When you pop a zit, you're actually ripping open your flash, allowing a little pocket of pus under your skin that contains oils and bacteria to erupt from your body like an awesome teeny-tiny volcano.

Everyone! It's just a fact of life. But of course, it's Women's Health's duty to remind you that zit popping can do some serious damage to your skin, especially if you don't do it the right way.

They'll scratch your zit-popping itch without sacrificing your glow-y skin. Beware! When you watch this video, you're ...

if using a tool like a blackhead extractor, to make sure it's sterilized by using rubbing alcohol or a similar disinfectant to prevent the spread of bacteria. Popping a pimple clean can be a rush ...