Is it true that popping or picking your acne/pimples makes them worse?

Question

Well. I was just wondering cause some people say it does. They say that when you pop them, they end up 2 times worse and they say it could also spread.

I'm not sure, because some people tell people wth acne to pop them. I have no idea, it's confusing.

Thanks for your time and effort to help! I appreciate it!

Answer 1

Well for the most part if you pick at them or squeeze them it isn't good. It can spread (the puss is bacteria) or scab and scar.

If you have a painful pimple or a large white head you can release the puss by gently sticking a clean needle in the center -

and a hot compress should help the pressure - and aid in healing -

it's also best to use acne medication for your face instead of things like visine or toothpaste.

Answer 2

yesh it does.

it hard not to!

Answer 3

Yes it,s true you are releasing billions of bacteria onto the surrounding skin you also run the risk of leaving a permanent scar  

Answer 4

Hey

Yeah, picking, pinching or popping will spread the bacteria from the spot to other places on your face - could cause further outbreaks and could also force the bacteria further into the pore, making it last longer and take longer to heal.

GOOD LUCK

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