It's common knowledge that popping pimples can lead to scarring. Dr. Sandra Lee, aka Dr. Pimple Popper, said that it's best to use spot treatments on zits. However, she's a realist and has tips on how ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." No matter which of these you're suffering from, there's one kind of acne we can all relate to: the kind ...

Few things are more tempting than picking at a new zit that’s just appeared. After all, it’s pretty gratifying to see the built-up gunk release from your pores—plus, they always seem to crop up at the ...

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Key Takeaways If you must pop a pimple, clean your hands, the skin, and use a ...

A professional dermatologist shared her top tips for popping a pesky pimple without causing any damage to your skin. Dr. Ava Shamban explained that when it comes to spots it’s better to leave them ...

Most of us are freakishly obsessed with the tiny abscesses extra oil, dirt and grime trigger on our skin. Pimples, blackheads, acne, it’s all the same — and it’s a massive industry. There are TV shows ...

If you ask just about any dermatologist, they'll say you should never pop a pimple. Experts agree that it's best to let a zit run its course — even if it looks ready to pop on its own anyway.