Skin Myth -- It's Better to Pop Pimples

FALSE!

"The truth is even though it feels really good to release the "gunk" by popping that pimple on your face, a lot of it actually goes deeper", says Sandy Johnson, MD on WebMD. When it goes deeper, it can actually causes more inflammation that can lead to scarring and spread under the skin. That's why when you pop one, another one crops up -- usually close to the original one!

Dr. Johnson says it's absolutely crucial that people stop "picking" at their faces. But suggests that if you cannot resist, use a comedone extractor (you can find them in the beauty section of the drugstore) -- Apply pressure with the extractor, then roll over the pimple to remove it.

With Sweet Goodness,

Shermaine