Precautions for Acne Extraction, as Explained by Imi Seok Theme Dermatology

Acne care tips

• Precautions for acne extraction -

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During the typical changing-of-seasons weather, when the daily temperature range exceeds 10 degrees Celsius and dry winds blow, the skin has difficulty adapting to the temperature difference, which often leads to various skin problems. In particular, when acne appears on the face, people may try to extract it with excessive force or keep touching it because it bothers them. In such cases, this can cause inflammation and secondary infection, so caution is needed.

If you touch acne-prone areas in the wrong way, it can have a negative effect and lead to skin conditions that are difficult to treat, such as deeply pitted scars or red, blotchy scars. That is why it is best to know preventive methods and follow precautions even when extracting acne.

How to extract acne on your own

1. Place a steamed towel over the acne area for 10 seconds to open the pores so sebum can come out more easily.

2. Disinfect the area to be squeezed and the extraction tool before extraction using alcohol or a toner containing antibacterial ingredients.

3. Use an acne extraction lancet needle to make a hole so that sebum can come out more easily from the affected area.

4. Apply pressure around the area with an extractor or cotton swab to remove the pus.

5. Right after extraction, it is effective to apply a scar-reducing patch to the extraction area or provide aftercare with a regeneration cream. For skin soothing, it is also good to use a pack or adequately moisturize the skin with a low-oil product.

If you do not take proper care after extraction, it can lead to scarring, so thorough care until the end is necessary.

Precautions to follow when extracting acne

1. Do not forcefully squeeze acne just because it looks unsightly.

2. Never touch acne with your hands.

3. Only extract acne that has visible white pus.

A skin condition that is prone to recurrence: acne

Because acne itself is a skin condition that easily recurs, you should also make efforts to improve your lifestyle habits, such as maintaining a regular routine, avoiding greasy foods, and not squeezing acne with your hands, in order to prevent acne itself. Acne appears all over the face, such as on the forehead, cheeks, and chin, and it can occur in any area.

Many people believe it is common sense to make a hole in acne with a needle at a right angle before extracting it, but you really need to be careful.

Opening the pores does not mean all acne will come out. Acne has a direction, and it appears differently depending on its form, so the commonly known method of squeezing acne does not apply to all acne. For that reason, if extraction is not done properly, the pore wall may actually be damaged and the inflammation may become worse. If treatment is delayed and the symptoms worsen further, the sebaceous glands may be damaged, leaving behind pitted scars or hypertrophic scars as aftereffects. Squeezing acne based on incorrect information can leave marks and scars, so it is best to receive accurate and safe extraction from a specialist at an early stage.

If it is difficult to distinguish between acne marks and acne scars, it is best to visit a dermatologist as quickly as possible for an accurate diagnosis.

Acne treatment at Imi Seok Theme Dermatology

At Imi Seok Theme Dermatology Clinic, acne treatment is tailored to each patient’s skin. Treatment is carried out with various lasers and medical skin care, using Icon Green, TerraClear, Vbeam Perfecta, Agnes Laser, New Smooth Beam, IPL laser, and ART laser, along with various medical skin care treatments such as anionic care and Milk Peel.

Today, we explained precautions for acne extraction and how to extract acne. If extracted incorrectly, scars may remain, but if left alone, acne can still be bothersome. If you find it difficult to extract acne at home or if you already have scars, you should receive treatment from a specialist. With more than 20 years of extensive clinical experience, Imi Seok Theme Dermatology can improve skin problems and provide customized treatment suited to the patient’s condition and symptoms through more than 60 premium treatment devices. If you have any questions, please contact Imi Seok Theme Dermatology.

Your skin doctor, Imi Seok Theme Dermatology, treats the fundamental skin problem rather than simply providing temporary relief of symptoms.