Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Popping pimples can be bad for your skin, leading to inflammation, infection, discoloration, more breakouts, and scarring. It can damage the underlying tissue ...

Yet, when it comes to most face bumps and blemishes, dermatologists agree that a hands-off approach is best. “Popping anything causes your skin to physically break apart, making it more ...

Rather than attempting to pop these deep-seated bumps, dermatologists recommend professional treatment, including cortisone injections to reduce inflammation and swelling. The deeper nature of ...

What are those light-colored bumps popping up around your forehead and chin? Whiteheads are part of the comedonal acne family, which also include blackheads. They're the skin-colored bumps that ...