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How do you get rid of comedonal acne ?

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  COMEDONAL ACNE : The appearance of comedonal acne is different from that of inflammatory acne. Comedonal acne involves blackheads and whiteheads rather than pimples. While this form can develop in anyone, it is most common  in young adolescents. The papules, called comedones, usually occur on the forehead and chin and can prevent the skin from appearing smooth and even. There are several types of acne. Comedonal acne is characterized by many small, flesh-colored papules that make the skin appear bumpy. WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF COMEDONAL ACNE ? Comedonal acne causes many small bumps to form close to the surface of the skin. Types of these bumps include : Whiteheads:  Also known as closed comedones, these form because a hair follicle is completely blocked. Blackheads:  Also called open comedones, these are the result of surface pigments collecting in the pores, forming dark dots on the skin. Some people mistake these dots for dirt. Giant comedones: ...