Here are the reasons why you should not fake acne, shared by Dr. Rinky Kapoor, a dermatologist at The Esthetic Clinics.
Shaping acne only makes acne worse
When youpray the skin around the acne, you are at risk of pushing dirt, oil and bacteria deeper into the skin. Not to mention, bacteria from your hands also contribute to worsening inflammation, leading to many other types of acne.
Shaping acne that can easily cause infection
When you try to form acne to push all the pus out, you may think you have completely cleaned that area. But in reality, there is still a possibility that some of the remaining pus is present, becoming an ideal environment for larger, more inflamed breakouts to develop.
Scalp can cause scars and holes
Shaping acne too soon hinders the skin's self-healing process. This can cause the skin to lose tissue, leaving permanent scars. The more scratches or touches you get on the pimples, the higher the risk of leaving scars. Even if you do not stop in time, you can have cavities.
Shaping acne can increase skin pigmentation
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is one of the common harmful effects of pimples. This condition can last for months, even years before fading away.
Shaping acne to make it grow more
When you form acne, the pus inside will come into contact with the surrounding skin. Bacteria, oil and dirt pushed out can clog pores and follicles, causing many new acne points to appear.
