Have you ever woken up to find a pimple on your face a day or two before a big day? Maybe you have a big date with someone new, are going to the prom, have an interview or perhaps you are getting your picture taken. If this has happened to you, you need quick tips on how to get rid of a pimple fast. You know you need fast ways to get rid of pimples and you don't have time to waste! The good news is that there are ways to get rid of acne fast.

The first thing you need to do is remain calm and don't panic. You should also remember that squeezing your pimples, popping your pimples, pressing on your pimples or pinching your pimples can cause the spread of bacteria and/or permanent acne scarring.

Zeno is a device that you can purchase that applies a precisely controlled heat to the affected area. The device is designed to kill the underlying bacteria causing your pimple to clear. Two or three treatments that last a couple of minutes is all you need over a twenty four hour period. This device costs about $225, but it is priceless if you need to get rid of pimples in a hurry.

Here's another fast way to get rid of acne. Start by washing your face thoroughly. Now put some boiling water in a large bowl. Cover your face with a large bath towel and hold your face over the water for five minutes, until the steam opens your pores. Use cotton swabs or cotton balls to apply a small amount of pressure to the sides of the pimple allowing it to drain. Once it has drained completely, use a cotton ball to dab a small amount of alcohol on the pimple. You can finish with a little amount of makeup concealer. I prefer the type that has acne medication in it.

There you go. You are now armed with two quick tips on how to get rid of a pimple fast and will be well prepared when you need a fast way to get rid of pimples.