Reddit reviews Trueplus Sterile Lancets, 28 Gauge, 100 Count

Here's one I've used for a long time:
http://www.amazon.com/TRUEplus-Sterile-Lancets-gauge-100-ct/dp/B00B6QWZPU/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1421983729&sr=1-1&pebp=1421983731789&peasin=B00B6QWZPU

Sterile lancets aren't too expensive, fairly small and are relatively easy to use. For what I see here, it may be too small, but it could do the trick by exposing the the innards enough to where the lancet can dig under and pull out a possible infected hair. If anything, it opens this for draining.

I very rarely pop zits but this is the process I use when I do. Make sure that the zit is in poppable condition. It has to be "tight" and "taut". Wash wish warm water. Use a disposable, sterile lancet to pop the pimple, and use a clean pimple popper to gently, gently, gently extract the crud. You should not squeeze the zit as much as apply downward pressure on either side of it. Then wash your skin again.

https://www.amazon.com/JPNK-Blackhead-Remover-Tools-Kits/dp/B01CNMASFY

https://www.amazon.com/Trueplus-Sterile-Lancets-Gauge-Each/dp/B00B6QWZPU

I've used that lancer for years now. It has literally taken every sort of lancet that I have thrown into it. Admittedly some have been better than others, but some lancets are just garbage so it figures. These, or these, or these will all work. Really just figure out which gauge you prefer and order a few boxes in that gauge from a few brands and figure out which ones you prefer. That thing will take most of the lancets out there.

Blister bandages(hydrocolloids) or other acne patches (there are 2 kinds, tiny hydrocolloids, and little patches with acne medication on them) really help me with not picking. I use sterile lancets to gently poke a small hole in any whiteheads that I have, then I put the hydrocolloids on them and leave it on overnight or longer if I can. The hydrocolloids draw out and absorb fluid, so normally by morning they've absorbed most or all of what was in there.


For acne that isn't a whitehead I tend to use the other kind of acne patch to help keep from messing with it, the medicated acne patches are not good for absorbing fluid from whiteheads though. Also links are just for examples so you know what I'm talking about, I'm not recommending any specific product.

I think the biggest problem is trying to squeeze/pop pimples that haven't come to a head yet! Do whatever works best for you and your skin. I try to resist popping mine unless they're ready, and when I do, I use a sterile lancet: https://www.amazon.com/Trueplus-Sterile-Lancets-Gauge-Each/dp/B00B6QWZPU/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1525270930&sr=8-3&keywords=sterile%2Blancets&th=1

You should clean the area before you pop. To be hygienic you can use sterile lancets. (Useful guide here)

More pictures here

Current Routine

Hi all, for a while now I’ve been using a cleanser and moisturizer routine. Originally, I began with the CeraVe cleanser and tub, but found that the fatty acids in them caused me to break out. Since, I’ve transitioned over to Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream and Ultra Gentle Foaming Cleanser.

Main Issue

Though I haven’t really been strict with my routine, I try to use them twice a day - morning and night. Problem is, however, that when I get out of the shower my dace is dry (not tight) and full of dead skin, but just 2 hours later, it becomes extremely oily. The moisturizer has helped a ton, but I think the dead skin is causing me to break out more than ever before since it’s now trapped.

BHAs

I did some digging and it seems that a BHA would be a good next step for me to add, is this true? If so, any suggestions on what would work for my skin in specific?

Other Questions

1. Would it be advisable to use my cleanser and moisturizer combo 3x a day (11am, 6pm, 1am)? My skin feels oily (doesn't look that way according to others so I may be overreacting) midday so it would make me feel more clean, but might be too harsh - not sure.
   
   
2. Do I need to moisturize before bed as well, or can I just cleanse?
   
   
3. I absolutely hate having white heads on my face as they make me very self conscious. Normally, I just pop them with my fingers but that makes huge bumps and scars. Is popping with lancets and then covering with bandages fine?
   
   
4. What can I do to reduce my already existing scars, and how long will it take?
   
   
5. Do I have any enlarged pores? If so, what does this mean and what can I do?
   
   
6. How long will it take for my current pimples to clear up after adding a BHA or whatever other product is suggested?
   
   Thanks so much for reading and for any advice! Sorry for the huge wall of text, I’m just really trying to make a change :)