It is tempting to remove an individual whitehead. However, it is best to use extraction tools to pop a whitehead, as improper removal may leave an unsightly or painful mark. Picking or popping ...

But there are certain situations where popping a pimple may be an acceptable option, like if the pimple has a visible whitehead or a blackhead that's close to the skin's surface. If you choose to ...

Insider producer Celia Skvaril tried one on a whitehead to see if it was able to pop the pimple. She also spoke with Dr. Mona Mislankar about the safety of using a needle at home. More from ...

What are those light-colored bumps popping up around your forehead and chin? Whiteheads are part of the comedonal acne family, which also include blackheads. They're the skin-colored bumps that ...