How do you get rid of redness of a pimple/cold sore?

idk if its a cold sore or a pimple but it always happends after im sick. i already use proactive i don%26#039;t really have bad achene but when ever im sick there always is a after pimple/ cold sore and im wondering if there%26#039;s a faster way to heal it/hide the redness|||To cover the redness, you can put some skin colored foundation make up. It ok, it will not make you gay. A lot of guys use make up to cover up skin imperfections.|||Tooth paste also works in a same way, it should be applied before bed time and be washed early in the morning, you will notice less swelling and redness.Log on to http://tipsfromruby-acne.blogspot.com/ for a few home made tips to heal acne .