Approx 1 year pick free (among other stuff mentioned in comments)4yr ⋅ adamcaswell ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Dermatillomania (A piece I created to explain my relationship with picking, lino relief print, 2018)5yr ⋅ broog ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
My progress for any of you who are feeling hopeless. First pic is 3.5 years ago, second pic is today. You can overcome this disorder. (disclaimer: i do still pick at my skin just WAY less, to the point where it isn't noticeable. I still have a little more to go before i've completely stopped)5yr ⋅ wrappers ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
my birthday is tomorrow and my skin is lookin bad // feeling sad1yr ⋅ givemesushiplz ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Left is from almost 2 months ago, after an awful and painful picking session that made me so self-conscious I decided to buckle down and discipline myself. Right is from today. I've relapsed a few times but I'm managing to stop myself before spending hours in front of the mirror.5yr ⋅ supercarXS ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
a piece about my eczema + dermatillomania. im hesitant to talk about it because there is a lot stigma around body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRB). but I know so many who feel much less alone when they learn about it. there is hope ❤️4yr ⋅ aristhought ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Today I was able to sit at home, alone, wearing a tank top and not pick! It's the little victories5yr ⋅ TheatreHooligan ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Thank you all for posting your experiences with acrylic nails!! I have caught myself at least 20+ times trying to pick since getting them done last night and I can’t. Why didn’t I do this sooner?3yr ⋅ g-wenn ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
It was going well today, but then I found a spot on my chin, and it escalated.. :( of course 10 minutes before I was going to meet up with some friends. Just cancelled ...1yr ⋅ After-Bit-7537 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
~out of sight, out of mind~ we all love our blister bandages, but imagine if they were precut HEARTS 💞 $10 for 36 at ulta (28 cents each). I actually don’t mind wearing these out of the house and they work well!5yr ⋅ f_cksarah ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
didn't expect such a vast improvement. im proud of myself :)4yr ⋅ atoasttotoastedbread ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
doesn't seem like much, but means the world to me. Haven't made it a full day without picking for over a year.3yr ⋅ wlkinginurfootsteps ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
These little patches are great at preventing me from picking, and they also help the acne/scab heal, which is a bonus. You can get them at Walmart for around 2-3 dollars, in the face mask/skin section5yr ⋅ amacord ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
For the first time in years I made it one week without picking!5yr ⋅ t00thake ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Hello, everyone! Here is my current progress after not picking for 3 weeks. I’m feelin good!6yr ⋅ eIoisa ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Retaught myself how to crochet yesterday and started on a blanket. It's helped to keep my fingers busy, and I'm hoping through making this blanket I can heal myself, and it'll be a warm reminder that I was able to pull myself out of this dark period in my life.3yr ⋅ figgxxx ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
While my skin may not look it rn, I’m a picker. It’s been hard but I’ve come far, learning to smile more, and love myself more, to not give up with skincare & products that work w/ me and other things that have helped keep acne & subsequent CSP at bay. 😊4yr ⋅ jetkslal ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
what do you do to distract yourself from picking, what helps you? looking for any advice3mo ⋅ Anonymousstacy ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Working on some crochet projects (second attempt) to curb my skin picking. This time it really seems to be helping! Go getchu some yarn and a crochet hook ASAP!4yr ⋅ quasihippie ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Yay for hydrocolloid patches! They saved me from picking at my face today. This is the first time since June 2020 that I haven’t picked at my skin at all. Thanks to this community for being so helpful. #success3yr ⋅ ginnymata ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
100 Days, No Skin Picking! I can’t believe it. There’s hope, friends!!2yr ⋅ KitchenSwillForPigs ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I wasn’t picking my skin for months.. until last night...😫1yr ⋅ twizzlerrrrr ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
When you’re about to go on a 24hr study bender that you KNOW will be an absolute pick sesh5yr ⋅ majordgun ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I am about a week into not picking my face after a really bad stretch and I’m really happy with the healing 💕2yr ⋅ [deleted] ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
got an infection from picking a spot and now my eye is almost swollen shut. i hate this (vent in comments)2yr ⋅ Sk0o246 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
About a year’s difference :) I’ve almost completely stopped picking and my scars have faded! My post history is starting to capture my recovery :)5yr ⋅ pineapplephilosophy ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I’m proud. It’s been 20 years and my fingers are healthy. No pain. No scabs. Work in progress but loving it.2yr ⋅ chuckdoesntknow ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
The self control I’ve been exhibiting with this healing tattoo is unreal.2yr ⋅ repli_case ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Remembered I had these, perfect for keeping myself from picking.3yr ⋅ torilee824 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
got this thing from the dollar store and its been super helpful4yr ⋅ SammyJammers ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I'm glad I found this sub. I relapsed this morning, but I'm seeing a doctor on Monday, and I'm going to make them take me seriously.5yr ⋅ motherlessgoat ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I’m so tired of picking (first time here). I don’t think I’m capable of stopping.1yr ⋅ sobbingaccount ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I feel disgusting and terrible. Felt like I should share. I’m 14 and my arms hurt.1yr ⋅ Buggkidd ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I feel discouraged sometimes, and some days are better than others, but I’m extremely proud of my progress <32yr ⋅ WereBully ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I super glued press on nails and it’s making it impossible to pick5yr ⋅ greenapplesaregross ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
One year difference— it breaks my heart to see the girl I was on the left, I was hurting so much from my skin. This is proof you can get better!5yr ⋅ f_cksarah ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I don't even think I have acne. I just pick every pimple I get to the point where I have 50 healing spots :( so depressing5yr ⋅ jeux_x ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Wow at least now people won’t immediately notice the spot I was initially concerned about.4yr ⋅ Christinedrink ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Haven’t picked in over 2 weeks... just hate how red my fingers are now from years of picking :(9mo ⋅ calmingabi ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
My Journey (remaining accountable + hopefully encouraging to you guys)1yr ⋅ 94nickels ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
PSA - don’t use cotton tips to squeeze blackheads. They are like sandpaper and you don’t realize until after 😒3yr ⋅ sarahp1988 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I’m up to 48 hours now!! Check out the book if you haven’t already, it is an excellent resource!4yr ⋅ exit_the_loop ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
My poor fucking tattoo. I’m so afraid to get anymore that I can reach.1yr ⋅ ddave0822 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
[NSFW] One week since my last relapse. I removed the lightbulb over my bathroom mirror after that, and here’s a before/after of my progress.4yr ⋅ loljkbye ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
12 days of reaaally trying not to pick my arms, progress has been made. Yay!5yr ⋅ Lykkekat ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I’ve tried gadgets, gloves, all sorts of stuff to keep my hands contained. Fake nails w this shape have been the most sustainable and successful for me: 100% pick free when they’re on. (Press on = quick, hassle free. Medium length = difficult to scan/pick but practical for life tasks)3yr ⋅ jolliest_elk ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Me every time I think I'm finished destroying my skin before bed but realize I missed a spot and have an uncontrollable problem6yr ⋅ ksklar99 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Just broke a 7 day no picking streak. Feeling down but I just took down my bathroom mirror and stuck this to my wardrobe. Time to try again!4yr ⋅ lenniiart ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
You pick your back? Yeah, yeah I do. Holding myself accountable.3yr ⋅ bettabois ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I made a flake pile at my desk. Picking during meetings. It’s embarrassing.1yr ⋅ memequeenbitch ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Wanted to share. Longest streak I have ever had! You can do this!!❤️3yr ⋅ sn0w3lf ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Scalp pickers be like (I'm one too, don't take too seriously)4yr ⋅ mindkingdom ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Day 3 of not picking my face! Any advice on how to speed up the healing process please? I’m using the CeraVe moisturising cream and E45 cream.1yr ⋅ ivaatthedisco ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I'm hopeless. Please, does anyone have any tips? I've tried literally everything, and I'm so grossed out by my skin. I'm a 17 yo girl, i want to wear nice dresses and shorts, and I can't, because I destroy my skin everyday.1yr ⋅ Kitchen-Pain6636 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Silicone Fingertips-found these at Walmart. I wear them while I’m sitting around. Thought I’d share!5yr ⋅ DiviCat ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Decided not to shave my legs for about two months to see if it would help me stop picking. Just shaved this morning and almost cried when I looked down at my legs. They haven't looked this well in YEARS. slow recovery 💜5yr ⋅ porn-n-gore ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
face excoriation. please help. i hate myself and miss the person i used to be.2yr ⋅ givemesushiplz ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I know I’m not perfect, but I’m leaving the house without face makeup. First time in years my skin has been clear of scabs from picking :)6yr ⋅ f_cksarah ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
How to help my 12 year old stop picking at these two places. It’s been like this for over 2 months and he won’t leave it alone!1yr ⋅ Traditional_Ad9296 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I tried to pretty myself up featuring my awful skin picking.3yr ⋅ kittycakekats ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Finally at a place where I am in control. There is hope. This is five years apart but going from my worst to my best and feeling so much better about myself. If I can help anyone else please reach out to me. I have OCD and picking is one of my tics. I’m so glad to have this community.5yr ⋅ madamelex ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
to period havers: have any of you noticed yourself skin picking when/or around the time you get your period?1yr ⋅ givemesushiplz ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Progress! Monday vs today - I’m amazed i didn’t rip my skin apart (I had the most difficult assessment I’ve ever done this week)5yr ⋅ Adtrkat ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I think I found the holy grail for my leg scars. I’ve used scar creams and bio oil and it wasn’t until I added this product did I notice a difference and in a very short amount of time.2yr ⋅ goldenposher ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Bought some nice gloves that do touchscreen to just wear around the house. It's made such a big difference, I'm actually almost fully healed up only a few days in!! Plus bonus good boy for moral support - you can do it!!4yr ⋅ catsncupcakes ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
go 👏 to 👏 your 👏 dermatologist👏! 1 month on antibiotics and creams, now i don’t have anything to pick at :)4yr ⋅ a-wall- ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
When you pop at your skin again after not picking for a while (trying to find humor in my frustration 😬)5yr ⋅ saddestbae ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
raise your hand if you’ve had to make an impromptu bandage out of whatever’s near you6yr ⋅ liltoebeans ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
May 2020 - Jan 2021 Timeline. Its not much but I feel so much better about my skin/scars3yr ⋅ chickiedeedo ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
When winter is over and it’s time to reintroduce the legs to the sun oops (I bought the dress anyway)5yr ⋅ mhthrowaway7382 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Before is at 25 on a pretty good day, and today at 27 (both after shower). I'm still fucking up frequently, but my forehead is not permanently red anymore. It's not the most extreme BaA, but taking pictures of my bare face and talking about picking still stresses me out, and this is a good step.4yr ⋅ loradeyn ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Update: I got some fake nails to help me stop picking/make me feel better about my fingers. The skin on my fingers has healed tremendously since my last post. I’ve also thrown out my tweezers! :)5yr ⋅ alya_saadre ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Going to commit to healthier acne coping methods. Red means I picked, green means I left my skin alone. Hopefully this will help me get the calendar GREEN & my skin happy 🌿5yr ⋅ sp0rdiac ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
So this happened again.. I’m really struggling with my chin. Because of some acne/whiteheads I got some big scars/bumps, and I just want it to be flat.. therefore I cut/pic the scalps:( anyone who has the same problem? Any suggestions?..1yr ⋅ banneddanishgirl ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
This is the worst a pick has ever looked for me. I started running a low grade fever today. Does anyone know if they’ve had MRSA or a systemic infection/sepsis if this looks/seems similar?1yr ⋅ Frosty-Wind7917 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
My acne was a huge trigger for picking episodes. I saw a dermatologist recently and have been addressing that aspect of my issues. Three month difference.6yr ⋅ carlily ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
[sensitive images] Casually ripped off my baby toenail tonight because everything is too fucking much for me to handle 🙃3yr ⋅ wowbitchyoumoody ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Elmers glue!! I don't know why I didn't think of this before!!4yr ⋅ BeachPeachMcgee ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Well....I relapsed. But I’m taking back control. I’ve had clear skin before and I’m going to get there again. I know that if I leave my spots alone they’ll heal. Brb while I drown myself in moisturizer and occlusives! Who else is ready to start letting their skin heal with me?4yr ⋅ indyindyindy2 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
3 day wound healing with constant hydrocolloid bandages. i am shocked! thank you everyone!2yr ⋅ kerby4 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Trimmed my beard short today, have managed to go without picking for a while now but all the old scars are still there. This is the good half of my face.3yr ⋅ GareththeJackal ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
When skin picking leads to a rare, medicine resistant infection4yr ⋅ aeb0040 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
doing this in hope of stopping picking at my piercings:) wish me luck!1yr ⋅ Willing-Baker4602 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I’ve finally got my face healed enough to go to work without foundation, and it’s SO freeing. Keep climbin, everyone! (TW cause pic)5yr ⋅ ooooo_ooooo ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Just wanted to show how my skin has been healing. From left to right: (1) Taken at the height of my skin-picking, August 2020; (2) fast forward to May 11, 2021, by which time I’d already been able to stop picking at my skin; (3) taken just yesterday, to show how well my skincare routine is working🙏3yr ⋅ ginnymata ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Skin Picking: The Freedom to Finally Stop (by Annette Pasternak, Ph.D.)4yr ⋅ exit_the_loop ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Happy to note that my scar is fading. And I’m not picking at my skin anymore. But the urge to do so is always there... I keep my nails short and I always use hydrocolloid patches. Hoping that you guys are doing ok too.3yr ⋅ ginnymata ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
probably took an hour to make, but that was an hour i didn't think about picking5yr ⋅ oseriic ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
2nd round of acrylic nails! Got them shorter this time so that I can play guitar. Face, chest, arms and back are looking the best they have in years (YAY!). I still pick occasionally but it’s far less frequent and less severe.5yr ⋅ crackleoil ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I can’t stop picking the little hairs out of the pores in my breasts. I’m so itchy now. Not sure how to stop.2yr ⋅ avamansouri ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Before and during. Bottom left is in the middle of an abusive relationship, top left is barely escaped, current is thriving and focusing on physical/emotional health5yr ⋅ janetsnakeholeswife ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
my boyfriend hasn’t seen me since my relapse. i keep trying to warn him about how terrible my back looks, but he doesn’t believe me.5mo ⋅ FlavorOfTheMonthh ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Just sitting here trying not to ruin the current healing. The bandaids are a random brand I found at CVS. I need just one huge one please!1yr ⋅ mamadovah1102 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
looking for advice on how to deal with parents that are in denial of my diagnosis. was diagnosed over a year ago and they keep telling me that “you should just stop because you’re an adult now”. they barely talk to me anymore and when they do it’s always getting angry about my picking1yr ⋅ gravey8117 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Had a bad spot over the weekend and have to go to work with this :(1yr ⋅ tvvt ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Progress, not perfection. My toolkit for dealing with the aftermath of chronic skinpicking: hydrocolloid acne patches (a must!), aromatherapy, self-care through skincare (brightening face wash; firming toner; serums galore; 8% AHA essence; sunscreen with 50+ SPF; Avene Tolerance moisturizer, etc.)3yr ⋅ ginnymata ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
finally ive had some success. Chronic picker over 20 years. Is it ok to share? Routine in comments.2yr ⋅ McEzz ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
I completely underestimated how satisfying this would be. Hopefully this will help now that I’ve given in to the hype.3yr ⋅ whatismylifeyo ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Do you have any hobbies that distract you from picking? (ft a diamond painting i just started)1yr ⋅ Meltou69 ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
Progress pictures! including current products used, although I'm still not 100% consistent. I'll explain my process so far in the comments once approved!4yr ⋅ mama-arcier ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking
One trip to the dollar store and my new mirror setup is a go!6yr ⋅ friendofredjenny ⋅ r/CompulsiveSkinPicking