In this deeply satisfying session, a patient suffering from severe cystic acne, embedded blackheads, stubborn milia, and inflamed whiteheads finally finds relief through professional extraction. The patient, a young adult with years of painful breakouts, had tried countless creams and home remedies without success. Their skin was textured and inflamed, dotted with large, swollen cysts and clusters of deep blackheads across the cheeks, forehead, and chin.
The procedure began with a thorough cleansing and steaming process to open the pores. Dr. Lee, known for her precision and gentle touch, examined the skin carefully, identifying which areas were ready for extraction. With a steady hand, she started with the deep blackheads, pressing carefully until thick, dark plugs emerged from the pores—some stretching back years. Each removal left behind a small, clean pore and visible relief on the patient’s face.
Next came the milia, those tiny, white keratin-filled bumps often mistaken for pimples. Using a fine lancet, Dr. Lee made small openings to release the trapped material with minimal trauma to the surrounding skin. The whiteheads, though small, were inflamed and painful. With skill, they were cleared one by one, reducing redness and preventing future cysts from forming.
Finally, attention turned to the most painful part—cystic acne. These deep, inflamed nodules were gently drained after being treated with anti-inflammatory injections to minimize swelling. Thick, yellowish pus and keratin were expressed, offering instant relief to the patient.
By the end of the session, the patient’s skin already looked calmer and less congested. Though multiple treatments would be needed, the first session brought immediate improvement and a sense of renewed hope.
There’s something powerfully therapeutic about seeing the skin cleared, and this session of pimple popping was not only satisfying—it was truly life-changing for the patient.