Apparently acne shows up wherever it pleases.
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Popping or scratching the spot can allow bacteria to enter, delaying healing time and further irritating it.
Even with dandruff, you could get a rash that looks like pimples.
They might nottechnicallybeacne, but they can still itch like crazy.
“They get even crustier when you pick at them, which everybody does,” Dr. Schultz says.
The same rule for pimples goes for this rash: Hands off.
If the pimple is super itchy, try gently pressing on it instead.
Adding some pressure can help take away the itch without opening up the pimple.
Too much oil may make your acne worse (more on that later).
Key Ingredients
Glycolic acid is analpha-hydroxy acidthat loosens bonds between dead skin cells.
It helps stimulate collagen production and acts as a humectant, attracting moisture to the skin.
Keep hair repair treatments and deep conditioning masks away from the scalp.
As Dr. Greenfield puts it: “Bottom line: Check with your dermatologist.
A dermatologist can help you categorize the types of breakouts you’re seeing and figure out the best treatment.
These can be treated as well but require closer attention by your dermatologist.”
Picking and prodding at blemishes will only make them more numerous.
Additionally, as with any other area of acne, scalp breakouts can potentially be hormonal.
In that case, a visit to the dermatologist is best.
Yes, scalp acne can be hormonal.
Pay attention to when it pops up in correlation to your menstrual cycleand talk to your doctor.
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