Should You Pop A Whitehead Pimple. Squeezing too forcefully could cause scarring. How Special Is Your Body.

If you feel that you absolutely must pop your whitehead use a hot compress to warm and soften your skin then push gently on both sides of the pimple while wearing gauze bandages over your fingertips -- pus or clear fluid should come out says Rajapaksa in Health magazine. Depending on the severity of acne the treatment can range from oral antibiotics to prescription and over-the-counter ointments. Whiteheads If you have a large whitehead try applying a warm compress to the pustule only with a clean washcloth Stacy shares.
Treating the Affected Area 1.
These instructions apply to large whitehead pimples meaning you can see white pus inside of a trapped pore. As a general rule you should never attempt to pop your pimple yourself. You dont want to introduce any extra bacteria to your skin. After a few minutes wipe it off very gently.