I always hear that you shouldn't pick your zits b/c it can leave scars and makes your skin worse, but sometimes I just can't resist to pop those that have white heads already formed. This leads me to pick at other acne on my face. I do use Clean&Clear products but still manage to find gunk in my pores.
2007-01-02 09:50:38 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Other - Skin & Body
Yes, it is bad to pop zits, as irresistable as it may be. Just because you don't see the scars immediately, doesn't mean they aren't there - they'll show up if you get a tan and when you get older and your skin ages.
Also, when you are sqeezing stuff out, you're also pushing stuff back down further, which can cause infections or something worse.
It doesn't matter what cleasing products you use, you will always have "gunk" in your pores. Everyone does, it's just the nature of our skin. But if you aren't happy with Clean & Clear, try another brand, such as Aveeno (it seems to be just as effective but not so harsh). Or see a dermatologist - they can give you topical meds or special cleansers (prescription or not) to help you out.
Good luck!
2007-01-02 10:17:12 · answer #1 · answered by puggie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-27 04:01:31 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't pick or pop anything, not only do you get scarring but you risk infection. You can use all the products on your skin that you'd like but you have to treat acne from the inside first, change that diet and avoid all things artificially red i.e. kool-aid, fake fruit drinks, pop, hot cheetos, etc. increase your water intake. Now for the outer part, get a regular skincare routine and stick to it! Exfoliate once a week, cleanse twice a day, tone and moisturize. If you don't have a doctor (your regular physician can help) then visit a good cosmetic counter such as Clinique or Origins. Kick the pizza to the curb for now. Change pillowcases regularly and wash those hands before you touch your face.
2007-01-02 09:57:34 · answer #3 · answered by kimmy p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you pop them, you get bacteria back into the pore which causes.... ta da.. another zit! Also, its way way more likely to scar. I know its hard.. but resist the urge to pop! One way to resist the urge is buying the little round zit treatment pads. They look like bandaids and are about the size of your pinkie nail. If you put those on a whitehead at night or when you are hanging out at home.. you will be less tempted to pick it, and they should make it go away in 3-6 hours.
2007-01-02 09:54:51 · answer #4 · answered by Kristin B 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Well I do pop my zits and i don't have scars at all!
but if you do get a scratch from a zit put neosporin on it!
and if you work out a lot or you sweat a lot!
after you workout just wash your face, the sweat comes out of your pores and cleans them out! But if you leave it there they will go back into your pores and that causes more breakouts!
you should try clearisal ultra spot treatment it works really well on me!
and oyu know what they say about makeup hurting your pores?
well its not true if you wash your face you shouldn't just leave it cause it leaves your skin open for dirt and grime! cause the face washes open up your pores and clean them out!
so you should put a mosturizer on after you wash up!
2007-01-02 10:19:48 · answer #5 · answered by Britt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop doing that! It's so bad for your skin. Use a face scrub to get "gunk" out. If you absolutely must pop your zits use two q-tips dabbed in vinegar, your hands have so much bacteria on them. You can also put an ice cube on the area afterwards to reduce swelling and redness...but, quit!
2007-01-02 10:00:31 · answer #6 · answered by KS 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While it took little less than two months for me to really see a difference, my acne, blackheads and whole lot of other skin problems I had such as eczema had completely cleared! It was totally amazing...
Get Rid Of Acne Permanently?
2016-05-14 23:45:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not bad, but your hands and face need to be clean oh and don't use your nails because it can scar. Don't pop the ones that are not ready either. Apply toner after, when i just added a toner to my routine it helped out alot because it balances your PH. Whats good is if you take warm showers and the bathrooms all steamy it opens your pores up and the pimples will pop easier, but don't force force it out either and apply cold water to close your pores back and toner of course on top. Hope i helped.
2016-03-29 05:00:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, it is bad to pop zits, but there is a tool at CVS, sav-on, walgreens, that allows you to take out your blackheads without leaving scars and other marks. If you do pop your acne do not use your nail because then you will leave a mark or even a scratch.
2007-01-02 09:55:05 · answer #9 · answered by i_luv_jlegend 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You heard correctly. Picking at acne leaves terrible scars. Not only does it ruin your complexion, but it actually makes the blemish last longer. When Clean&Clear products just aren't enough, Proactiv and Clearasil Ultra can clear you up fast.
2007-01-02 09:55:01 · answer #10 · answered by Ask Tara 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋