AnnaMaria
A Dermatologist’s Warning: Why I Stopped Popping Pimples at Home
I used to think popping a pimple was harmless, a quick fix before a night out or an important meeting. But every time I did, it seemed to come back angrier, redder, and somehow even bigger. It wasn’t until my dermatologist sat me down and explained what really happens under the skin that I finally stopped.
When you squeeze a blemish, you’re not just pushing out the pus. You’re also forcing bacteria, oil, and debris deeper into your pores. That’s what causes swelling, redness, and sometimes painful infections. Even worse, it can leave behind scars or dark spots that take weeks or months to fade.
Dermatologists agree that instead of picking or squeezing, you should use gentle treatments that do the healing for you. Look for ingredients like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, which unclog pores, reduce inflammation, and prevent future breakouts.
If acne keeps coming back, don’t fight it alone. A dermatologist can design a plan just for your skin, from prescription creams to light-based therapies that treat the real cause, not just the surface.
Healthy skin isn’t about what you squeeze out, but how you care for it.
