Yes, pimples can indeed grow on or under beauty marks, which are also known as moles.
Understanding Pimples and Beauty Marks
Beauty marks (moles) are common skin growths. Pimples, on the other hand, form when hair follicles become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. The key factor here is the presence of hair follicles.
Based on the provided information:
Pimples can form on any surface of the skin that has hair follicles, including moles.
This means that since moles often contain hair follicles, they are surfaces where pimples can develop just like anywhere else on the skin.
Where Pimples Can Form Within a Beauty Mark
A pimple doesn't necessarily have to be right on the surface of the beauty mark. It can manifest in different ways:
- Deep Inside: Pimples can grow deep within the mole's tissue, potentially forming a nodule.
- Closer to the Surface: They can also appear nearer to the skin's surface in more common forms of acne.
The reference clarifies this:
These pimples can grow deep inside the mole as a nodule, or closer to the surface as blackheads, whiteheads, pustules, or papules.
Types of Pimples Found on Beauty Marks
The types of pimples that can occur on or under a beauty mark are the same as those found elsewhere on the skin, depending on whether they are deep or superficial. These include:
- Nodules: Deeper, often painful bumps.
- Blackheads: Open clogged pores.
- Whiteheads: Closed clogged pores.
- Pustules: Bumps containing pus.
- Papules: Small, raised red bumps.
Recognizing a Pimple on a Beauty Mark
Identifying a pimple on a beauty mark can be slightly different from spotting one on clear skin. According to the reference:
If a pimple is inside a mole, you may feel it's raised and tender to the touch.
This tenderness and increased elevation of the mole area could indicate a pimple developing underneath or within it.
