHA which is particularly good at unclogging pores. La Roche-Posay's Effaclar Duo (+) is one such treatment – it soothes redness and dries to a matte finish. If your blemish is a one-off, still apply the cream to the area to ensure it helps prevent future breakouts. If you get regular pimples, apply all over the face.

Effaclar Duo (+)

Now you've dealt with the blind pimple on your chin, nose or wherever else on your face it happened to appear, to manage any future breakouts, ensure you're keeping to a consistent skincare routine, cleansing to wash away bacteria, makeup and grime at the end of the day, and moisturising to help balance sebum levels.

If you break out a lot, visit your healthcare professional if you find your skincare routine isn't helping. Blind pimples in particular can be linked to hormonal issues or reactions to skincare, sunscreen and makeup so don't suffer in silence if you think this may be the case for you.

Learn more with our expert guide to living with Acne-Prone Skin or discover our full Effaclar Range which is carefully formulated for oily skin that is prone to blemishes.