A professional dermatologist shared her top tips for popping a pesky pimple without causing any damage to your skin. Dr. Ava Shamban explained that when it comes to spots it’s better to leave them ...

There are two kinds of people in this world: Those who admit to popping their pimples ― and liars. It’s like using a Q-tip to clean your ears or taking aggressively hot showers. Even when you know ...

After popping a pimple, clean the area and apply an antibacterial ointment to reduce the risk of infection. Avoid touching the area to let it heal and minimize scarring. Share on Pinterest The urge to ...

It’s a hard no on the nose, folks. Board-certified NYC-based dermatologist Dr. Mark Strom has taken to TikToK to reveal the one place where he would never pop a pimple. Strom refers to the center of ...

In most cases, picking at your pimples is a bad idea. Some dermatologists say it's OK to gently squeeze a blackhead with clean hands or Q-tips. You should never try to pop a cystic or "blind" pimple, ...

If you ask just about any dermatologist, they'll say you should never pop a pimple. Experts agree that it's best to let a zit run its course — even if it looks ready to pop on its own anyway.