How Do You Pop a Pimple?

By Julie M. Jackson

Pimple popping - the most common solution for acne sufferers and typically the first course of action. Whether you struggle with regular breakouts or you just find yourself with a zit now and again you've most likely had a go at popping a pimple. If you've ever had less than favorable results, you're aware that there is a proper way to go about it.

First off, if you have an aggressive form of acne it may not be the best thing for you to attempt popping your pimples. Instead you should try find a treatment that can help you to heal your skin and keep your breakouts to a minimum.

Still, there is a time and a place for everything, and it is undeniable that a popped pimple can often times look much better than a large unsightly whitehead. That's why I'm going to give you some basic advice to help you pop your pimples safely, effectively, and efficiently.

Now for starters it's important that you know which pimples are safe to pop and which aren't. If you try and pop a pimple that isn't ready it could hurt and possibly leave a scar. Make sure to target the largest ones, preferably those that look as if they'll pop on their own soon.

Once you're ready to get started you'll need to find yourself a small needle (a small safety pin or sewing needle) to prick the tip of the pimple. You must first disinfect the needle with some rubbing alcohol. Once you've done this you can start squeezing the pimple from the sides with a tissue in hand for cleaning. Make sure you don't squeeze too hard and hurt yourself, if you have to the pimple may not be ready yet.

Trying to pop a pimple that isn't ready can only end poorly. The area could remain quite sore for a while after and you could be left with a deep scar. Scars left by acne tend to be much worse than the zits themselves, and they are typically long lasting.

That's it. Popping a pimple is no complicated affair, but it still pays to get the job done right! - 30292

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