{"id":32329,"date":"2025-02-28T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/?p=32329"},"modified":"2026-01-29T11:17:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T05:47:16","slug":"types-of-acne-you-should-be-aware-of","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Acne: How Do They Differ &#038; Which Treatment Works?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acne is one of the most common types of skin conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. To get it, oil, dead skin cells, and germs get stuck in hair follicles or pores, creating a bump on skin, referred to as acne. People of all ages can get this skin condition, even though teens are more likely to have it. There are different <\/span>types of acne<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and each has its own reasons and signs. Knowledge of these types can help you choose the best acne treatment strategy. Below, we will discuss <\/span>what causes acne<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, its different forms, approaches to manage <\/span>acne prone skin<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and effective home remedies to address this skin condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Different_Types_of_Acne\" >Different Types of Acne<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Cystic_Acne\" >Cystic Acne<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Fungal_Acne_Pityrosporum_Folliculitis\" >Fungal Acne (Pityrosporum Folliculitis)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Hormonal_Acne\" >Hormonal Acne<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Nodular_Acne\" >Nodular Acne<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Blackheads_and_Whiteheads_Comedonal_Acne\" >Blackheads and Whiteheads (Comedonal Acne)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Papules_and_Pustules\" >Papules and Pustules<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#How_to_Get_Rid_of_Acne_with_Effective_Approaches\" >How to Get Rid of Acne with Effective Approaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/what-is-acne-types-treatment-causes-and-home-remedies\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Types_of_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Different Types of Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acne comes in various forms, each with unique causes, symptoms, and treatments. Identifying the type of acne is essential for effective management and prevention. Moreover, along with acne types, there are different types of acne scars too, including hypertrophic scars (which are raised), atrophic scars (which are sunken), and hyperpigmentation (causes dark spots). Now let\u2019s understand the types of acne, its causes and symptoms:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cystic_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Cystic Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the worst acne conditions is cystic acne. Deep, pus-filled pimples and lumps form under the skin. Large, painful cysts can leave scars if not addressed appropriately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making too much grease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infection by bacteria<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reaction of the skin to inflammation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bumps that are deep and full of pus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rosacea and swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uncomfortable bumps under the skin<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fungal_Acne_Pityrosporum_Folliculitis\"><\/span><strong>Fungal Acne (Pityrosporum Folliculitis)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fungal acne differs from other acne-prone skin conditions because yeast develops in hair follicles instead of bacteria. It often causes itching and swelling, which is uncomfortable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malassezia yeast growing too much in hair strands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Places that are hot and damp<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use of skin care items that are oily<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small bumps that are spread out<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/itchy-palms\/\">Feeling itchy<\/a> and red<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mostly on the shoulders, back, and chest<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormonal_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Hormonal Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone changes, especially changes in androgens like testosterone, can cause <\/span>hormonal acne<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Women are more likely to get it, especially during their periods, pregnancy, and menopause.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More sebum creation because of changes in hormones<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having too many oils glands<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormonal instability <a href=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/stress-relief-how-diet-and-lifestyle-can-help\/\">caused by stress<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acne that is deep and hurts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It mainly shows up on the lips, jawline, and chin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every month, around the same time<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nodular_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Nodular Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nodular acne, which causes painful, big pimples on the skin and deeper nodules, is another significant type of body acne. Nodule acne has no pus, whereas cystic acne does.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making too much oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bacteria grow in openings that are blocked<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Response of inflammation to germs and oil buildup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Firm, hurtful bumps under the skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The skin around the lumps is red and swollen<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, it lasts for weeks or months<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blackheads_and_Whiteheads_Comedonal_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Blackheads and Whiteheads (Comedonal Acne)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blackheads and whiteheads are the most common types of acne-prone skin. They appear when pores get plugged with oil and dead skin cells, but they don&#8217;t really itch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making too much grease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad habits with skin care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting exposed to pollution and makeup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blackheads are pores that are open and have a black top from oxidation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closing pores and a white or flesh-coloured bump are called whiteheads.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Papules_and_Pustules\"><\/span><strong>Papules and Pustules<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When pores get clogged and infected, redness and swelling happen because of papules and pustules, which are inflammatory types of body acne.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infection with bacteria in clogged holes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin irritation caused by makeup or skin care items<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in hormones that cause acne<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Papules are small, red, uncomfortable bumps that don&#8217;t have pus inside them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like papules, pustules are filled with white or yellow pus.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Rid_of_Acne_with_Effective_Approaches\"><\/span><strong>How to Get Rid of Acne with Effective Approaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifestyle adjustments and therapies can manage and prevent acne breakouts. Some crucial plans to avoid different <\/span>types of acne<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stick to a good skin care practice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0To avoid clogged pores and <\/span>forehead acne<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, use gentle cleansers and non-comedogenic products.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>A good diet matters: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat less sugar, dairy, and whey protein to avoid acne.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manage stress: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased stress can elevate cortisol, causing hormonal acne.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Consult a dermatologist: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serious acne conditions including cystic and nodular acne treatment require prescription medicines or laser therapy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Home remedies for acne:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Natural treatments like aloe vera and tea tree oil can be one of the effective solutions for back acne treatment. However, it is recommended to take a proper consultation with a skin specialist before you use this essential oil.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span><strong>Summary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After going through the above things you must have gained the insights about <\/span>what is acne, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">its different types, and how it can be managed. Wrapping it up, it is a skin problem that comes in many forms, from mild to severe. The proper <\/span>acne treatment<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> must be chosen, and long-term skin damage must be avoided by being aware of the various types of acne. The best acne treatment choice for your <\/span>acne prone skin<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be discussed with a healthcare professional if you are experiencing severe or persistent types of acne.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Acne is one of the most common types of skin conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. To get it, oil, dead skin cells, and germs get stuck in hair follicles or pores, creating a bump on skin, referred to as acne. 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