Being kind to your skin means not squeezing it. Pressing on a facial abscess can push the infection deeper and leave a lasting scar.
A doctor can numb the area, open the abscess through a small cut and let the pus drain out, which brings relief almost right away.
Sometimes antibiotics are added, and a deeper cyst may be removed later once the swelling has settled down.
Gentle cleansing, clean towels and pillowcases, and daily sunscreen help the healing skin recover and fade any marks.
Be kind to your skin and give it the care it needs. The videos below show facial cysts and abscesses being treated by professionals.
