SIGNS OF PIMPLES

Whiteheads

Whiteheads known as a closed comedo. These are very small and remain under the skin, appearing as a small, flesh colored papules.

Blackheads

Blackheads - also known as an open comedo. These are clearly visible; they are black and appear on the surface of the skin. Some people mistakenly believe they are caused by dirt, because of their color, and scrub their faces vigorously - this does not help and may irritate the skin and cause other problems.

Papules

Papules these are small, solid, rounded bumps that rise from the skin. The bumps are often pink.

Pustules

Pustules - these are pimples full of pus. They are clearly visible on the surface of the skin. The base is red and the pus is on the top.

Nodules

Nodules - these are morphologically similar (similar structure) to papules, but larger. They can be painful and are embedded deep in the skin.

Cysts

Cysts - these are clearly visible on the surface of the skin. They are filled with pus and are usually painful. Cysts commonly cause scars.