Lots of people believe that oily skin is the main cause of acne. But, thanks to factors such as hormones or the weather, even people with dry skin can get a zit or two -- or too many to count. It's extra-frustrating because most spot acne...
You can say a zit is a girl's worst enemy -- especially when it ironically pops up at the worst possible time. Not only are zits a pain to begin with, but when you -- accidentally, right? -- picked that zit, now you're left with a big scab on your...
Dealing with a bout of acne is almost a rite of passage for many. The American Academy of Dermatology estimates that 85 percent of people will have acne at some point in their lives and not just during the teen years. Some may even get acne into...
Sometimes, even a generous helping of self-control isn’t enough to keep a frustrated diva from giving into the temptation to pop a zit. Now that you’ve poked a hole in that nasty-looking pimple, you probably feel a lot better -- but...
The clogging of your pores with dirt and oil are a common reason for zits appearing. If you're experiencing acne on your chest it could be a result of clogged pores, a change in your hormones, or higher temperatures causing your chest to sweat. To...
A flashy red dress or daring red lipstick makes a bold fashion statement. Bright red zits do not. Don't let red zits steal the spotlight. If your zits have you seeing red, reduce the appearance of those blotchy flaws right away with powerful acne...
If you have lost patience with your acne regimen and are tired of lackluster results, you can increase the likelihood of staying clear by adding a few natural ingredients to the mix. There are certain ways to tackle zits before they strike so that...
By now, you may have a full collection of every scrub, cream and rinse you could get your hands on in your fight to keep your face clear. If you find yourself hopping from treatment to treatment, only to end up disappointed by a lack of results,...
Neck zits can be harder to handle than regular facial zits. A variety of things including stress, hormones and pore-clogging creams can be the neck zit-causing culprits. But just because these pesky pimples are harder to handle than the facial...
Generally speaking, pimples shouldn't bleed. The only reason they bleed is if you pop them, and you know better than to pop them because that can leave a scar and also spread bacteria. But let's say you made a mistake just this once and you have a...
A pimple can mar even the prettiest face, so if you've got a big one that's full of white pus, you probably want to drain it. Horror stories abound about this type of thing. Scars, bleeding, exploding bacteria -- there are a lot of ways to do it...
If you have large zits, you know how uncomfortable and how unflattering they can be. But sometimes those pimples just won't pop and keep sitting there, looking red and swollen and bothering you. Getting rid of large pimples can take some time and...
There it is -- a zit like a big red siren, right there on your face. It's sore and red and inflamed, but you don't have any fancy acne cleaners, treatments or medicine and you want that zit gone. The good news is you can actually reduce or even...
You know that popping makes pimple problems way worse, but what's a girl to do when a big zit pops up? When pimples come on before a big event -- and you know that event stress isn't helping your skin -- you've got several options to banish them...
A pimple on your back is a pain, even if you're not showing a lot of skin. The pain, the pressure and the fear it's gonna pop and ruin your shirt and bra with the mess. If you're gonna squeeze, there are better ways to go about it, but know that...
Zits are painful and unsightly at the best of times, but if you have a zit in your nose you'll know new realms of discomfort. While it is tempting to pick at the zit until it bleeds, doing so can actually make it worse and prolong the agony. A...