Acne Care: Quick Cures for Pimples and Cystic Acne

Acne and problem skin require a combination of proper face washes and targeted treatments like benzoyl peroxide. From naturally treating cystic acne to managing blackheads above the lip, identifying the source of breakouts is key to clear skin.

How to Clear Blemishes With Home Remedies

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Tara Thomas

There's never a good time for an acne breakout. Blemishes are an unfortunate part of adolescence and an unwelcome occurrence for adults. Over-the-counter and prescription treatments can be harsh and drying to already irritated or inflamed skin.

Tara Thomas has been a writer and traveler since 1997. Her articles appear in various online publications. She also has experience authoring grant proposals for a Southern California marine science laboratory, which helped her develop a lifelong interest in environmentalism. Thomas is an event planner, has a Bachelor of Science in marine biology from California State University, Long Beach, and worked as a mortgage consultant since 1998.