May 2, 2023
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser that won’t strip your skin of moisture, as a harsh cleanser or scrub can trigger sebum overproduction and cause further damage. Choose a cleanser with salicylic acid to retain your skin’s moisture.
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Before you extract blackheads at home, it is important to soften and loosen up the dirt and other impurities clogging your pores with some heat. A face steamer can help you with this process.
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The key is to be gentle on your skin while extracting the blackheads. Do not use your nails, as they can increase the chances of permanent scarring. Instead, clean your hands and keep your fingers in 9’o clock and 3’o clock positions to remove the blackheads safely.
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A blackhead extractor tool is designed to help remove blackheads without causing damage to your skin. Make sure to sterilise the tool before and after each use.
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Blackhead removal strips work by adhering to the blackheads and pulling them out when the strip is removed. Follow the instructions on the packaging for safe and effective removal.
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A pore vacuum is a device that sucks out blackheads from your skin. Be gentle when using a pore vacuum, and avoid leaving it in one spot for too long as it can cause permanent scarring.
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Choose exfoliants rich in salicylic acid, lactic acid, alpha hydroxy acids, or glycolic acid to penetrate deep into your skin layers and dissolve the excess oil causing the clog in your pores.
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Balancing the oil levels in your skin is important to prevent blackheads. Ensure that you maintain the oil levels in your pores by moisturising your skin regularly. Choose a non-comedogenic product to avoid excess oil.
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To remove blackheads safely and effectively, use a topical retinoid. They are vital to improving cell turnover, removing dead skin cells, and decreasing the chances of clog formation, which in turn prevents the further formation of blackheads.
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Vitamin C is the best for clearing blackheads. As vitamin C is rich in antioxidants, it can help eliminate blackheads safely and effectively. Eat fruits and vegetables, as well as buy skincare products rich in Vitamin C, to prevent blackheads.
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Gently use a physical exfoliant (e.g., sugar or beads) to remove pore-clogging impurities and blackheads. This is suitable for oily skin. Ensure that you use it gently, as being harsh can do more damage than good.
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If blackheads are present only on your nose or chin, then you don’t have to apply your acne treatments to your entire face. Spot treating with a salicylic acid-based cream or oil can help stop the urge to squeeze or remove blackheads yourself.
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If you are struggling to get rid of blackheads or not getting results, then it is ideal to meet a dermatologist to remove your blackheads. Your dermatologist will provide the right way to remove it safely and effectively.
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