whitehead

noun

Definition of whiteheadnext
as in blister

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Recent Examples of whitehead Almost never involves blackheads or whiteheads like bacterial acne. — Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025 Keep reading for options that target more severe and persistent breakouts, as well as formulas that fight whiteheads, target cystic acne, and fade dark spots. — Ariel Wodarcyk, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2025 Unlike regular acne, the bumps from rosacea don’t typically have blackheads or whiteheads and are often accompanied by flushing, visible blood vessels and sensitivity. — Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 12 June 2025 These ultrathin hydrocolloid patches conceal whiteheads and blackheads while clarifying the skin. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for whitehead
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whitehead
  1. blister
  2. blackhead
  3. pimple
  4. papule
  5. pustule
  6. boil
  7. zit
Noun
  • Ginn has been out since July 19 with a blister on his right middle finger.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Ginn was shut down from throwing while the blister healed, and is set to throw a bullpen Monday afternoon.
    — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of blister
Noun
  • These pads smooth pores, reduce blackheads, and keep oil under control.
    — Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 27 June 2026
  • This deeply effective combo breaks down sebum and gently removes dead skin cells that can clog your pores, causing unwelcome blackheads and overall texture.
    — Sarah Felbin, Allure, 20 May 2026
Definition of blackhead
Noun
  • Peace Out has the best pimple patches, with a formula that’s designed to slow down the inflammation in early break-outs.
    — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Molluscum is caused by a virus and spawns the pimple-like bumps.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of pimple
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
Definition of papule
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
Definition of pustule
Noun
  • Unlike standard kettles, this one features a precise temperature control and soothing tone (no annoying whistle) that signals when the water has reached a boil.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Some utilities issued boil-water notices and switched to manual mode.
    — Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of boil
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
Definition of zit

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