9 things you should never use to treat a pimple, and 2 you should

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November 2, 2018 9:07 PM

There are some things that will only make your pimples worse. INSIDER spoke to dermatologists to figure out how to best treat pimples.

Your fingers shouldn't be touching your pimple.

Essential oils won't do any wonders for your skin.

Toothpaste will do more harm than good.

Trendy Instagram products might be all hype.

Baking soda can irritate your skin.

Coconut oil will clog your pores.

Alcohol-based products will wreak havoc on your skin.

Apple cider vinegar is harsh.

Food items are best left in the fridge.

Retinol products might actually work.

Differin is recommended by some dermatologists.

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