Do you ever find it impossible to not pick a pimple? You aren’t alone. So many of us can’t fight the compulsion to pick skin blemishes. But, picking and prodding is probably the worst thing you can do. From redness to swelling, popping a whitehead can quickly make it worse. While a typical skin blemish might last 5 to 7 days, the scar from picking can last for weeks. If you think you’re a chronic picker, take a look at these tips to kick this habit for good.
7 Tips to Kick Your Blemish Picking Habit for Good
1. Make a pact with yourself to stop picking your face. (this would be a great resolution!)
2. Prevent blemishes so that you do not have the urge to pick. Cleansers that contain salicylic acid can help keep blemishes under control.
3. Figure out why you pick your blemishes. Then find a way to keep your hands busy. (like drawing, baking or reading a book)
4. Exfoliate regularly to keep pores clear.
5. Try to control touching your face in general.
6. Allow blemishes to heal on their own.
7. Dig deep for your best willpower!!
Do you think you can make a pact to leave your blemishes alone in 2014?
