What Should You Do After Squeezing a Pimple?

Caring for acne-prone skin is essential to restore your skin's beauty. Yet many people still don't know what to do after squeezing a pimple to get the best results from each treatment. In this article we share what you need to do after squeezing a pimple – read on!

Should you squeeze pimples?

Experts advise against squeezing pimples yourself at home, because you may not know how to do it properly. It can leave dark scars and allow bacteria inside the pimple to spread to the surrounding areas, making acne worse or even causing infection.

Even so, it is hard to resist touching or squeezing pimples. So if you have squeezed a pimple at home, you need to treat the skin properly afterwards for the best results.

What to do after squeezing a pimple

To remove bacteria and take better care of your skin afterwards, try one of these simple methods:

Salt water

Salt water stings when applied to a wound, but it is an effective way to stop bleeding and remove bacteria. You can buy saline at a pharmacy or make your own with 1 teaspoon of salt in ¼ cup of warm water.

Hydrogen peroxide

Like salt water, hydrogen peroxide helps stop bleeding and kills bacteria effectively. Simply soak a cotton pad in hydrogen peroxide and press it onto the spot to help it heal faster.

Ice

The cold restricts blood flow and helps stop bleeding. Hold a clean ice cube on the freshly squeezed, bleeding spot for about 3–5 minutes.

Honey

Honey has long been considered a "miracle remedy" – not only good for your health but also for reducing inflammation and redness after squeezing pimples. Wash your face 15–20 minutes after applying honey to remove any residue.

Fresh turmeric

Fresh turmeric is considered a beauty secret for women. Applying fresh turmeric powder to the spots after squeezing helps regenerate the skin and effectively remove dead cells.

Notes

• When squeezing a pimple, remove the core completely so it doesn't become more swollen and infected.
• Take good care of your skin afterwards and avoid applying skincare products to freshly squeezed spots.
• The area may swell after squeezing, but never touch or squeeze it again.

Following these tips on caring for your skin after squeezing pimples will help you achieve beautiful, clear skin.

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