Should you pop pimples or leave them alone?

Dermatologists object to a person popping her own pimples as this may lead to another breakout or scarring when done under unhygienic conditions, according to HowStuffWorks. A person who still wants to pop her pimples should use cotton swabs, pore strips or a comedone extractor instead of fingers.

Pimples are raised bumps on the skin that result from a skin condition known as acne, as WebMD explains. Causes of acne include a rise in hormone levels, such as occurs during puberty or birth; drugs, such as corticosteroids or lithium; and diseases of the endocrine system, such as polycystic ovary syndrome.