Zits--To pop or not to pop? That is my question.?

Your zit is already filled with bacteria and white blood cells. While technically true, you could release bacteria into the blood stream, it is highly dubious if this would be harmful. In the case of acne, the main bacteria in the zit is one your body is good at fighting and will react too.





As for scarring, some peopel scar more rwadily. Most peopel could pop without risk of scarring. Don't go using metal tools with sharp blades as you increase your risk of injury.





Like everyone said, wash your hands well, clean the area off well, do your thing and wipe clean with astringent or rubbibg alcohol.





Now, doing this in public is a bad idea. Its gross and unsanitary. So definately keep it to yourself.Zits--To pop or not to pop? That is my question.?
I know how tempting it can be. It's actually one of my wife's favorite pastimes. :-)





The fact is, it's not particularly good. The pus inside can infect other areas and it does create a scar that has to heal. But it's not the end of the world.





One bit of advice--try and avoid those on your nose and the skin that borders it. There are many blood vessels near the surface there that travel to the brain.Zits--To pop or not to pop? That is my question.?
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NOT TO POP. You may not see it till your in your 20s, but if you squeeze the things they will leave scars that are like lillte pink spots all over you face, and you will keep breaking out more and more, not to mention, the pimple gets much larger and redder after popping and there is a nasty scab. If you have a hard time keeping your hands off of them, try wearing make-up, even rewarding yourself for not squeezing, it's so worth it.
NO!!!!!! stop right there. It will make matters so much worse if you do. Bacteria on your fingers may infect that booger and make it alot more red and puffy than it already is. Cover it up with Nuetrogena clearing concealer.
Generally, don't pop. Your fingers introduce more bacteria and oil onto your face and into the zit that you pop, and the pinching motion can lead to scarring.





But, if you MUST pop, pop only the ones where you're sure you can get the whole thing out completely (ones that are ';ripe';). Make sure you wash your hands beforehand, and DON'T use your nails! Use the skin of your fingers and lightly squeeze. Then wipe clean with some an astringent.
Popping zits is what I always do. as long as you dont pick at it it shouldnt leave a scar. I po every zit I see and I dont/ have any scars. The scab is harly noticable and goes away within days. Soo my advise it to get it poppin.