We are glad to meet you again, dear subscribers! Today our conversation will not be devoted to skin diseases or drugs for its treatment. We'll talk about how to squeeze out a purulent pimple and when you can do it.
Acne can appear in both those with healthy and problem skin. There are many reasons for their formation - from vitamin deficiency to severe stress. However, even proper removal of the abscess cannot prevent relapses.
In cases of progressive dermatitis or demodicosis, as well as in cases of dysfunction of the gastrointestinal tract, squeezing pimples is useless. In order for them to stop bothering you, you will have to engage in comprehensive treatment of the body.
Why shouldn't you squeeze out pimples on your face?
For the first time, a pimple that pops up on your face seems like a deformity that attracts the attention of everyone around you. And all you want to do is squeeze it out immediately! What you absolutely cannot do. Why shouldn't you squeeze out pimples on your face? For a number of reasons below:
- A pimple can only be removed when it is fully mature. Maturity can be determined by a cosmetologist or dermatologist, but not by a person who wants to remove a skin defect at all costs. But if you still decide to do it yourself - dry, hard, with a yellowish tint, without redness of the skin around;
- If a specialist decides to remove a pimple, preliminary preparation is carried out, including cleansing the skin, disinfection and opening of pores using special gels and creating a “greenhouse effect” using film;
- When a person crushes a pimple with his hands, most often this is done with dirty, unsterile hands, on an uncleaned and unprepared face - the result is infection, an even larger rash, and with it scarring of the skin, scars and skin pigmentation;
- By squeezing a pimple, you literally tear the skin, pulling the inside out. In this case, a gap remains in the skin with the “volcano mouth”, and in the depths the inflammatory process continues. Bottom line - you solve the effect, not the root cause;
- By squeezing a pimple, you run the risk of not only squeezing pus and sebum out, but also pushing particles deeper, turning a single pimple into a chronic problem.
Conclusion: By squeezing a pimple yourself at home, you tear the skin, infect the area around the pimple, add inflammation, resulting in a chronic rash, scarring and skin pigmentation.
What hurts if pimples pop up in the same place on your face?
Why do acne appear?
The sebaceous glands, which are located in the dermis and have access to the hair follicles, have receptors for male hormones, and they shamelessly “call” male hormones to themselves. Naturally, they do not refuse and, taking advantage of the invitation, enter into contact with such a “reception point”. This bundle then slides directly into the cell nucleus and there manipulates DNA, the control center of the cell. And this, in turn, stimulates the cells of the sebaceous glands to frantically produce sebum.
The oil moves along the hair shaft towards daylight for about six days. It then flows onto the surface of the skin, giving it elasticity, caring for the lips, protecting the skin from unwanted irritants and adding shine to the hair.
But if there are too many male hormones in the blood or if the receptors are too sensitive, then the cells of the sebaceous glands can overdo it with the production of sebum, and then a huge excess of it will appear in the hair follicle. And this is like a hospitably set table for microorganisms that love lard. They metabolize fat and leave behind a large amount of leftovers after their fatty feast.
These residues - fatty acids - irritate the delicate lining of the pore so much that it produces more and more cells for its wall in the hope of correcting this disgrace. But, alas, this often leads to the formation of a kind of keratinized omentum at the exit of the pore - plugs that close the exit. This is what we call acne, or comedones.
How to get rid of acne without squeezing: detailed instructions
So, you’ve read why you shouldn’t squeeze out pimples on your face and decided to get rid of the problem using another method. Where to start?
- Visiting a dermatologist and taking the necessary tests;
- Diet changes;
- Changes in hygiene habits;
- Change your skin care rules - use pharmaceutical products instead of cosmetics;
- Regularly visit a cosmetologist for facial cleansing, where you can perform both light and deep cleansing, while being aware of the safety of this procedure.
Yes, you won’t be able to get rid of acne in a few hours, but you can take a comprehensive approach to the issue and within a few weeks you can admire a radiant, neat face.
Tweezers for mechanical cleaning
This acne removal tool is not as popular as the Uno spoon and Vidal loop, but it is also used during manual cleansing. Externally, it is somewhat different from ordinary tweezers - the tips of the instrument are two curved hooks with sharp edges.263
Indications and contraindications
Tweezers are used for manual facial cleansing. The sharp edges easily pierce the skin (like a Vidal needle), and the curved working part helps remove blackheads. But using tweezers is not as convenient as the tools listed above. One awkward movement can lead to bruising, redness, and skin injuries.
How to use tweezers?
To get rid of a mature comedon, you need to press the rounded part of the forceps on the skin near it and squeeze it. As a result, the contents of the element will be pushed out. If necessary, the skin can be pierced with the sharp side of the forceps.
What types of acne are there on the face?
When wondering why you can’t squeeze out pimples on your face, you should understand what types of pimples are and how you can get rid of them.
What types of acne are there on the face?
- The first and simplest problem is comedones. They are closed and open, black (black dots) and white (pustular white tip). The initial stage, which occurs in many adolescents. If you immediately come to your senses and go to a specialist, adjust your diet and lifestyle, it’s easy to get rid of comedones. Launched option – moves to the next stage;
- The next stage of rashes on the face is a pustule. These are large red pimples with purulent contents. They should absolutely not be squeezed out until they are fully ripe, which can be identified by a clear white or yellow dot and absolutely calm, red-free skin around the pimple;
- A papule is a mature pimple that has not come out on its own and remains under the skin, having a clear white dot, and is extremely painful to the touch. The color of the pimple and the area around the pimple is from red-burgundy to bluish;
- If lightning acne occurs, you should immediately go to the hospital and undergo a course of treatment in dermatology. It is also recommended to cleanse the blood and monitor the proper functioning of internal organs. The rash affects locally, causes severe discomfort and affects not only the dermis, but also leukocytes in the blood, thereby causing complications throughout the body, as well as pain in the muscles and even bones;
- Nodular-cystic acne is another type of advanced form of acne, when it appears, you should immediately consult a dermatologist. Pimples are located deep in the skin, cause pain, and are connected to each other by fistulous canals.
Types of acne on the face
Carrying out the facial cleansing procedure with a spoon
To clean your face with a spoon, you need to wash your face with soap and steam the dermis. The instrument must be positioned so that the pimple is in the central part of the hole in the spoon.
After this, you need to press the tool to achieve painless removal of the secretion to the surface. This will help deal with acne and improve your appearance.
Needle application
The needle seems like a threatening instrument, but it is completely safe. With this device you can cope with deep or small white rashes.
On one side of the device there is a tip that allows for minor manipulations. The second part of the device is a steel eyelet.
It is permissible to use the needle only after steaming the face. During the procedure, the pimple should be placed in the center of the ring and pressed on the skin.
Using a brush
This is a great device that is suitable for everyday use. Thanks to the brush, you can cleanse the skin and prevent clogging of pores. This allows you to avoid the appearance of acne and comedones.
The brush also successfully copes with dead skin cells and scales that appear on the surface of the dermis. This feature is very important for those with dry and flaky skin.
With systematic use of the device, it is possible to significantly reduce the number of pimples and comedones. As a result, the skin takes on a healthy and radiant appearance. In addition, the procedure causes very pleasant sensations.
To achieve excellent results, you need to apply a little cleanser to the brush and cleanse your face with gentle movements. In this case, it is recommended to move along the massage lines.
How to get rid of comedones (blackheads) at home?
So, we have already figured out why you can’t squeeze out pimples on your face, regardless of their type. But what to do if regular visits to a cosmetologist are not possible? After all, there are a number of reasons when, even if you want to, you have to make do on your own (financial inaccessibility, living in rural areas, crazy workload at work). In this case you will need:
- Disinfecting tonic and cleansing gel;
- Cold hydrogenation gel mask;
- Cling film;
- Facial cleansing tool (Uno spoon, loop, etc.);
- Cotton pads;
- Alginate mask to tighten pores;
- Bright light;
- An assistant is preferred.
And let's get to work:
- Remove all makeup and wash with deep cleaning gel;
- Walk over your face and hands with a disinfecting tonic;
- Apply the gel to open the pores and cover it with cling film for a greenhouse effect;
- Wait the time indicated on the package;
- Disinfect the instrument in the meantime;
- Remove one area (for example, the forehead, and leave everything else in place) and use a Uno loop to walk around the entire area, additionally helping to hold the skin with your hand;
- For deep blackheads, use a Uno spoon;
- If you need to remove a mature pimple, and a loop or spoon does not work, pierce the center of the mature pimple with an appropriate tool and go through the loop;
- After completely cleaning one zone, open the next zone and continue cleaning;
- After finishing cleansing, wash your face, rinsing off everything that came off your face, as well as any remaining gel;
- Walk with tonic;
- Cleanse your neck and décolleté (optional);
- Place the mask on your face, neck and décolleté and rest for 15 minutes (here it is advisable to ask an assistant);
- Remove the mask and pat your face dry.
After the mask, the face will still be reddish, but after 5-12 hours it will return to normal. In the following days, carefully care for your face.
Facial cleansing: before and after
Pros and Cons of Squeezing
A large percentage of people are prone to constantly squeezing out all the pimples that appear on the body, regardless of their location. Doctors and cosmetologists insist that this process is not as harmless as it seems at first glance. The reason that a pimple appears on the face or body is an inflammatory process progressing inside the sebaceous glands. Under its influence, excessive production of subcutaneous fat occurs, accumulating in a closed pore.
When an infection penetrates, a favorable environment is created for the reproduction and vital activity of pathogenic bacteria, because they feed on substances collected in the clogged space. This is where the abscess appears.
If the squeezing process is handled incorrectly, the infection spreads locally throughout the body. And if the immune system is weak, then the person will suffer from multiple rashes all over the body. The body is represented by a complex mechanism, and when it senses danger, and this is an infection that has penetrated inside a closed pore, it tries to protect itself as much as possible from its spread. That is, it creates a protective barrier for the deep layers of the skin. With physical activity, pressing with your fingers, this barrier is destroyed, bringing part of the contents out, and the rest is released into the blood.
Moreover, doctors claim that the risk of infection directly depends on the location of the pimple. If it is localized in the area of the nasolabial fold, then it is better not to touch it at all. This is due to the close proximity of the nerve endings to the skin. If the barrier is destroyed, then there is a high risk of infection spreading through the bloodstream directly to the brain. The consequences can be very varied, even death. Here everything depends on the level of the protective function, whether it can suppress pathogenic bacteria. The least that can happen is the appearance of new abscesses in nearby pores.
There is also a high probability that after squeezing, scars will remain. Doctors say that the only correct solution to the problem is to contact a specialist, a dermatologist, who will accurately tell you the reasons and prescribe a treatment regimen.
However, if the pimple is small, then if you follow the rules of squeezing, you can remove it yourself.
Is it necessary to squeeze out pimples with pus on the face?
In this section we will tell you why you should not squeeze out pimples on your face if they contain pus. So, let's look at what a pimple with pus looks like schematically.
Purulent pimple
- Please note that the pus is located in the follicle area. And around there is inflammation, loose, easily damaged skin.
- When pressed, the pus “breaks through” not only upward, tearing the top layer of skin, but also to the sides, and worst of all, it can “break through” into the depths of the follicle and dermis. The result is an exacerbation of the inflammation, the spread of pus and a rash, but worst of all, if the pus gets into the blood, blood poisoning can occur, which in the worst case can be fatal.
- Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to squeeze purulent pimples until they are fully mature. Afterwards, if it doesn’t come out on its own, you can remove it during the cleaning process, but not by squeezing it out with your fingers, but using a loop or a Uno spoon.
If you don’t squeeze pimples, will they disappear on their own, where will the pus go?
Purulent acne is a personal hell for teenagers. If blackheads can be cleaned once a week and the face will remain clean all the time, then pustules are a long-term problem that is not so easy to remove, and even difficult to disguise.
Many teenagers have a question: why can’t you squeeze out pimples on your face if they are purulent, and if you don’t squeeze them out, where will the pus go?
It's quite simple:
- You can’t press - you tear the skin, which will then scar as it heals;
- When squeezed out, pus can go inside, not only increasing inflammation, but also causing blood poisoning;
- A purulent pimple matures and changes. The pus dries out, turning into a denser mass. The inflammation around goes away and the skin turns pale. When the source of inflammation becomes pale, during your next facial cleansing you can remove it using a tool, just as you remove blackheads;
- Small white superficial pustules do not need to be removed at all - they shrink and fall off with the upper epidermis when washing the face daily.
Acne removal by a cosmetologist
What to do if the purulent pimple is deep and does not go away on its own when it matures?
And here’s another counter-argument from teenagers - why can’t you squeeze out pimples on your face if they don’t go away on their own? Should I live with them my whole life?
- Firstly: some pimples mature in 1-2 days, others in 10-14 days.
- Secondly: 14 days have passed, and the skin around is red, there is liquid pus inside which, upon palpation, has not become harder? Is there severe pain when touched? See a dermatologist immediately, most likely you have reached the stage of lightning acne. In other cases, you can clear a mature pimple from a cosmetologist or yourself at home under sterile conditions.
What to do if you squeeze a pimple on your face?
Let's look at a common situation - what to do if you squeezed a pimple on your face, and instead of a perfect face, half your face was destroyed from one pimple? Why shouldn't you squeeze out pimples on your face? Yes, because later there can be very unpleasant consequences, and solving them is many times more difficult than without initially touching the pimple.
Instructions on what to do if you squeezed a pimple on your face and inflammation, fever, etc. develop:
- If the rashes have increased, and the purulent pimple has “stretched” even more, the following actions should be taken. We wash ourselves 2-3 times a day, then treat with a disinfectant, optimally Chlorhexidine. Apply salicylic ointment to the site of inflammation. We do not cover the area with cosmetics, oils or creams. When the skin becomes completely pale without red areas, and the ulcers “harden” becoming dense with a yellowish tint, you can cleanse and remove what did not resolve during the healing process;
- If, after squeezing out the abscess, the inflammation intensifies and the temperature goes up, go to the hospital immediately, this is the first sign of blood poisoning;
- If, after squeezing out the abscess, you have a twitching sensation (pulling the pus), itches and causes pain - apply a compress with Vishnevsky ointment. A fairly effective remedy that will help “break through” the abscess in a natural way and draw out the pus;
- If you experience severe weakness, headache and dizziness, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, loss of appetite, these are signs of blood poisoning. Go to the hospital immediately as this can be fatal.
You should be as careful as possible with purulent acne
How to remove ulcers: several important nuances
Before removing the abscess, you can try to speed up the release of pus or dry it. To accelerate the maturation of the pimple and the spontaneous release of the purulent core, applications with Vishnevsky liniment or ichthyol ointment are used.
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The first few procedures recommend applying a gauze bandage or cotton pad lubricated with ointment for 10-15 minutes. Subsequently, the bandage can be left overnight. In the morning, no traces remain of a shallow pimple.
If you don’t have any ointments at hand, or you can’t stand their pungent smell, an application is made from the pulp of an aloe leaf. The plant will also help to quickly draw pus out, as well as reduce inflammation and speed up the healing of an open wound.
For cauterization use any antiseptic:
- iodine (or iodine pencil);
- salicylic acid;
- boric acid, etc.
Apply the product to a cotton swab and carefully place a “dot” on the protruding head of the pimple.
Among folk remedies, concentrated tea tree essential oil is suitable for such purposes.
It is necessary to ensure that only the abscess itself is cauterized; avoid contact of alcohol products with healthy skin.
The most dangerous are ulcers located in the nasolabial folds and near the nostrils. It is very easy to introduce an infection into the blood when squeezing, and provoke the development of sepsis.
Can you die from squeezing a pimple on your face?
- Another good reason why you shouldn’t squeeze out pimples on your face is the possibility of dying quickly and very stupidly (don’t you think?).
- The first and most important thing is that any purulent pimple on the face can “sit” quite deep and when squeezed out, the pus will go into the blood, and as a result, blood poisoning.
- But there is also a “triangle of death” on the face. We have outlined it schematically.
“Triangle of Death” zone
The veins from this zone are connected directly to the brain and if pus or infection gets into them, the risk of rapid and irreversible brain damage is very high. It is this area that becomes the most common cause of death after squeezing out pimples.
It is also worth noting that under stress, the presence of chronic diseases, including diabetes of any type, even a mild infection can rapidly develop in the body to unprecedented heights. The result is rapid blood poisoning with the most disastrous consequences.
Conclusion: yes, indeed, you can die by unsuccessfully squeezing a pimple on your face, especially in the “triangle of death” area.
Rules for caring for instruments
In beauty salons, all instruments are subject to mandatory disinfection in antiseptic solutions. They also undergo pre-sterilization cleaning and sterilization.
To cope with pathogenic microorganisms, devices are placed in dry-heat ovens. They can also be processed in special ultraviolet chambers.
At home, all equipment must be thoroughly washed. This should be done under running water and soap. It is advisable to use laundry or regular soap without fragrances or fragrances for this purpose.
After this, the instruments should be treated with ethyl alcohol. It is important to consider that vodka is not suitable for this purpose. When processing devices, special attention should be paid to those areas that were in contact with the skin and purulent discharge.
It is not recommended to wipe alcohol off the surface of instruments. Experts advise waiting until it dries. The devices are stored in this condition until the next use.
Is it possible to exfoliate your face if you have acne?
For many people, facial cleansing involves scrubbing. But, firstly, we note that the scrub “tears” the delicate skin of the face, and is useful only for a small number of people who have thick, oily skin. Most often these are men on whom light peeling has no effect.
Why you shouldn’t squeeze pimples on your face to avoid tearing the skin, causing infection, and spreading the rash across your face. What does a facial scrub do? It tears the skin, especially where there are pustules, and also spreads infection throughout the face. Therefore, scrubbing is only available to those who do not have an inflammatory rash on the face.
Conclusion: if you have a rash, scrubbing is not for you.
Compliance with the rules
Before you start cleansing your skin, it is very important to familiarize yourself with the basic rules for this procedure:
- It is strictly forbidden to use devices for squeezing pimples to remove carbuncles and boils. They are also not used to combat rashes that accompany demodicosis.
Thus, the use of these devices is not recommended for any infectious skin lesions. Otherwise, there is a risk of inflammation spreading.
- Mechanical cleansing of the dermis is allowed only under conditions of absolute sterility. Before performing manipulations, the stick should be treated with an antiseptic solution. It is also necessary to disinfect your skin and hands.
When using instruments, fingers should be wrapped in disposable wipes. These measures will help avoid the spread of infection and inflammation.
- After completing the cleansing procedure, the dermis must be treated again with a solution containing alcohol.
Mechanical facial cleansing is a fairly serious procedure. Therefore, before starting it, it is very important to familiarize yourself with the recommendations of doctors. This will help cleanse the pores of impurities and prevent complications from developing.
Can I wear makeup if I have acne on my face?
When wondering why you can’t squeeze out pimples on your face, of course, a natural question will come to mind: is it possible to apply cosmetics if there are pimples on your face?
There are no direct contraindications, but there are a number of restrictions:
- It is better to refuse cosmetics from the masmarket and apply base, cream, etc. to your face. from pharmaceutical products created for people with acne;
- Brushes, sponges, etc. wash at least once every 2-3 days, and if the rash is severe, then after each use. Be sure to use a disinfectant spray;
- Remove makeup every evening, do not exercise while wearing makeup, and thoroughly cleanse and care for your facial skin.
A cosmetologist is your best friend in the fight against acne
How to stop squeezing pimples on your face: tips
Irina : throughout her youth she crushed her pimples mercilessly, until it spread with abscesses all over her face. Then there was a trip to the dermatologist, two years of treatment (if I had gone straight away, it would have been only a couple of months), and scars on my face that I am still treating to this day. I strongly recommend to all young men and women not to squeeze acne, but to treat and care for their face.
Yana (cosmetologist) : Every day people come to me with advanced forms of rashes on the face, scars and other consequences of acne pressure. I don’t even hire some of them; I immediately send them to a dermatologist. At the same time, if you don’t mock your face, but from the age of 14-15 you start taking care of your face with cleansing, masks, and also piercing with vitamins to improve the functioning of the dermis, then you will always have a soft, clean face without rashes. Well, the main advice for girls and women is to wash your makeup brushes and sponges more often. They are the cause of regularly recurring ulcers in 50% of cases!
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