How long will it tak for impetigo to go?

i had a spot next to my lip wih was itchy so i picked it and then it got infected and turned into impetigo. it has been like a scab on my face for about 2 weeks now and i want it to go as i go on holiday on saturday and dont want a scab still left onmy face. i also havent yet been able to get any creams as it has only just been diagnosed. is there anything else i can do to make it go away?

You need to get a prescription cream/ointment to clear it up but it takes a couple of weeks

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