Can drying problematic or oily skin clear up acne?

No. When skin becomes overly dry, an environment is created in which the skin is signaled that it is too dry and it produces more oil. Use drying products sparingly and look to lightly moisturize oily skin. The goal is to keep skin balanced. ~Taken from Skin Inc mag 5/09

Are blackheads caused by improperly cleansed skin?

Blackheads or comedones are caused by clogged pores, and excessive scrubbing can irritate and further inflame skin. Blackheads often contain dirt, oil, and dry and dead skin cells that need to be removed. Products that help dissolve sebum are the most effective. ~Taken from Skin Inc. mag 5/09 (The reason blackheads are black is because they are oxidized from exposure to the air- good news is no bacteral infection from lack of oxygen).

How to correctly pop a pimple

We know you're going to do it anyway, so you might as well do it the right way.
http://www.totalbeauty.com/video/how-to-pop-a-pimple-the-right-way

Green Halloween Mask

Need a green face for Halloween? Drop by our office and for $5 we'll paint your face green with a fabulous herbal and botanical clay mask that will crinkle up and start to flake like dead skin as the All Hallows Eve progresses! By the end of the night you'll look as if your skin is peeling off! But in the morning you will be squeaky clean, smooth and moisturized!

Demodex Folliculorum

This is gross but this is what causes acne rosacea. Enjoy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZof6KvD88g