An curved arrow pointing right. It may feel satisfying to pop a pimple and let all the gushy substance flow out. However, by popping a pimple, you are doing more harm to your skin than you might ...

Unlike whiteheads that create a pustule on top of the pore, trapping oil and sebum inside, blackheads are pores that remain open. This means the oil, dirt and bacteria is exposed to oxygen.

The blockage develops due to a build-up of oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria inside the pore or follicle. Blackheads are ...