Zap Zits Now! by Erica Allen Zap Zits Now!The first avenue of assault is benzoyl peroxide. This over the counter cream or gel works by drying skin cells so they flake and fall off which helps reopen clogged pores. Benzoyl peroxide also kills bacteria that infects pores.At the first hint of a pimple wrap an ice cube in plastic wrap and hold it to the pimple at least twice a day or every hour for 5 minutes to reduce redness and inflammationTake one or two 325-milligram aspirin four times a day can help calm acne break outs by reducing inflammation (Check with a doctor before regularly taking aspirin)Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) such as glycolic acid, slough off the outer most layer of skin which helps keep pores clear and unclogged. Opt for a lotion cream or gel containing 10% glycolic acid or a glycolic acid toner.I hope you enjoyed the tip! Thanks for looking ☺️