Have you ever tried a product that worked wonders for someone else’s acne, but did absolutely nothing for yours?

That’s because not all acne is the same.

Understanding the type of acne you have is one of the most important steps toward finding a solution that actually works.

⚪ Closed Comedones

These are small flesh-colored bumps that sit beneath the skin’s surface.

Common causes:

• Dead skin buildup

• Congestion

• Excess oil

• Improper exfoliation

⚫ Blackheads

Open pores filled with oil and debris that oxidize when exposed to air.

Common causes:

• Excess oil production

• Enlarged pores

• Congestion

🔴 Papules

Small red, inflamed bumps without a visible white center.

Common causes:

• Inflammation

• Irritation

• Compromised skin barrier

⚪ Pustules

Inflamed pimples that contain pus.

Common causes:

• Bacteria

• Excess oil

• Inflammation

🔵 Nodules & Cystic Acne

Large, painful breakouts deep beneath the skin.

Common causes:

• Hormonal fluctuations

• Genetics

• Chronic inflammation

Why Does This Matter?

Because different acne types require different treatment approaches.

A client with congestion and blackheads may benefit from exfoliation and corrective treatments.

A client with inflamed cystic acne often needs a barrier-first approach that focuses on calming inflammation before aggressive correction.

This is why professional skin analysis is so important. The goal isn’t just treating acne it’s understanding why it’s happening.

✨ Healthy skin starts with the right diagnosis, not just the right product.