Tiny colorless bumps on sides of face and forehead. What is this? (photo)

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I have these tiny bumps on the sides of my face and my forehead and they have been here for months now- They don't hurt like acne pimples do and are very small. I use obagi gentle cleaner and even tried a scrub/ retina/ and Tazorac..etc. These bumps look terrible when I put makeup on, it makes them more noticeable but I don't feel comfortable not wearing makeup.

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph. It's difficult to evaluate your skin through a photograph, but from what I can see, it looks like you have comedonal acne (whiteheads and/or blackheads). In my experience, effective treatments for comedones are those aimed at exfoliating the skin, which brings the comedones to the surface for removal. A variety of treatments include topical retinoids (such as Retin-A, Tazorac, Differin, etc.), chemical peels, extractions, facials, etc. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated and to discuss treatment options that best suit your needs.

Tiny colorless bumps on sides of face and forehead. What is this? (photo)

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