Do not put toothpaste on it. That old myth ruins your skin’s pH and makes you smell like minty regret. Do not use your roommate’s facial scrub from 2019—it’s probably a biohazard. And for the love of all that is holy, do not try to pop it again. Second pops are like rebooting a broken computer: it just gets worse.
A final surprising fact: some dermatologists say that small, popped pimples heal faster when left completely alone than when you slather them in goop. The best treatment is often just time and a gentle pat of cold water. So go ahead, give your face a break—and maybe a little pep talk. You’ve got this, zit warrior.
