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| How To Get Rid Of Blackheads |
No one is spared by blackheads, they are generally less visible, the fact remains that these impurities are unsightly and give the impression of poor hygiene.
Fortunately, blackheads can be removed and their appearance prevented with a good skin care routine.
Blackheads are mainly found in the areas where the sebaceous glands are located, which produce sebum. In people who have combination skin, blackheads often appear in the famous T-zone of the face which includes the forehead, nose and chin. Blackheads can also appear on the torso, back, and shoulders.
Causes Of Blackheads
Blackheads are caused by excessive sebum production and a buildup of dead cells, but several factors make this problem worse:
poorly cleansed skin and poorly removed make-up
the use of products that irritate or dry out the skin, which promotes the production of sebum
the use of oily cosmetics, which help block the pores of the skin
oily or acne-prone skin
hormonal changes and imbalances.
Follow These Steps To Avoid Blackheads
1. Cleanse The Face
It is essential to thoroughly cleanse your skin daily with gentle products, in the morning and in the evening. For an even more effective cleaning, one can use a brush or a sponge for the face.
2. Remove Make-up From The Skin
Before going to bed, it is essential to remove makeup in order to remove makeup residue and not block the pores of the skin.
3. Moisturize The Skin Well
In the morning and evening, moisturize your skin well with an oil-free and non-comedogenic cream.
4. Avoid Exposure To The Sun
As with acne, we limit exposure to the sun to prevent dryness and thickening of the skin, which would promote the build-up of sebum.
To soften the skin and open the pores, we start by doing a steam bath. We pour boiling water into a bowl and then, with our head covered with a towel to prevent the steam from escaping, we tilt our face over the bowl for about 10 minutes.
Extract Blackheads With Your Fingers
To extract blackheads using your fingers, it is best to use tissue paper around your fingers to prevent the nails from leaving marks on the skin. We then place an index finger on each side of the black point and we press the skin upwards in order to make the comedo come out.
Remove Blackheads With A Comedone Remover
You can also use a disinfected comedone remover to remove blackheads. It is a metal rod whose ends are shaped like mini-spoons with holes in the center of which we place the black point to be removed. Then press gently on the skin until the blackhead is extracted. The tool can also be turned by pressing to facilitate extraction.
Consult A Beautician
It is best to avoid doing the blackhead extraction yourself, because if you use the wrong technique, you risk worsening the problem. You can mark your face, sometimes permanently, or make the problem worse by creating infection and swelling around the blackhead which can then turn into a pimple.
A beautician with the right products and the right techniques will be able to remove blackheads without leaving permanent marks and scars.
The use of the services of a beautician is also recommended if you have a lot of blackheads.
We disinfect the skin of the face where the blackheads have been removed. A tonic lotion is also applied to tighten the pores of the skin.
In any case, if the blackhead problem persists or worsens, do not hesitate to consult a dermatologist or a doctor who can prescribe the treatments and products appropriate for your situation.
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