On the list of skincare no-no’s, popping your own pimple tops the chart. And, in writing this probably very needed “how to pop a pimple” guide, I absolutely must, must, must emphasize that getting ...

‘It’s not necessarily a soothing behavior. But it brings a slight enjoyment despite the pain.’Photograph: Science History Images/Alamy We know it’s bad. Maybe parents or partners have scolded us for ...

Most of us are freakishly obsessed with the tiny abscesses extra oil, dirt and grime trigger on our skin. Pimples, blackheads, acne, it’s all the same — and it’s a massive industry. There are TV shows ...

While it may be tempting, you’ve likely heard that popping a pimple is a bad idea. But with November marking National Healthy Skin Month, why is that exactly? “When you pop a pimple, things are not ...

Whiteheads. You may think of this pesky form of acne as merely a pubescent person's problem, but 10 to 20% of adults get them too, according to the Cleveland Clinic. That makes these red, irritated ...

Learn more about what causes acne in humans and how it can sometimes impact animals, too.

When you notice a small bump on your face, a swollen pore or a tiny protrusion, the impulse to squeeze it can feel almost automatic. Many people do not know how to look at a pimple without touching it ...

Treat everything from maskne to impromptu breakouts with the right products. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, many of us have been looking to learn more about adult acne and the best treatments.

Many skincare mistakes come from people trying to treat their skin without proper guidance, experts say. Dermatologists told Insider some of the most common mistakes they saw in 2021 came from ...

Severe acne is more than just an inconvenience — it is stubborn, requires a dermatologist's care, and can be extremely painful, leaving emotional and physical scars in its wake. Those who experience ...