Yahoo News Singapore: ‘Pimple popping’ toy with syringe could pose serious risks to kids: S’pore consumer safety watchdog
A popular “pimple popping” toy sold here that comes with a syringe could pose serious safety risks, warned Singapore’s consumer safety watchdog.
‘Pimple popping’ toy with syringe could pose serious risks to kids: S’pore consumer safety watchdog
Bustle: This Pimple Popping Toy For Adults Is Either Your Dream Or Worst Nightmare
This Pimple Popping Toy For Adults Is Either Your Dream Or Worst Nightmare
A pimple or zit is a kind of comedo that results from excess sebum and dead skin cells getting trapped in the pores of the skin. In its aggravated state, it may evolve into a pustule or papule. [1] Pimples can be treated by acne medications, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatories prescribed by a physician, or various over the counter remedies purchased at a pharmacy.
Clogged oil glands or bacteria cause pimples. They’re a symptom of acne, and there are many types. Treatments include over-the-counter or prescription medications.
Understand how different types of pimples form and the best ways to treat them, from over-the-counter remedies to professional care.
To get rid of a pimple, take a hot shower or apply a warm compress to the pimple so it comes to the surface of your skin. Then, pop the pimple with clean hands and apply a spot treatment like benzoyl peroxide so the pimple doesn't come back. You can also hold an ice pack over the pimple for 5 minutes, which will reduce redness and swelling.