Are you familiar with subcutaneous pimples? Also known as encapsulated pimples, they sit, as the name suggests, under the skin and can be quite painful. Learn here how they develop and how to get rid of these blemishes.
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Besides clogged pores, ingrown hairs or folliculitis can also cause encapsulated pimples. These painful, reddish bumps usually disappear after a few days, but sometimes only after several weeks or months. Here you’ll learn how to get rid of these under-the-skin pimples faster and what you should absolutely avoid doing.
Never squeeze pimples under the skin.
Even though it’s tempting, you should never squeeze a pimple that’s under the skin. Since the pimple isn’t “ripe” yet, squeezing it won’t do any good—on the contrary, it could even worsen the inflammation. You could also spread the bacteria further, leading to larger areas of inflammation and even boils. So, hands off!
Remove underground pimples with home remedies
Fortunately, encapsulated pimples usually disappear on their own. However, you can support the healing process with a few home remedies.
steam bath
A steam bath opens the pores and helps the encapsulated pimple reach the skin’s surface more quickly. To do this, pour hot water into a suitable container, lean your face over it at a safe distance, and optionally cover your head with a towel. If needed, you can add dried chamomile flowers or a few drops of chamomile concentrate to the water. Chamomile has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help speed up the healing process.
cleanse skin
Cleanse your skin thoroughly morning and evening – especially if it’s oily and prone to blemishes . Make sure to use products that are suitable for your skin type. The wrong skincare routine can quickly lead to new breakouts.
peeling
Treat your skin to a daily exfoliation to accelerate the skin renewal process. This removes dead skin cells and excess sebum. As a result, the underground pimple gradually rises to the skin’s surface, where it can eventually heal.
