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   Pop

How to pop a pimple

   If you must pop, pop safely

   Common advice is to let your body heal a pimple on its own without popping. But in the real world, some people absolutely refuse to go around with a bulging white zit for the world to see. Plus, when done properly, popping a pimple can actually be beneficial to the healing process. Reserve this technique only for pimples that are absolutely begging to be poppedâall the way at the surface and white. After a shower is best, when the skin is supple.

    1. Disinfect a needle with rubbing alcohol. A basic sharp sewing needle is a good choice.
    2. Gently prick the pimpleâs surface.
    3. Take two tissues and wrap your index fingers with them.
    4. Squeeze from the sides, confidently but gently, using a down-and-in motion. Donât force it. If the pimple is ready, itâll pop. If it doesnât, leave it be. Be sure to stop if clear fluid or blood starts to come out.
    5. Continuing to work at a lesion that is not ready to be popped can lead to scarring. Walk away from the mirror!

   It is very important to leave deep, painful lesions (cysts and nodules) untouched. Do not attempt to pop them. Instead, a fantastic option for these types of lesions is to see a dermatologist who can administer a cortisone injection which will bring down swelling and potentially reduce or eliminate scarring. Often dermatologists will accept a quick âemergencyâ appointment for such matters.

   Tip Tip: follow The Acne.org Regimen to prevent future whiteheads from occurring.

   Tip Tip: Alpha hydroxy acid may help prevent a spot from fully developing.

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