Definition of papulenext
as in blister
a small, inflamed swelling of the skin the reddish, itchy papules that are characteristic of the rash

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Recent Examples of papule May Be Useful in Acne Treatment People with acne often have lowered serum zinc levels, and both oral and topical zinc have been found to reduce the prevalence of inflammatory papules, both when used as monotherapy and as a supplemental therapy.5 4. Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 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 Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy. Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
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Noun
  • But sometimes globalization is good, and my favorite blister patches have started to experience a widespread retail presence in the last few years—this might be in part due to an acquisition by HRA Pharma in 2017, which expanded the product to over 90 countries.
    Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Apr. 2026
  • That way, you aren’t left trying to break in a new pair of sandals while commuting, exploring a new city, or simply trying to walk from your car to the coffee shop without getting a fresh blister.
    Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Spoiler alert: The monster is definitely real, a lion-bear hybrid covered in disgusting bloody pustules.
    Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
  • 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
  • Founded by Julie Schott, a serial founder who’s also behind the pimple-patch brand Starface, Julie brought a Gen Z sensibility to the emergency contraception category.
    Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Online, meanwhile, today marks the launch of her new pimple patch, which was designed in collaboration with Justin.
    Emma Banks, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
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  • But now that possibility seems deeply diminished, with tensions on the boil again.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Dissolve cornstarch in water and bring it to a boil until a gel forms.
    Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026

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“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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