Not a bug (Likely Sebum Plug or Dead Skin)
Scientific Name: N/A
Order & Family: N/A
Size: 1 - 3 mm
Natural Habitat
Human skin (pores and hair follicles)
Diet & Feeding
N/A (Biological waste product)
Behavior Patterns
This is inanimate biological matter, often expelled from skin pores or picked from the scalp. It is frequently mistaken for a parasite or mite due to its irregular shape and the psychological sensation of 'crawling' that sometimes accompanies skin conditions.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless biological debris. However, picking at skin to remove them can lead to irritation or infection. They are a natural product of the skin's oil production.
Identified on: 2/8/2026