Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Key Takeaways Popping a pimple can actually make your breakout worse, increasing ...

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Popping pimples can cause more inflammation, infection, and scarring. Leaving pimples alone allows them to heal on their own within a few days. Use over-the-counter acne spot treatments to help ...

To prevent body acne, Dr. Camp recommends showering after exercise and other sweaty activities to help prevent the buildup of oil, grime, and residue. “Use a medicated cleanser in the shower to clear ...