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You know the feeling. That tell-tale tingle, the slight swelling under the skin, a tiny red bump that promises it’s about to become your next skincare saga.
The good news? You don’t have to wait it out or make it worse.
This is your no-fluff, step-by-step action plan for what to do the moment you feel a spot coming. It’s designed to calm inflammation, stop bacteria in its tracks, and give your skin the best chance of bouncing back fast.
When you feel a breakout brewing, the worst thing you can do is poke, prod, or pile on five different spot treatments. That kind of skin stress can trigger more inflammation and spread bacteria, making things 10 times worse.
Instead, pause. You’re going to be strategic, quick, and gentle.
Start with a gentle, antibacterial cleanse to clear out any surface dirt, oil, or impurities. You want to reduce the chance of bacteria multiplying, without stripping your skin.
47 Skin Pick:
Daily Cleanser with Silver Chitoderm®
Formulated with Silver Chitoderm®proven to kill 99.9% of spot-causing bacteria. This cleanser helps you neutralise the breakout threat right from the start.
Use: Wash your face using lukewarm water and gentle circular motions. Don’t scrub. Pat dry with a clean towel.
This is where you strike. But smartly.
Look for a serum that targets both the cause and the visible signs of the breakout. Think: inflammation, bacteria, and potential scarring.
47 Skin Pick:
Anti-Blemish & Scar Repair Serum
This all-in-one formula fights bacteria (thanks again to Silver Chitoderm®), calms the skin, and reduces the risk of long-term scarring. It’s your first line of defence when you feel a spot starting.
Use: Apply a thin layer directly onto the area. Let it absorb fully before moving to the next step.
Your instinct might be to dry it out. Resist. Drying treatments can aggravate your skin and delay healing. Instead, hydrate and soothe with a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturiser.
47 Skin Pick:
Daily Moisturiser
It delivers deep hydration, locks in the serum, and keeps bacteria at bay, all without clogging pores. A win-win-win.
Use: Apply a small amount all over your face or just to the affected area. Especially useful before bed.
If the spot is especially aggressive or painful, add in a silver mask treatment to cool inflammation and boost healing overnight.
47 Skin Pick:
Silver Intensive Mask
Use as a 10-minute emergency mask or apply a tiny dab as an overnight spot treatment.
Use: 2–3 times a week, or as needed.
Keep it clean – Change your pillowcase, wipe your phone screen, and wash your hands regularly.
Stay consistent – Stick to the same products for a few days. Don’t switch or layer multiple actives.
Avoid makeup on the area – Let the spot breathe and heal.
Stay hydrated – Drinking water won’t "flush out toxins," but it does support your skin’s natural healing process.
When you feel a spot coming, time matters. But so does the way you treat it. Harsh products and panic won’t help. But a calm, consistent, and scientifically backed routine can stop a breakout before it takes hold.
Silver Chitoderm® gives you a true edge here. Eliminating almost all spot-causing bacteria while calming your skin at the same time.
Trust your routine. Trust your skin. And next time that annoying tingle shows up? You’ll know exactly what to do.
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