👉 Active pimples, also known as acne lesions, are inflamed areas of the skin caused by a combination of factors including excess sebum production, clogged pores, bacterial infection, and inflammation. When hair follicles become clogged with dead skin cells and sebum (oil), bacteria such as Propionibacterium acnes can multiply, leading to inflammation and the formation of pimples. Active pimples typically appear as red, swollen, and sometimes painful bumps or nodules on the skin's surface, often accompanied by white or yellow pus. These lesions can vary in severity and may include open comedones (blackheads), closed comedones (whiteheads), papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts. Treatment usually involves topical or oral medications to reduce inflammation, unclog pores, and prevent further bacterial growth.
