At first glance, scalp folliculitis may look like acne on your scalp. It often appears as small, red pimples or sores that crust at the edges. Pustular bumps are filled with fluid (pus), making ...

Scabs on the scalp can be caused ... acne-like bumps that are usually sore, tender, and scab when they're picked at or scratched, says Massick. Bacterial folliculitis is also possible, which ...