‘It’s not necessarily a soothing behavior. But it brings a slight enjoyment despite the pain.’Photograph: Science History Images/Alamy We know it’s bad. Maybe parents or partners have scolded us for ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often ...

Pimples happen—and with those pus-filled bumps often comes the urge to pop them. Most dermatologists recommend against popping your own pimples, according to Ife J. Rodney, MD, a board-certified ...

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Plus what happens when you pop one. Generally speaking, the age-old advice about never popping pimples is one that you should adhere to. Both board-certified dermatologists we spoke to were adamant ...