If you've tried every acne wash and cream on the market but you still get pimples around the mouth, change your routine. Pimples occur when too much oil is produced on the skin, which traps bacteria and dirt in the hair follicles, says MayoClinic.com. The buildup of oil, dirt and bacteria may cause an infection, creating a red bump. To eliminate these pimples and prevent them from coming back, use home remedies and at-home care. If your pimples do not respond to these treatments, consult a dermatologist.
Step 1
Wash your face twice a day with an over-the-counter acne wash that contains benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or another effective acne-fighting ingredient. An acne wash will exfoliate skin and dry out the pimple by dissolving dirt, bacteria and oil.
Step 2
Put your hair back to prevent bacteria and dirt from collecting around the mouth, recommends MayoClinic.com. Placing long hair in a ponytail or bun will help keep it away from your face and prevent pimples.
Step 3
Hold your telephone receiver away from your face instead of resting it against your cheek and mouth. When you press the telephone against your face, you are spreading old bacteria and oil to your face from the last time you used the phone.
Step 4
Leave the pimples around your mouth alone instead of squeezing or picking them, suggests Peter E. Pochi, M.D., professor of dermatology at Boston University School of Medicine in "The Doctors Book of Home Remedies." Picking or squeezing pimples may be satisfying for the moment, but can make the pimples heal more slowly and may cause permanent scarring.
Step 5
Take a shower immediately after going to the gym, recommends MayoClinic.com. Sweat can cause a buildup of oil and bacteria on your face, which may cause acne around the mouth.
Tips and Warnings
- Touch your face with your hands only to apply acne medication or to wash your face.
- Consult a doctor if acne is particularly severe or does not go away.
Things You'll Need
- Over-the-counter acne wash
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