Comedonal acne is a subtle yet significant skincare concern many people face. In fact, according to a study done in 2021, the International Journal of Women’s Dermatology reports 79.2% of pre pubertal acne detected were comedonal acne. [1] It is one of many presentations of acne vulgaris, with the characteristic feature of numerous “comedones”. Unlike pimples, comedonal acne is not inflammatory, so it does not cause redness or pain of any kind. However, the good news is that it is very common and simple to treat. Comedonal acne presents as many small papules, the same color as the surrounding skin, that make the skin appear bumpy. Types include whiteheads or closed comedones, blackheads, and open... Comedonal acne is a pattern of acne in which most lesions are comedones. Comedonal acne most often affects the forehead and chin. What causes comedones? Comedones arise when cells lining the sebaceous duct proliferate (cornification), and there is increased sebum production.
