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The warm water will help unclog the pores and the face wash will help dissolve any dirt or oil. This will make the pimples easier to manage.  Consider using a face wash formulated for acne. Avoid anything alcohol-based, as it can dry out your skin and lead to breakouts. Avoid using anything with exfoliants or alcohol, as this can irritate or dry out your skin. If your skin becomes too dry, your body will produce extra oils, which will lead to even more acne. Use a soft towel, and gently pat your skin dry. Do not scrub your skin, or you might agitate the pimple. Dirty hands may transfer bacteria to your skin, which may result in more pimples and breakouts. Before you start applying the toothpaste, wash your hands well with soap and warm water. Not just any type of toothpaste will get rid of pimples. A plain, white toothpaste will be the most effective, but there are a few other things you should look for as well. Here are some things to get you started:  Choose a white-colored toothpaste. Make sure that it is a paste, and not gel. Consider getting a toothpaste that has baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, or menthol in it. Consider getting a toothpaste that has a minty flavor. It may have a slight cooling effect on your skin. Some types of toothpaste may actually do more harm to your pimple than good, while others just won't be effective at all. Here are some things to avoid when searching for the right toothpaste:  Do not use a gel toothpaste, as the ingredients in it will not be as effective and might actually worsen the pimple. Avoid anything that is colored or has a stripe through it, or has additives, such as cavity-fighting properties, whitening agents, or extra fluorides. Consider getting a mint-flavored. It might have a cooling effect. Toothpaste may help dry the pimple out, but it can make your acne worse and irritate your skin. Before your start tackling those pimples with toothpaste, consider applying toothpaste on just one pimple in an inconspicuous area on your face.
Wash your face using warm water and a gentle face wash. Dry your face. Make sure that your hands are clean. Choose the right toothpaste. Know what sort of toothpaste to avoid. Be aware that toothpaste may not work for you.