Lip
Pimples: how do I know I have it?
Cold sores are usually red in color they can also be
crusty and gooey. If you find out that it’s a cold sore then let me give guide
you how to get rid of cold sores.
Cold
Sores remedies
Ice: Put
some ice on the lip where the cold sore is, you will notice some relief and
change as ice will reduce swelling and pain.
Leave
it:
Cold sores usually disappear after ten days and if it doesn’t seek medical
attention
Antiviral
medication: This decreases pain fast, but remember to
consult a doctor before buying any medication for cold sores.
But if you have confirmed that it is not cold sore
which is usually caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 and occur only on the
lips. You can now start with the remedies to get rid of lip pimples remember
that cold sores can spread to other people by sharing drinks or kissing.
Lip Pimples: Home Remedies to Get Rid of Lip Pimples
Vinegar: Clean
your lips with apple cider vinegar. Vinegar soothes skin irritations. It
contains enzymes and extra acids that are beneficial to your skin and your
internal organs.
Hot
Compress: If the pimple on your lip is a blind pimple, meaning
that it is not going to come to a head, put a hot compress against it, which
should make it erupt. Blind pimples are not located as deeply in your skin as
other types of pimples, which come to a head easier and more readily Blind
pimples are bumps that aren't red, crusty or oozing pus. Blind pimples are the
result of pores getting blocked; sebum (natural oil) is unable to leave the
pores due to the blockage.
Rubbing
Alcohol: Put rubbing alcohol on the lip pimple to make it come
to a head sooner.
Hydrate: Drink
a lot of fluids. When you are fully hydrated, your lip pimple will disappear
faster.
Wash:
wash your lips with at least twice a day with any soap or lotion with benzoyl
peroxide; this has been recommended by some doctors to work.
With the above remedies you should be able to take care
of cold sores and lip pimples.