Blackheads will plague nearly all of us at some point in our lives, but what causes them and how can we get rid? Here’s everything you need to know about preventing and eliminating those pesky black specks.
What are blackheads?
Blackheads are formed inside pores and are made up of sebum and dead skin. This unpleasant sounding cocktail occurs when a pore secretes sebum (oil) that then gets trapped by excess dead skin cells. The exposed part of this blockage at the surface of the pore oxidises, causing the black ‘head’. You can also get blackheads from using skincare or makeup that is too rich or oily for your skin type because excess oil will settle in your pores. Blackheads can be very noticeable, especially when they congregate on a particular area of the skin. The nose is commonly affected, it tends to be oily and the skin is taut, making them more obvious. But blackheads can cause other skin issues too, like spots and a bumpy skin texture, which can be very noticeable.
What can we do about them?
While this all sounds horrible, sebum is vital for maintaining the health of the skin so it’s very important not to overdo your cleansing or exfoliation routines in an attempt to eliminate them. If you strip your skin of oil or over-exfoliate, your skin will start to produce extra oil to protect itself so the blackhead problem could get even worse. The best way to combat blackheads is a gentle, consistent skincare routine combined with an exfoliating facial treatment. When choosing a product treatment, make sure it is designed to keep skin healthy at the same time as reducing your blackhead problem.
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Here at Medicare Cosmetics, we offer free consultations to all clients. If you are wishing to embark on your skin rejuvenation journey or would just like to have a pamper and refresh then this would be a great first step to take.
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