{"id":19763,"date":"2025-08-18T16:27:06","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T12:27:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dermalogica.ge\/%e1%83%a0%e1%83%9d%e1%83%92%e1%83%9d%e1%83%a0-%e1%83%92%e1%83%90%e1%83%95%e1%83%98%e1%83%92%e1%83%9d-%e1%83%a0%e1%83%90-%e1%83%a2%e1%83%98%e1%83%9e%e1%83%98%e1%83%a1-%e1%83%90%e1%83%99%e1%83%9c\/"},"modified":"2025-08-18T17:08:49","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T13:08:49","slug":"what-kind-of-acne-do-i-have","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dermalogica.ge\/en\/what-kind-of-acne-do-i-have\/","title":{"rendered":"What kind of acne do i have"},"content":{"rendered":"

From bumps to blackheads, not all acne is created\u2013or treated\u2013equally. Learn how to identify and treat your breakouts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn how to clear and prevent blackheads without damaging your skin.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Acne comes in many forms. Knowing which kind you have can help you clear it faster and minimize collateral damage to your skin.<\/span>
\nSee redness? That\u2019s a sign of inflammation or possible infection. See a professional skin therapist to avoid scarring or spreading bacteria.<\/span><\/p>\n

Got a breakout? Knowing what kind it is will help you choose the right product or treatment so you can get rid of it faster without compromising your skin\u2019s health. Here\u2019s our handy guide to common forms of acne \u2013 and how to treat them:<\/span><\/p>\n

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blackheads\u2028<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Appearance<\/strong>\u2028Dark, small and common in the T-zone.\u2028<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2028How to Treat It<\/strong>\u2028Apply a mask or scrub that contains ingredients like Kaolin Clay, Sulfur and Activated Binchotan Charcoal. Or get a professional extraction (ask about express services).<\/span><\/p>\n

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hiteheads\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Appearance<\/strong>\u2028Small, white\/yellow bumps with no redness.\u2028\u2028<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0How to Treat It<\/strong>\u2028Use a scrub or leave-on exfoliant that contains ingredients like Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oil and Niacinamide. Or get a professional extraction.<\/span><\/p>\n

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milia\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Appearance<\/strong>\u2028Hard, small, white bumps. Often mistaken for whiteheads.\u2028\u2028<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Treat It<\/strong>\u2028Use a leave-on exfoliant that contains ingredients like Salicylic Acid. Or get a professional to lance it (see a dermatologist).<\/span><\/p>\n

papules\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u2028Appearance<\/strong>\u2028Pink or red, without pus or a visible opening, aka \u201cnot ready yet!\u201d\u2028\u2028<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Treat It\u2028<\/strong>Use a leave-on booster or serum that contains ingredients like Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oil, and Thymol with Terpineol. Or see a professional skin therapist or dermatologist for best results.<\/span><\/p>\n

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pustules\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u2028Appearance<\/span><\/strong>\u2028Pink or red bumps, swollen with pus and white\/yellow tops. Often mistaken for whiteheads.\u2028\u2028<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Treat It\u2028<\/strong>Use a leave-on booster or serum that contains ingredients like Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oil, and Thymol with Terpineol. Or see a professional skin therapist or dermatologist for best results.<\/span><\/p>\n

nodules\u2028\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Appearance\u2028<\/strong>Bumpy, swollen red areas that contain clustered papules and pustules.\u2028\u2028<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Treat It<\/strong>\u2028See a professional skin therapist or dermatologist for best results.<\/span><\/p>\n

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cysts\u2028\u2028<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Appearance\u2028<\/strong>Large, widespread bumps or areas that contain no visible pus. Often singular (not clustered).<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Treat It<\/strong>\u2028See a professional skin therapist or dermatologist for best results.<\/span><\/p>\n

In general, blackheads, whiteheads, papules and pustules are treatable with adjustments to your skin care routine and lifestyle. If you need help, consult a dermalogica skin therapist for complimentary guidance. If your acne is inflamed (aka red and painful), consider supplementing your efforts with medical advice from a doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n

For breakout-prone and problematic skin, dermalogica offers the clear start collection \u2014 a line of science-backed formulas designed to target and treat all the common concerns of young, acne-prone skin with purpose and precision.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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