You can use the term "breakout" to describe all forms of acne, but it is not always an accurate description. Not all types of acne spread throughout the skin.
Acne occurs due to closed pores. These can be attributed to:
Excess oil production
Bacteria
Hormones
Dead skin cells
ingrown hair
Acne is usually associated with hormonal fluctuations experienced during your teenage years, but adults may also experience acne. Approximately 17 million Americans have acne, making it one of the most common skin conditions in both children and adults.
Identifying what type of acne you are experiencing is important for successful treatment. Pimples can occur. Subtypes of acne within these two categories include:
Blackheads
Whiteheads
People
Manual
Body
Ulcer
It is possible to have several types of pimples at once - in some cases meeting a dermatologist can also be quite serious.
Noninflammatory Acne
Noninflammatory acne includes blackheads and whiteheads. They are not normally the cause of inflammation. They respond relatively well to over-the-counter (OTC) treatments.
Salicylic acid is often marketed for acne in general, but it generally works best on noninflammatory acne. It naturally exfoliates the skin, removing dead skin cells which can lead to blackheads and whiteheads.
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