Explained – The Life Cycle Of A Pimple

Acne is one of the most common and unpredictable skin woes. One day your face looks flawless and blemish-free and the next day, a nasty red pimple pops up out of nowhere. Annoying, isn't it? While the first thing most of us do when we spot a pimple, is frantically start looking for ways to get rid of it, how many of us have actually stopped to think about what a pimple really is? It's always best to get to the root of the problem before treating it. And since there are so many questions surrounding pimples, we decided to put all your doubts to rest by taking you through the life cycle and stages of a pimple. Read on to find out how long it takes for a pimple to appear on the surface of the skin and what to do at each stage.