Question 1

what is the average healing time for a pimple?

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Healing time: It depends on the size of the pimple and what caused the pimple. On the average it takes 10-14 days.

Question 2

what is the treatment for pimples?

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Benzoyl peroxide: Acne often responds to  over-the-counter treatments. Try using a salicylic acid wash every day; pads containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid can be wiped over affected areas. You may also try a lotion containing an Alpha hydroxy acid, such as glycolic or lactic acid, to speed cell turnover. Oral antibiotics may be needed. Deep cystic acne can be managed by a dermatologist.

Question 3

what is the best treatment of pimples?

Accepted Answer

Several good options: For treatment of acne, over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide gel/cream is quite helpful. If desired, a doctor can add an antibiotic gel/cream such as Cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) gel. If more help is needed, prescription retinoids such as Retin-A or differin gel can be used instead of benzoyl peroxide. Oral antibiotics such as tetracycline can be used also. If acne is quite severe, a dermatologist might use oral accutane.

Question 4

what is the treatment for pimple marks and dig?

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A good face program: If you have already had a lot of cystic acne lesions or abscesses with scarring, you may have to get aggressive with ice-pick lesions left behind.  Start a good daily face program that includes a dedicated facial cleanser, exfoliator, serum, and moisturizer.  Many products these days contain retinoids, but you may want to get Retin-A 0.025% cream from you doctor to be used nightly.

Question 5

what are the best treatment/product for pimples?

Accepted Answer

Washes and creams: Benzyl peroxide and epiduo.

Question 6

what treatment really works for taking care of pimples?

Accepted Answer

Acne treatment: Combination treatment includes  topical and or  oral antibacterials/antibiotics , retinoids, and accutane.  See a dermatologist to evaluate and offer treatment options based on severity and skin type (eg. Oily, or combination).

Question 7

i need to know what's an immediate treatment for a pimple?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Either pop it or cover it up with makeup.

Question 8

how to speed up healing of a wound caused by a previous pimple ?

Accepted Answer

An antibacterial: Cream or Ointment may help.. Bacitracin is available OTC...

Question 9

hi
actually i have alot pimples on my back and face too 
i have already used so many medicines but it's not healing and im totally worried about it..

Accepted Answer

Medications vary: There are many different types of acne and different types of treatment help different patients.  If the acne is resistant to many topical medications, dermatologists can prescribe oral medication like retin-A or oral antibiotics such as clindamycin to help with resilient acne.

Question 10

what pimple treatment won't irritate my exzema?

Accepted Answer

Acne Treatment: Benzoyl peroxide is one of the most effective over-the-counter treatments for acne. It is a disinfectant that can penetrate into the hair follicle, killing the bacteria that cause blemishes. Benzoyl peroxide can, however, dry out the skin. Consumers should therefore start with the lowest dosage possible (2.5 percent) once a day and increase in frequency and concentration only as needed.

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