A doctor has issued a chilling health warning, urging people to avoid popping pimples in a particular area of the face. This everyday grooming practice "could kill you", the medical expert warned.

Can popping zits in this area cause infection and even death? Dermatologists weigh in on the viral claims, and how to take care of your skin. The so-called "triangle of death," the area from the ...

Alisha Monaco, like many of us, has a habit of occasionally picking her skin when she notices a new pimple. Monaco, 32, tells PEOPLE she is prone to cystic acne, often breaking out ahead of big events ...

Dermatologists recommend not popping pimples anywhere to reduce the risk of infection, scarring, and skin discoloration.