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How can I treat sudden pimples or breakouts?

Pimple breakouts happen like clockwork now that I'm using lots of face makeup (doing stage acting). What's best way to get rid of acne breakouts?

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Asked by: Tina, Rochester, NY

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August 2, 2007

Use rubbing alcohol to dry out the skin

Wendy Fitos
Wendy Fitos

Grab the rubbing alcohol and a Q-tip before the temptation to squeeze overcomes reason. Use the head of the q-tip soaked in alcohol to dab the head of the pimple without touching the skin around it as alcohol will dry the skin. The alcohol will kill the infection in the blemish and help dry it quickly.

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June 22, 2007

Secret weapon for sudden pimples: mouthwash

Elke von Freudenberg
Elke von Freudenberg

My fav trick for a quick zit zapper is to apply a touch of mouthwash on it with a Q-tip. Works every time!

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