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Recent Examples of whitehead
Not to mention, there are various types of acne, from superficial blackheads and whiteheads to hormonal cysts.
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Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2024
Ultra-thin and transparent, the patches are suited for any skin type, and they’ve been clinically proven to clear up blackheads, whiteheads, and acne in just a day.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2024
But there are certain situations where popping a pimple may be an acceptable option, like if the pimple has a visible whitehead or a blackhead that's close to the skin's surface.
—Korin Miller, Health, 11 Sep. 2024
In fact, whiteheads—which are technically an early stage of acne—aren’t even really poppable, Dr. Mariwalla says.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 16 Aug. 2024
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Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2024
Ultra-thin and transparent, the patches are suited for any skin type, and they’ve been clinically proven to clear up blackheads, whiteheads, and acne in just a day.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2024
But there are certain situations where popping a pimple may be an acceptable option, like if the pimple has a visible whitehead or a blackhead that's close to the skin's surface.
—Korin Miller, Health, 11 Sep. 2024
In fact, whiteheads—which are technically an early stage of acne—aren’t even really poppable, Dr. Mariwalla says.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 16 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whitehead
Noun
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To reduce the chances of hypothermia, fans and players should recognize swelling, redness, tingling, blisters and numbness.—
Elias Burke,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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The right pair of socks will keep your feet comfortable and dry for a full day of hiking while helping to prevent blisters and hotspots.—
Maggie Slepian,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One 2009 study cited by the AAD also found a link between women smoking cigarettes and developing whiteheads and blackheads on their faces.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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This kit includes five precise instruments to help remove blackheads and blemishes effortlessly after every steam.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Best Amazon Presidents Day Sales on Fashion and Beauty Some of our teens’ favorite trendy styles are marked down right now, like these cozy Ugg boots, a belt bag, and pimple patches, and start at just $9.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
11 Feb. 2025
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Clear plastic bins overflowed with deodorant, hair products and pastel pimple patches.—
Callie Holtermann,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Some research shows that people with acne generally have lower levels of zinc in their blood and that taking supplemental zinc may reduce inflammatory papules.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
1 Oct. 2024
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These often red, inflamed bumps are also called papules.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
1 Oct. 2024
Noun
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Victims develop high fevers, deep rashes and oozing pustules.—
William J. Broad,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2025
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Plants with orange rust, identified by orange pustules on the leaves, must be burned or disposed of in the trash.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Add flour, beans and then stock and bring to a boil.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2025
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This is all coming to a boil as the world’s film industry heads to the German capital for the 75th Berlin International Film Festival.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Powered by 2% salicylic acid and 4% niacinamide, this creates an invisible barrier over your zits to shrink them and reduce redness.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2025
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You might be tempted to whip out your strongest acne-fighting products to destroy your stubborn zit.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
1 Nov. 2024
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“Whitehead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whitehead. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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