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 How to Get Rid of an Internal Pimple

Internal pimples, or cystic acne, are deep bumps that form under the skin.

They can be small or large, red and painful, or nearly invisible. While Internal pimples are sometimes hard to see, there are steps you can take to get rid of them.

In this article, we’ll review what an Internal pimple is, and various treatments you can use to get rid of them, safely and effectively.

What is an Internal pimple?

 Internal pimples are acne that develops under the skin’s surface.

While the pimple isn’t always noticeable, you can usually feel the lump. The area may be painful, or red and slightly inflamed.

Internal pimples are most often caused by a cyst or nodule underneath the skin. They differ from whiteheads and blackheads, which develop closer to the skin’s surface.

Internal pimples can be stubborn. They don’t have heads that you can soften or “pop.” In some instances, you may be able to coax an opening to form at the head of a blind pimple.

The image gallery below shows what Internal pimples may look like.

How do you treat internal pimples?

Internal pimples can be tough to get rid of, but there are many therapies you can try at home. Always make sure your hands are clean before you use any at-home treatment.

Home Therapies

• Don’t squeeze or pop. Blind pimples are too far below the skin to pop. Trying will only irritate them further, and may cause infection or scarring. Instead of popping, try to bring the pimple to a head so it can exit the skin via other treatment methods.
• Use a product containing benzoyl peroxide. Benzoyl peroxide kills bacteria under the skin. It’s a common ingredient in many over-the-counter (OTC) acne treatments and cleansers.
• Apply a warm compress. Warm compresses can help ease the pain. They’re also beneficial once a whitehead begins to form. Apply the warm compress for 10 to 15 minutes three to four times a day. This allows the pimple to release pus and heal.
• Wear an acne patch. An acne patch is a small medicated bandage you place directly on the blind pimple. They typically contain acne-fighting agents, such as salicylic acid. Acne patches can be purchased online or in drugstores. Make sure you follow the directions for use exactly.
• Apply tea tree oil. Tea tree oil contains antimicrobial compounds and maybe a gentle alternative to antibiotics and OTC treatments. For optimum effectiveness, use a product containing 5 percent tea tree oil or greater. Apply twice a day until the blind pimple heals completely. Make sure to dilute tea tree oil first with carrier oil, such as olive oil. Tea tree oil is safe enough for daily use.
• Apply raw honey. Raw honey is another natural alternative to OTC products. Honey has natural antimicrobial properties that help get rid of bacteria. Apply a small amount to the affected area and leave it on overnight. Raw honey can also be mixed with water as a cleanser.

Clinical treatments

If internal pimples don’t resolve easily at home, are especially painful, or seem infected, seek out a dermatologist. In some instances, prescribed medications including antibiotics can help get rid of blind pimples.

Some clinical treatments include:

Topical antibiotics

These can help get rid of any bacteria that are contributing to the internal pimple and reduce inflammation. If you get recurring blind pimples, such products may be used around the affected area as a preventive measure.

The most common topical antibiotics for acne include clindamycin and erythromycin. These come in a gel formula that you apply twice a day.

If you have sensitive skin, you may need to apply topical antibiotics once a day and see how your skin reacts before moving up to twice a day.

However, topical antibiotics aren’t effective by themselves. You’ll need to use them in conjunction with another type of acne product, such as benzoyl peroxide. The antibiotic gets rid of the bacteria and inflammation, while the benzoyl peroxide dries out the blind pimple.

Oral antibiotics

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Cortisone shots

Very painful, large, or swollen blind pimples may be treated with a cortisone injection. Your doctor will inject a diluted cortisone solution directly into each blind pimple.

What causes blind pimples?

Blind pimples can develop when sebum (oil), bacteria, and dirt become trapped deep within a hair follicle. The end result is a painful lump under your skin that doesn’t have a “head” as other pimples might have.

If you have oily skin, you may be more prone to blind pimples than people with dry skin.

Hormonal fluctuations can also sometimes cause an overabundance of sebum in the skin. This may be most likely to occur at specific times of your life, such as puberty or pregnancy.

Taking certain medications may contribute to blind pimples. These include oral corticosteroids and some contraceptives.

Blind pimples can be hard to get rid of, but they’re treatable with patience and care.