Papules = red, painful bumps without pus. Pustules = similar, but with a little white or yellow center (aka pus from bacteria clogged pores). Both respond to salicylic acid (deep pore cleaning) and benzoyl peroxide (bacteria killer). They’re even better together! 🔥 If stubborn, you can add an OTC Adapalene gel too. Whatever you do… please don’t pick them! 😩 It just makes things worse. Got acne questions? Drop them below! 💬👇 #acnehelp #skincaretips #skincare101 #skincareroutine #dermtips | Dr

Acne 101 in under 90 seconds! 🎓✨ From clogged pores to deep breakouts, here’s how to tackle every type: 🔹 Comedonal Acne (whiteheads & blackheads) → Salicylic Acid (BHA) 🧼 🔹 Inflamed Acne (papules & pustules) → Benzoyl Peroxide 🚫🦠 🔹 Cystic Acne (deep & painful) → Retinoids (like tretinoin) 🌙 🔹 Hormonal Acne → Spironolactone or birth control 💊 Acne is personal, and most people deal with more than one type—so consistency is 🔑! What skincare crash course do you want next? Drop your reque