Pimples are clogged pores (hair follicles) that have become inflamed. They’re generally the result of the overproduction of oil in your skin combined with bacteria.
Known medically as acne vulgaris, pimples are a common part of adolescence. More than 80% of teens experience recurring breakouts. By adulthood, that figure drops below 10%.
You’re most likely to get pimples in areas with a lot of oil glands, which include your face, neck, shoulders, chest, and back. Common types of inflamed pimples include papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.
This article looks at the main types of acne pimples. It also discusses what causes acne and how to treat different types of pimples.