What reduces acne redness?

Answer by  JennW (342)

One gentle remedy is cucumber juice - apply it over redness and leave for fifteen minutes before gently washing it off. Carefully applying ice for a few minutes will also work - but don't press to hard and burst the pimple. For extreme cases, antibiotics will work; consult a doctor.

Answer by  knowitall39 (475)

There are some pimple gels available at your drugstore that will ease redness. You can also use concealer. I like to get a green concealer. It sounds weird, but it really helps acne redness. Just make sure that you blend it really well. Make sure you do not pick at the pimples, it will only make it worse.

Answer by  mem4dr (1378)

There are a number of prescription products that reduce redness caused by acne. Retin-A and Azelex are both good at reducing redness and revealing a smooother, clearer complexion.

Answer by  monkeyz (3150)

Redness associated with acne is caused by swelling and inflammation from increased blood flow to the area. Of course you can cover up the redness with makeup, but that could irritate the area. Applying ice to the affected area can temporarily reduce redness. The only permanent way to get rid of it is to get rid of the acne.

Answer by  Lmukeeper (262)

The best way to reduce redness from acne is to go buy eye drop solution and Q-tips. Cover the tip with solution and put in a bag in the freezer overnight. Rub the tip on pimpke in the the morning. This should reduce redness.

Answer by  newarkdanny (459)

A proper diet can greatly improve your acne and the redness associated with it. To be more direct you can trying using coco butter lotion to smooth the irritation that cause the redness.

Answer by  omar1deb (14)

Ice water infused with mint leaves soaked into a paper towel or a soft wash cloth applied to the affected area will calm swelling and cool the internal heat to reduce the redness

Answer by  Darrell (316)

As odd as it may sound, Visine can actually be used to help reduce the redness surrounding an inflamed pimple.

Answer by  km8738 (1917)

There are several ways to reduce acne redness. One way is to get a very small concealer stick, which you can use only on the red acne areas. The only problem with the concealer stick is that it may make the acne worse overall. Visine also helps to remove the red of individual acne spots.

Answer by  tedkendall (70)

Aloe (juice not gel) reduces redness from acne. Shea butter, rich in Vitamin A and & E, sooths and heals skin, even more so when used in combination with African Black Soap. Masks made from crushed baby aspirin also help to reduce inflammation associated with acne.

Answer by  Pooja (74)

Acne redness is caused due to irritation of the pores. This may be healed by applying the paste of turmeric and snadle wood on the affected area twice a week.