What is a
Blind Pimple

Blind pimples, also called underground pimples, most commonly form on the face, in particular the chin and forehead region; they may also form on your upper back or chest. To best find blind pimples, you can run your finger across the surface of your skin, and you will often feel a bump; this, however, is not always the case. You should avoid trying to pop blind pimples; this is not how to get rid of a blind pimple. This is especially important for those on your chin and forehead, as this can often lead to scars or infections, pushing the contents of the pimple deeper into the skin and leading to inflammation. You may notice them form more regularly on your chin and forehead due to make-up and touch being some leading factors for what causes blind pimples.

• Clean skin regularly:
  It is essential you clean your skin regularly and maintain good hygiene if you want to prevent further blind pimples from occurring. We recommend washing your face with a cleanser in the morning, before bed and after you sweat.

• Use appropriate skincare/make-up products:
  We recommend staying away from any oily products; oily skin is a critical factor that leads to acne and blind pimples occurring. We recommend switching your face cream to an oil-free face cream such as our NIVEA Mattifying Day Cream. If wearing makeup, you should try and keep it to a minimum; heavy amounts of makeup can lead to dirty skin and clog your pores. 

• Let them be:
  One of the worst things you can do is try and pop or continue to touch a blind pimple; this will only make the area more irritated and can lead to infection or scarring. Once you have cleansed and applied products, ensure you leave the area alone.