• Blackheads and whiteheads (or comedones) both form when pores become clogged with oil and dead skin cells.
• Blackheads appear as dark, open comedones on the skin’s surface, caused by oxidation of trapped debris.
• Whiteheads are closed comedones, covered by a thin layer of skin, and appear as small, flesh-colored bumps.
• Blackheads are generally easier to extract, while whiteheads may require professional treatment to prevent scarring.
• Vigilant cleansing, exfoliation, and oil control can help prevent both blackheads and whiteheads.