Most pimples will eventually clear up on their own. But see a doctor if your pimple: is very large or painful. doesn't go away after at least six weeks of home treatment.

Do spots go away on their own?

Your pimple will disappear on its own, and by leaving it alone you're less likely to be left with any reminders that it was there. To dry a pimple up faster, apply 5% benzoyl peroxide gel or cream once or twice a day.

How long does it take for a spot to go away?

"That's something people often underestimate," Sinclair said. "It takes four to five days for a pimple to fully form and then another four to five days for it to fully go away.