Why you should think twice before popping that pimple

Here are some reasons to avoid poking at your pimples and better ways to make them disappear. For one, popping pimples can damage your skin... By forcing debris from the pore deeper into the follicle. Ouch! Popping can also lead to acne scars or dark spots called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. If over-the-counter products don't work, try seeing a dermatologist for a special topical treatment. If you must pinch that zit, never use your fingernails, hard objects, or force it to drain if a whitehead has not appeared. But a hands-free policy always works; your face doesn't want to touch everything your hands already have!