Despite knowing all of this, chances are when you next get a big pimple that same temptation to pop it will be back- be strong, don’t do it! But if you really can’t bear not to squeeze it at least follow a few measures to do it properly.
- Ensure you wash your hands and nails thoroughly, clean your skin around the pimple with an antibacterial cleanser and exfoliate over it.
- Applying a warm washer to the area before popping can soften the area for an easier extraction.
- Using toilet paper over your fingers when popping can also reduce bacteria.
- Wiping off the wound with an alcohol based toner or cleansing pad is a good idea after popping.
- Once you have popped it make sure you keep it clean while the spot is open and oozing and ensure you use no makeup until heals over!
- Another great way to keep your skin clear is to try and prevent the pimples coming up in the first place! Ensure you have good face washing and cleansing routines and you may want to try some acne treatments.
Though squeezing out the pus of a pimple is tempting a pimple that will stay a couple of days is better than a scar that will last a lifetime. Resist the temptation! You will be thankful for it later.
TO POP OR NOT TO POP?
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Despite knowing all of this, chances are when you next get a big pimple that same temptation to pop it will be back- be strong, don’t do it! But if you really can’t bear not to squeeze it at least follow a few measures to do it properly.
- Ensure you wash your hands and nails thoroughly, clean your skin around the pimple with an antibacterial cleanser and exfoliate over it.
- Applying a warm washer to the area before popping can soften the area for an easier extraction.
- Using toilet paper over your fingers when popping can also reduce bacteria.
- Wiping off the wound with an alcohol based toner or cleansing pad is a good idea after popping.
- Once you have popped it make sure you keep it clean while the spot is open and oozing and ensure you use no makeup until heals over!
- Another great way to keep your skin clear is to try and prevent the pimples coming up in the first place! Ensure you have good face washing and cleansing routines and you may want to try some acne treatments.
Though squeezing out the pus of a pimple is tempting a pimple that will stay a couple of days is better than a scar that will last a lifetime. Resist the temptation! You will be thankful for it later.
