VIDEO BELOW..Blackheads are small bumps that appear on your skin due to clogged hair follicles. These bumps are called blackheads because the surface looks dark or black. Blackheads can usually be treated with over-the-counter acne products.
Blackheads: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
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Blackheads are a mild type of acne that usually form on the face, but they can also appear on the following body parts:
- back
- chest
- neck
- arms
- shoulders
Acne affects nearly 50 million Americans and is the most common skin disorder in the United States, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
What do blackheads look like?
What causes blackheads?
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Blackheads form when a clog or plug develops in the opening of hair follicles in your skin. Each follicle contains one hair and a sebaceous gland that produces oil. This oil, called sebum, helps keep your skin soft.