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Blackheads
What They Are: Clogged pores formed when dirt, dead skin cells, and sebum are exposed to air and become oxidized.
How to Treat: Use oil cleansing, Salicylic Acid, and Alpha Hydroxy Acids to effectively address the issue.
Whiteheads
What They Are: Unlike blackheads, whiteheads form when impurities are trapped just beneath the surface of the skin.
How to Treat: Use oil cleansing, Salicylic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Azelaic Acid, and Benzoyl Peroxide to clear them effectively.
Sebaceous Filaments
What They Are: Sebaceous filaments are natural oils that line the walls of pores. They are not a form of acne and are completely normal.
How to Manage: They don’t require treatment, but oil cleansing and BHAs (Salicylic Acid) can help maintain clean pores.
Pustules
What They Are: Pustules are inflamed pores filled with pus, commonly known as "pimples."
How to Treat: Use Salicylic Acid (SA), Benzoyl Peroxide (BP), Adapalene, Calamine, or Hydrocolloid Patches for effective treatment.
Nodules
What They Are: Nodules are large, painful, inflamed bumps without a visible head, caused by a ruptured pore deep beneath the skin's surface.
How to Treat: Since topical treatments may be ineffective, consult a dermatologist. Consider using Topical Retinoids, Aloe Vera, and other anti-inflammatory ingredients to help soothe the area.
Papules
What They Are: Papules are small, red bumps without pus, often caused by the bacteria Cutibacterium acnes.
How to Treat: Use Benzoyl Peroxide (BP), Adapalene, topical Retinoids, and anti-inflammatory ingredients to reduce inflammation and bacteria.
Cysts
What They Are: Cysts are a severe form of acne, consisting of a combination of painful nodules and pustules.
How to Treat: Use Salicylic Acid (SA), Azelaic Acid, Benzoyl Peroxide (BP), Adapalene, topical Retinoids, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory ingredients to manage and reduce symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
I’ve had stubborn cystic, hormonal acne for years. Can Revoderm help with that?
Absolutely! Acne is one of the top concerns our customers have online or in our clinic. Our specialists and dermatologist can help with a customized online consult and treatment plan here.
If I get a topical prescription from the dermatologist, can I still use Revoderm skincare products?
Definitely! Revoderm formulas are all medical-grade and developed by a dermatologist, which means they work in harmony with Rx products. (You can’t say the same for random OTC/department store skincare.)