👉 Alliance pimples, also known as follicular plug pimples or zit cysts, occur when hair follicles become clogged with dead skin cells, sebum (oil), and bacteria. This blockage leads to inflammation and the formation of small, painful bumps on the skin's surface. Unlike typical acne, which involves open comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) or inflamed pustules, alliance pimples are closed cysts that can become infected if they rupture, causing further inflammation and discomfort. They often appear as red, swollen bumps or small, pus-filled lumps, typically around the temples, cheeks, or chin. Treatment usually involves gentle cleansing, avoiding picking or squeezing, and sometimes topical or oral antibiotics to manage infection and inflammation.
