What are the Different Types of Acne?
Whiteheads:
These small, raised bumps can develop when hair follicles become blocked with oil and dead skin cells, and have a white or yellowish head.
Blackheads:
Open pores that appear black as a result of the oxidation of the oil and dead skin cells blocked inside. Blackheads are NOT caused by dirt.
Papules:
Small, red bumps that can be slightly painful and tender to the touch. Papules occur when the walls of the hair follicles become inflamed.
Pustules:
Similar to papules, but have a white or yellowish pus-filled centre. Pustules are formed when the hair follicle wall breaks down.
Nodules:
Large and painful lumps that develop beneath the skin. They are formed when the hair follicle becomes deeply inflamed and can take longer to heal than other types of acne.
Cysts
The most severe type of acne, these deep, pus-filled lesions are often painful and can cause scarring. Removing cysts can be a prolonged process as they can take several weeks to heal.