Wash your face gently with a mild cleanser
Apply a cold compress for 5 to 10 minutes
Use an over-the-counter spot treatment with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid
Apply a hydrocolloid pimple patch
Do not pick, squeeze, or pop it
Keep your hands off your face
Use a non-comedogenic moisturizer
Avoid heavy makeup on the area
Use a warm compress if the pimple is deep and painful
See a dermatologist if it is severe, frequent, or not improving