While pimples and zits are often used interchangeably, they are not the same. Let’s discuss how they are different and why we get them.
Both pimples and zits are used to describe acne but they are slightly different from each other. While acne is the severe inflammatory form, zits and pimples are moderate forms of this inflammatory condition. It is important to know the difference between them because it helps to identify and eliminate the cause and makes it possible to choose the right treatment approach. Here are the key differences between them:
Pimples:
Pimples are blocked skin pores that appear as raised skin pustules. They are often red in color and are not painful. Pimples are primarily caused by hormonal changes. That’s why it’s common among teenagers. They stimulate melanin hence resulting in scarring. Usually, benzoyl peroxides work effectively against pimples. Sometimes they don’t need any treatment to go away on their own.
Zits:
Zits are because of blocked oil and melanin glands. They are usually caused by stress via unhealthy food, cosmetics or hormonal imbalance. The buildup of toxins in the body also results in zits formation. They can also result in scarring. Salicylic acid and cortisol treatment works great against zits. Using low concentration salicylic acid in skincare also works as a preventive agent.
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Dr. Iqra Mubashar is a registered Pharmacist originally from Lahore, Pakistan. She has earned her pharmacy degree from the University of veterinary and animal sciences, Lahore. She has completed her internship as a trainee from Children hospital, Lahore. She has completed her research work in clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutics. She has worked as a healthcare documentation head in Al-Qasim enterprises, Islamabad. She has specialized in prescription handling, drugs information, literature research, patient counseling and pharmaceutical care planning. Her research work on coronavirus is under publication
