👉 Allied pimples, also known as cystic or nodular acne, are a more severe form of acne characterized by large, painful, and often inflamed lumps beneath the skin's surface. Unlike regular pimples, which are typically small and red or white bumps, allied pimples form when hair follicles become blocked with a mix of oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. This blockage can lead to the formation of cysts or abscesses, which are painful and can leave scars if not treated properly. These lesions often result from the body's immune response to bacterial infection and require medical intervention, such as antibiotics or topical treatments, to resolve effectively.