blackhead

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Recent Examples of blackhead This year, Select editors got ahead of any surprise pimples by investigating the difference between skin purging and breakouts, researching the best over-the-counter topicals for teen acne, and asking dermatologists the best blackhead treatments for acne-prone skin. David Hickey, NBC news, 17 Mar. 2026 The most effective blackhead removers are a combination of active ingredients and skin-care techniques. Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blackhead
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blackhead
Noun
  • The blister-proof ballet flats feature supple leather uppers, Ortholite insoles, and an especially versatile design that rivals pairs that cost over double the price.
    Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 30 June 2026
  • The skin may blister and the eyes inflame, the stomach knot up and the bowels loosen.
    Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 29 June 2026
Noun
  • In addition to being predominantly white, shoes with pimples around the outside of the toes are not permitted.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
  • Some of our favorite Prime Day deals include the viral Laneige lip mask that’s currently at its lowest price ever, collagen sheet masks that are a travel essential, pimple patches, and under-eye treatments that refresh your routine without a trip to the spa.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • Some medications that affect hormone levels can cause true acne (with blackheads or whiteheads) and may require slightly different treatments to resolve.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 15 May 2026
  • Almost never involves blackheads or whiteheads like bacterial acne.
    Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • In animals, the bacterium causes pustules and lesions, predominantly in cattle, sheep, and horses.
    Helen Branswell, STAT, 11 May 2026
  • In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • More papules emerge as blisters burst, prolonging the torment.
    Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2026
  • In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The boil-water notice was issued out an abundance of caution, the LADWP said, as additional testing is being done and samples collected.
    Seamus Bozeman Follow, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • Two negative tests, 24 hours apart, are needed to lift the boil water notice.
    Julie Sharp, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Property without zits or opinions.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Hill wondered what happens if there's a zit present.
    Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Mar. 2026

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“Blackhead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blackhead. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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