The next time you’re tempted to pop a pimple, think again. A woman on TikTok says that she got a staph infection from popping a pimple above her lip. “I will never pop another pimple on my face, not ...

While it may be tempting, you’ve likely heard that popping a pimple is a bad idea. But with November marking National Healthy Skin Month, why is that exactly? “When you pop a pimple, things are not ...

Popping pimples can also lead to permanent scars. When you squeeze too hard or use dirty hands or tools, you damage the ...

The triangle of death is the area of your face including your upper lip, nose, and between your eyebrows. Popping a pimple in this area can lead to major infections because of its location.

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