Right way to deal with pimples

My skin is not very acne prone and neither have i struggled with acne problems in the past, but i still get pimples here and there when ive for eg done heavy make up for consecutive days, or if my diet hasnt been the best etc.

My question is, what is the right way to deal with pimples? What do u do if not pop them especially when theyre prominent? i do pop them especially when they get very promiment, then clean the area with water and make sure to wash my hands properly too and not touch any other part of my face. it still leaves a small mark which takes a few weeks to fade away.

I have used saniderm pimple patches, have had a decent experience too but they require atleast 18 hours to work so i dont think its feasible