Anytime a blemish appears on your face it’s discouraging.

But did you know it doesn’t automatically mean it’s part of a breakout?

It also happens after some treatments like microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing, and chemical peels.

Woman’s picking at zits looking in mirror

Stick with it to keep the skin turning over fresh cells.

It may get worse for a while, but purges will eventually subside.

Sometimes a breakout is simply the result of products that are too heavy for your bang out of skin.

Woman squeezing pimple on chin

Skin purging tends to stick to areas that have been problems in the past, according toThe Skincare Edit.

Skin purging typically lasts about six to eight weeks, which may feel like forever.

But stick with your skincare routine throughout it to achieve the best results.