POPPING A PIMPLE

Common advice which we use to have from our parents and grand parents is not to pop the pimple and let it heal at its own. However sometimes it becomes difficult to resist or close the eyes at a pimple that is begging to be popped. Obviously one cannot let a bulging white zit on his face for the whole world to see. If properly done the popped pimple is easier to heal. But this technique must be reserved only for the pimples that are ready to be popped. The ones that is white all around the surface. Best time is after the shower when skin is soft and supple.

Following procedure must be followed. 

1.   Disinfect a sharp swing needle by rubbing it in alcohol. 

2.   Softly prick the surface of pimple. 

3.   Wrap the index fingers with the help of two tissues.  

4.   Squeeze the pimple from sides, softly but confidently. Use an in and down motion. Never force it. If the pimple is ready for being popped it will pop if it is not ready; leave it then and there. You must stop if blood or clear fluid start to leak.

5. If the process is continued for the lesion that is not ready will ;lead to scarring

6.   If you pop a pimple that is not ready to be popped will lead to a scar  

Painful and deep lesions must be left untouched. A good option for these lesions is to consult a dermatologist. He can administer an injection to bring down the swelling and to eliminate and reduce scarring. Some dermatologists accept a quick appointment for such cases.