How to treat tiny bumps on forehead?

 WHAT CAUSES ACNE TO FORM ON YOUR FOREHEAD ?

Acne forms on the face , the causes is the same . oil called sebum normally lubricates and protects your skin . sebum is produced in tiny oil glands called sebaceous glands . oil gets to the surface of your skin through small holes called pores . 

sometimes pores get clogged  with dirt, excess oil , dead skin cells .bacteria grow inside , creating swollen bumps . and those bumps are called pimples. 



A number of factors increase oil production and make you more likely to get acne , these include:

  • Hormones
  • Stress
  • Certain medications

1. PUBERTY 

Many people start getting acne during puberty . a surge in hormone levels increase oil production , which leads to pimples . forehead is one of the most common location for these early breakouts . 

2. HAIR AND HAIR PRODUCTS

Hair can also be the source of forehead acne. wash your hair often enough if you have oily hair , the oil can deposit on  your  forehead and clog pores there. hair styling and straightening products are notorious for causing acne . 

  • pomades 
  • oils
  • gels
  • waxes

Acne caused by hair product is called pomade acne . they can leave your skin extra oily . 

3. CLOTHING OR MAKEUP IRRITATION 

Irritation from clothing or chemical in makeup can also cause forehead acne, if your skin is sensitive . touching your face a lot can also lead to acne  . your fingers deposit oil and bacteria onto your skin and into your pores. 


HOW IS FOREHEAD TINY BUMPS TREATED ?


Wash your face twice a day with gentle cleanser . cleanser will remove excess oil from your skin . 



NATURAL REMEDIES 

Some natural remedies may help treat mild acne . these are include:

  • Aloe vera 
  • Azelaic acid 
  • Green tea extract 
  • Tea tree oil
  • Zinc

PRESCRIPTION TREATMENTS 

Severe acne, see a dermatologists . there are prescription strength acne treatments, such as :

  • Antibiotics
  • Benzoyl peroxide formulation 
  • Retinoids 
  • Birth control pills [ for women ]
  • Anti - androgen agent 
  • Antibiotics and retinoids come in a cream . take them in pill form too. 

TIPS TO PREVENT TINY BUMPS ON YOUR FOREHEAD AND OTHER PARTS OF YOUR FACE :



  •  Wash your face with a gentle cleanser twicer a day rinse with normal water and pat dry . don't scrub . rubbing can make acne worse . 
  • wash your hair often . your hair greasy, use a shampoo that's labeled to treat oily hair . 
  • avoid using oils or pomade products on your hair . to use them ,wipe off your forehead afterward with a damp washcloth . 
  • Bangs can cause acne breakouts on your forehead , especially if your hair is oily. 
  • Avoid wearing headbands or hats with brims that touch your forehead. 
  • this means they won't clog your pores and causes acne .  use products that can irritate the skin , like cleansers that contain alcohol . 

CAUSES OF TINY  BUMPS ON FOREHEAD

There are many reason for tiny forehead bumps . these bumps with acne , this isn't the only cause . they be related to things like dead skin cells , damaged hair follicles, or allergic reactions . 




ACNE

Forehead acne can appear as tiny bumps . it may caused by the following kind of acne :
  • Comedones  : comedonal acne  happens when dead skin cells and oil or sebum , block pores and form bumps on your skin. whiteheads are closed comedones , and blackheads are open ones . 
  • Papules : pores becomes further inflamed or irritated , they can form larger bumps called papules .
  • Pustules : These are red papules with pus on the top . 

MILIA 

Small white forehead  bumps might be milia . these  bumps develop when dead skin cells are trapped under the skin surface . 
Milia affect newborns , children and adults can get them too. 

There are 2 kind of milia  they are:
Primary milia : this kind often shows up on the forehead , eyelids , cheeks , and genitals . 
Secondary milia : the skin is damaged , secondary milia can develop as it heals . occur after injuries like burns , blisters, or excess sun exposure.

ROSACEA

Rosacea is a skin disease that causes redness and bumps . usually affects the face , including your forehead , cheeks , nose , and chin .

Rosacea symptoms include :

  • acne like papules and pustules 
  • skin thickening such as of the nose 
  • visible red blood vessels 
  •  dry, itchy eyes
  • vision problems 
Rosacea is most common in women and people with fair skin, it can affect anyone. 


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