What Should I Do if I Can't Pop Pimples?

Mar 2, 2012

Gabriella N.

I had a really really bad pimple before. It was almost cyst big. Honestly even when I did pop they came back. One day I took an hot shower & it soften the skin & some oozed out it self. I then put differen on it...when I woke up it was relatively smaller & gone the next day. If you have that prescription I'd recommend it...it does wonders when I use it as a spot treatment.

Mar 3, 2012

keri k.

Ive had some pretty painful pimples too, the ones where they are under the skin and it causes a lot of dark patches on my face! i dont do anything for them but wait for it to fade.

Mar 3, 2012

Christine R.

I used to get acne like this, then I started taking the pill and it never came back again. My mom used to get cystic acne and the only thing that indefinitely took it away was a prescription from the dermatologist. If it is really making you uncomfortable I would go to a dermatologist, they would probably be the best person to help with this type of problem.

Mar 3, 2012

Kensie L.

I'm no expert so you probably shouldn't do this, but it works for me: I sanitize a safety pin w/ alcohol, prick the cyst, and squeeze the puss out until I see blood. lol

Mar 3, 2012

Paige S.

Sounds like cystic acne I'd change the skincare regimen your using, salicylic acid works better for me then benzoyal(sp?) peroxide, I used to get up to 4 cysts a day! I recommend a gentle toner(witch hazel), and to take vitamins. Dont touch the cysts theyll just stay 3xs longer and get bigger lol I use reversion skincare for my acne and it has worked wonders. (: and absolutly no OILS! oils cause cysts make sure to check everything you own and put on your face for sulfates, oils, and fragrances and toss them out they're whats giving you this type of acne.

Mar 3, 2012

Robyn S.

I would say if its a cyst, go to the doctor. 

Mar 6, 2012

Catherine T.

I like to use a warm wash cloth. It's not a cure, but it calms the pimple.

hope that helps!