Acne can appear anywhere, including the forehead, cheeks, chin, and even invisible areas like the inside of the nose. Despite their inconspicuous location, pimples in the nose can cause discomfort. What are the causes of pimples in the nose, and how do you treat them? Check out the following review.

Causes of pimples inside the nose

The cause of pimples that appear inside the nose is the same as acne in general, which is the trapping of bacteria in clogged pores, which are small holes in the skin that also contain hair follicles. Pores can become clogged with hair cells and oil, preventing bacteria from leaving the skin.

Nose pimples, while usually harmless, can be uncomfortable. Aside from pimples, bumps inside the nose may be caused by infections or other serious conditions. Some of the causes of pimples inside the nose are:

Ingrown hairs

Ingrown hairs can also cause acne inside the nose. This is a common side effect of attempting to remove nose hair with tweezers.

Allergic or non-allergic rhinitis

Chemical and environmental irritants, as well as allergic reactions, cause inflammation. This inflammation can cause pimples to form inside the nose.

Nasal vestibulitis (folliculitis)

Nasal vestibulitis, also known as folliculitis, is an inflammation of the hair follicle, the site where hair grows. It is characterized by inflamed red bumps or clusters of red or white bumps that typically appear at the front of the nostrils.

Folliculitis is most commonly caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. Folliculitis can also be caused by certain habits, such as picking your nose or blowing it too hard.

Nasal furuncle

Nasal furuncles are boils that appear in the nose. These boils may enlarge over the course of several days. This condition can progress to cellulitis, which is a severe bacterial infection of the skin or underlying tissue that causes inflammation. Apart from pimples, cellulitis causes fever, chills, swelling, and red lines on the skin.

Lupus

Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue in the body. Lupus symptoms include chest pain, muscle aches, hair loss, red skin rashes, shortness of breath, and headaches. Sometimes, lupus symptoms can include sores inside the nose that last anywhere from a few days to a month.

How to treat pimples inside the nose

Pimples inside the nose should not be squeezed because it increases the risk of bacterial infection. To treat pimples in the nose, you can use acne medication or home remedies listed below:

Maintain proper hygiene and skin care

Avoid touching and picking your nose too hard, which may worsen pimple inflammation. If the cause of pimples in the nose is nasal vestibulitis, you should not use face towels with other people because they can spread the infection to others.

Warm compress

Warm compresses can help relieve the inflammation and pain associated with acne inside the nose. You can repeat warm compresses on the nose for 20 minutes, 3 times a day, until the complaints subside.

Topical antiseptic

Topical antiseptic ointments and oils can help relieve the pain caused by acne inside the nose. You can use topical antiseptics recommended by your doctor. If you want to use natural ingredients, try tea tree oil or coconut oil. However, if you notice symptoms of irritation worsening, you should discontinue use.

Pimples in the nose can be uncomfortable. If the acne in your nose is caused by allergic rhinitis, you should avoid allergens or irritants like detergent fragrance. If the acne persists, you should see a doctor.

If you need medical advice or consultation, you can either visit a doctor or make use of the consultation features that are available in the Ai Care application by downloading the Ai Care application from the App Store or Play Store.

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