{"id":3921,"date":"2022-12-08T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/?p=3921"},"modified":"2023-03-20T15:36:31","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T15:36:31","slug":"last-minute-skincare-pimple-patches-exfoliating-overnight-masks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/last-minute-skincare-pimple-patches-exfoliating-overnight-masks\/","title":{"rendered":"Last-Minute Skincare: Pimple Patches, Exfoliating &#038; Overnight Masks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/LAST-MINUTE-SKINCARE_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3924\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Link to share article here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul 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Exfoliating &amp; Overnight Masks<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the eleventh hour, the night before that big work event, that wedding, THAT first date. And despite your best efforts, a pimple has made its way onto your chin. That rough patch of skin has chosen this very moment to resurface. Your skin\u2019s texture and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-can-i-shrink-my-pores\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3206\">pores<\/a> just won\u2019t play ball \u2014 at the worst possible time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the universe has other plans and you need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-life-lessons-with-sali-hughes\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3855\">skincare<\/a> SOS, we\u2019re here to help. Right here on The Dose, we\u2019ve compiled our top emergency tips and advice to give you the best chance at getting your best skin. Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>SPOTS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><em>Should I squeeze my spots?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can help it, please try not to. We know it\u2019s tempting, but squeezing at your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-where-do-my-spots-come-from\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2006\">spots<\/a> can end up doing more harm than good, and sometimes even leads to scarring. The trick here is to focus on minimising it \u2013 and if you&#8217;re wearing makeup for the big night, highlighting your other features (a red lip is timeless) is a great tip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr Jason Thomson reminds us, \u201cMost derms will advise you not to squeeze your spots, as it can lead to worsening <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-how-do-hormones-affect-my-skin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1572\">inflammation<\/a> and the development of <a href=\"http:\/\/pigmentation\">pigmentation<\/a> and scarring.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><em>Best way to reduce a spot?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you develop a spot there\u2019s a few things you can do instead of squeezing. You can start with a warm compress (a damp face cloth should do the trick), as this reduces swelling. If it\u2019s a large, painful cyst-type pimple, you can try holding an ice cube on it, just be sure to wrap it in a tea towel first.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-mixing-active-ingredients-with-tretinoin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2528\">active ingredients<\/a> on hand, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/mythbuster-purging-explained\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1262\">benzoyl peroxide<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-acids-guide-ahas-bhas-and-your-routine\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2510\">glycolic or salicylic acid<\/a> on hand, you can use this as a targeted spot treatment to leave on overnight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr Jason adds, \u201cSpot and pimple patches are a great tool in your armoury. They\u2019re usually made from hydrocolloid, a super absorbing material that draws out the contents of your spots, helping them resolve quicker.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>\u201cMost derms will advise you not to squeeze your spots, as it can lead to worsening inflammation and the development of pigmentation and scarring.\u201d <\/p><cite>dr jason thomson<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you\u2019ve exhausted all options, and you really do have to squeeze, our derms advise to only do it for spots that have come to a head. \u201cMake sure you wash your hands and face and use a non-alcoholic antiseptic spray, such as Clinisoothe or Steril-eeze.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><em>How about sudocrem, or toothpaste for spots?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>If you\u2019ve tried using more unconventional methods on your spots, you\u2019re not alone. Skin Freak and Skin + Me subscriber <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skin-freaks-stories-skincare-progress-and-wisdom\/#:~:text=Skin%20%2B%20Me%20Subscriber%20and%20Skin%20Freak%20Emma%20W.%C2%A0\">Emma<\/a> admits to using antiseptic lotion on her spots in the past, and while it did work, it wasn\u2019t a great long-term solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Toothpaste has ingredients that dry out the skin, but there\u2019s little-to-no evidence to prove it works on spots. Plus, there&#8217;s SO many better options on the market \u2013 hello, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ingredient-deep-dive-clindamycin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3243\">clindamycin<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ingredient-deep-dive-azelaic-acid\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1236\">azelaic acid<\/a> that you may find in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/daily-doser-spotlight-2\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1513\">Daily Doser<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a try-it-yourself-and-see method, not much scientific backing. Sudocrem, or any other kind of nappy cream, does contain zinc, a widely-used and popular ingredient to treat acne. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s got antiseptic properties, which in theory, make it a good bet for spot treatment. However, like toothpaste, it\u2019s not a proven fact. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ChsI_-8Iv4C\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Skin + Me (@skinandmehq)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Toothpaste has ingredients that dry out the skin, there\u2019s little-to-no evidence to prove it works on spots.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>DRY, ROUGH SKIN<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><em>Why have I got a random patch of dry skin?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s different reasons why you might find your skin dry and patchy \u2013 it might be a long-term chronic condition such as eczema, psoriasis or dermatitis. If you don\u2019t have one of these conditions, it might be to do with your environment, extreme temperatures, your diet or lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find a sudden <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/dry-skin-101-dry-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2431\">dry<\/a> patch, try to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-skincare-tips-for-winter\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1618\">hydrate<\/a> it first. Dampen the skin after cleansing well, and moisturise immediately to lock in those moisture molecules. Look out for ingredients such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ingredient-deep-dive-glycerin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2657\">glycerin<\/a>, betaine and allantoin, as these work to attract and retain moisture. A boost of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ingredient-deep-dive-hyaluronic-acid\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3864\">hyaluronic acid<\/a> will have the same effect, and layers well under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/all-about-the-base-skincare-and-makeup-tips-for-the-party-season\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1733\">makeup<\/a> too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><em>How can I get rid of dry skin overnight?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also try some gentle <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-acids-guide-ahas-bhas-and-your-routine\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2510\">exfoliation<\/a>. A glycolic acid toner or a salicylic acid face wash will remove the dead skin cells, leaving skin refreshed and renewed. Dr Ben Esdaile, Consultant Dermatologist, tells us, \u201cExfoliation helps to remove the debris that blocks <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-can-i-shrink-my-pores\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3206\">pores<\/a>, and can be achieved through chemicals, or by physical methods such as scrubs, brushes, cloths and masks.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Derms will always recommend chemical exfoliation over physical. \u201cIt\u2019s a targeted and safer way of exfoliation.\u201d This means it\u2019s less likely to irritate your skin or damage your all-important <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/your-skin-barrier-protection-guide\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2634\">skin barrier<\/a>. If you\u2019re only working on a single patch of skin, then it\u2019s your best bet for an overnight glow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find your skin is dry all over, an occlusive moisturiser or an overnight moisturising mask could be the answer. These contain ingredients that form a barrier to lock in moisture. In theory, you\u2019ll wake up with hydrated skin, but it\u2019s best to use caution here. If you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/the-skin-and-me-guide-to-acne\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"467\">acne-prone<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/oily-skin-101-oily-skin-causes-symptoms-and-treatment\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2606\">oily skin<\/a>, it\u2019s best to avoid occlusive and emollient ingredients, as these can be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-comedogenic-and-non-comedogenic-products\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2600\">comedogenic<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><em>Can I shrink my pores, or smooth texture overnight?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, no. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-can-i-shrink-my-pores\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3206\">pores won\u2019t shrink<\/a> \u2013 that\u2019s a myth we\u2019ve already debunked, and they&#8217;re a perfectly normal part of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-what-does-healthy-skin-look-like\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1775\">healthy skin<\/a>. You can make them appear less visible by regular exfoliation, but this takes time, and likely won\u2019t happen overnight. As for texture, it\u2019s one magic word (again): exfoliation. We sound like a broken record, but occasional and gentle acid-based exfoliation is the best way to smooth skin texture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to remember that if you\u2019re using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-the-difference-between-retinol-and-retinoids\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1954\">retinoid<\/a>, it\u2019s best to avoid exfoliation of any kind. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/daily-doser-spotlight-2\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1513\">Daily Doser<\/a> will contain actives that have exfoliating properties, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ingredient-deep-dive-azelaic-acid\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1236\">azelaic acid<\/a>, as they increase skin cell turnover, resulting in renewed skin. Exfoliating while this is underway, can compromise your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/your-skin-barrier-protection-guide\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2634\">skin barrier<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Emergency skincare, sorted.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With a little help from the experts, and a little last-minute skincare, you put that dry patch to the back of your mind and enjoy your event. 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