# @geetayadavmd on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/ChXuxISpWsi
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/34173409-geetayadavmd-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/967a1ee113.jpg
- **Posted:** 2022-08-17T18:33:21.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Geeta Yadav (@geetayadavmd) — https://gondola.cc/geetayadavmd

## Caption

Do this NOT that to treat acne according to a #dermatologist 👩🏽‍⚕️

✅ DO reduce swelling with ice  Applying ice directly to your skin reduces swelling and helps decrease inflammation. ❌ DON'T squeeze your pimples
Squeezing pimples can cause the blemish to become more inflamed, leading to scarring.✅ DO apply a topical acne cream  Topical creams such as over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide options (which are antibacterial), or (sulfur-based treatments), which are anti-inflammatory, are great for treating those pesky breakouts. 
❌ DON'T use toothpasteUsing toothpaste on your face can irritate your skin, upset your pH and lead to rashes and burning. ✅ DO visit with your dermatologist if your acne is persistent 
❌ DON’T listen to TikTok #skincarehacks Which of these did you get right, or what did you get wrong? Comment below 👇

#acne #cyst #acnetreatment #pimples #dermatology #skincare #pimples  #acnescars #acneproblems #acneskincare #acnefree #skincare

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## Tags

skincarehacks, cyst, skincare, pimples, acnescars, acneproblems, dermatology, acneskincare, acnetreatment, acnefree, dermatologist, acne

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