Glad to find this community.

[u/Odd-Koala-5038]

I’ve been picking at my acne since I’ve had acne. I feel worse about it now because I was lucky enough to undergo accutane and overall have nice/average skin now (used to genuinely be a nightmare)… but I’m destroying it. And it’s so embarrassing. Especially on my face. I’m at my in-laws right now, just hiding in the bathroom and praying the redness will go away. I know it won’t any time soon.

Acrylic nails help me from picking, but are too expensive for me right now. Glue-ons drive me crazy but I’ll try them again soon. Covering the mirror does wonders but hubby doesn’t want me to since he shaves and we only have one bathroom. Other tips, tricks?

I do it cosmetically but also compulsively, so I’m also working to just keep my hands to themselves in general.

[u/DepartmentDismal4894]

I (52F) pick only at my scalp. It started for reasons I'm not clear on in May and has gotten steadily worse. My faith helps me, as does keeping my hands and mind busy or redirected. I understand the pain, shame, embarrassment (I'm getting bald patches!). You sound like you're advocating for yourself by trying different means of stopping. Keep it up! Others may have othet tips such as medication or therapies.