Acne by location

Nose and scalp breakouts

Not everything on the nose is a blackhead, and not everything on the scalp is acne.

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The nose

Many of the small dark dots on the nose are sebaceous filaments — a normal structure, not a clog. They refill regardless of what you do, and aggressive extraction mostly causes irritation.

The scalp

Scalp bumps can relate to hair products, sweat, or conditions such as folliculitis. Itchiness and flaking alongside bumps points toward getting a professional opinion rather than adding face products to the scalp.

Key takeaways

  • Sebaceous filaments are normal.
  • Itchy scalp bumps are worth a professional look.

Consider professional advice if

  • Your breakouts are painful, deep or leaving scars
  • Things are getting worse quickly despite a reasonable routine
  • Your skin is significantly affecting how you feel day to day

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