2 PICK OR NOT 2 PICK? OBVIOUSLY DON'T PICK!

Have you ever found yourself with a scab on your face? I know most of us want that unsightly brown spot off of our faces asap, however it's best to leave it alone. The scab is there for a reason, after all, and tearing it away may cause further damage to the skin, and may even cause a fresh injury. This will obviously prolong the healing process. If you find yourself with a scab on your face, there are a few simple remedies you can try in order to heal it. Of course, your mileage may vary. Some treatments may do the trick for you, while others may not do a thing. The severity of your injury and the size of the scab must also be considered. The following are some tips for healing scabs on the face: -Apply a warm (not hot!) compress to the scab. The moisture will help soften and loosen the scab. Do this several times a day for best results. You may need to moisten the compress several times as it cools down. It's important not to use water that is too hot -you don't want to scald your skin or cause any unnecessary redness. -Keep it clean. Avoid the temptation to use harsh exfoliating scrubs; this will only increase your discomfort. Use a mild cleanser, such as Cetaphil, and finish by drying the area thoroughly. -To prevent a scar from forming after you've picked at a blemish, cleanse the skin thoroughly and apply an antibiotic cream, such as Neosporin. Leave it alone after that - you don't want to aggravate the area further.