Here's Why Dr. Pimple Popper's Work Is So Addictive
If you have a guilty pleasure when it comes to popping pimples in the mirror then you're more than [...]
Figure out what you're dealing with
Lee says you shouldn't go around popping bumps on your skin willy-nilly. Instead, identify the culprit to see if it's worth popping or not. Here's what you could be looking at:
Comedones: Blackheads and whiteheads, which indicate a clogged pore. Like Lee said, it's OK to pop these if they've come to a head beneath the skin.
Pustules and inflammatory papules: A bubble-like white, raised bump, or a fiery red one. Caused by trapped bacteria in the skin; in some scenarios, they can be squeezed.
Cysts and nodules: These bad boys are the painful, stubborn ones buried deep beneath the skin. They swell easily when you press them and usually nothing can be expelled from them. Also known as cystic acne, you should seek help from a dermatologist if you have this because oftentimes prescription medication is necessary.
prevnextKnow when to pop and when to stop
Once you're on a roll, it can be difficult to pry your fingers away from your face and stop popping. But Lee says you shouldn't give yourself free reign.
If you do see a pimple that has come to a head, here's your game plan: Wash your face with warm water and a cleanser. Then hold a warm wash cloth on the pimple for a few minutes. That will help open up the pores, allowing for easier popping.
Using a comedone extractor, apply pressure around the circumference of the pimple to ease out the contents of the clogged pore. If you start to see blood, that's when it's time to stop. If the pimple still doesn't want to come out, stop immediately. If the bump persists or grows larger, call your dermatologist.
prevnextTreat it ASAP
Once you pop the bump, it's important to act quickly to reduce redness, inflammation and risk of infection. Quickly press a cold wash cloth over the pimple. Next, disinfect with rubbing alcohol.
Not only will rubbing alcohol kill any germs left from your hands and tools used to pop your zit, but it will also settle in your pores and help prevent new blackheads and zits from forming.
Photo Credit: YouTube / Dr. Sandra Lee (aka Dr. Pimple Popper)
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