Why Do Pimples Form?Updated a year ago
Pimples are blemishes that form when a hair follicle or pore gets plugged up with a sticky mixture of dead skin cells and sebum. As the clogged follicle gets infected with an abundance of acne bacteria, the resulting inflammation will cause different types of pimples to form, such as pustules, papules, and cysts.
If the hair follicle remains open and the mixture gets oxidized but not inflamed, you end up with a blackhead. If the follicle is covered with skin and slightly protruding but not otherwise inflamed, it’s a white head.
That's the actual progression of pimple formation, but acne itself is a complex skin condition that's impacted by both external and internal factors. Dealing with acne-prone skin can be a life-long struggle, and it may require seeing a doctor for treatment. Individual pimples, on the other hand, require immediate treatment before they have a chance to leave behind a mark.