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We understand that it can be very tempting to pop and squeeze the acne whenever you look in the mirror. But popping the zits can cause your skin to break apart and make it more susceptible to an infection. To prevent scarring and other damages avoid popping out these types of zits, says dermatologist Dr Sejal Shah.
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Cold sores: Picking cold sores can release a blister-filled fluid that can lead to the formation of another sore very easily. The blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus can spread from one area to the other just by touch.
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Ingrown hair: It is never a good idea to pluck the ingrown hair using a tweezer or fingers as doing so can break the skin and lead to further inflammation and infection. You can instead wash the area with an exfoliating cleanser to help the hair reach the skin surface.
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Blackheads: While you may think it is easy to get rid of the whiteheads with your fingers avoid doing it as the whitehead releases bacteria and oil when you squeeze it. So squeezing can not only transfer bacteria from your fingers to face but also force the bacteria deeper into your skin.
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Whiteheads: Attempting to pop blackheads may seem like an easy option, but squeezing them can force the bacteria deeper into the skin. It is best that you scrub your skin to work the dirt and oil out without pricking your skin.
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Cystic acne: This type of acne occurs very deep in the skin forming a tender, red nodule that is painful and severe to treat with OTC medications. Picking them won't help either because the cyst occurs so deep in the skin that you will not be able to reach and would be left with a bloody spot instead.
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Keratosis pilaris: Often referred to as chicken skin, this condition is a buildup of keratin on the skin that blocks the opening of a hair follicle. Squeezing these bumps can scar your skin and also increase the redness.
