Wash your hands
Clean the area gently with a mild cleanser
Apply a warm 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 squeeze or pick at it
Use a non-comedogenic moisturizer
Avoid heavy makeup on the area
Keep hair and dirty hands away from the zit
See a dermatologist if it is severe, painful, or not improving