Eliminating Blackheads: The Best Way To Get Rid of Blackheads
Blackheads are the annoying little black spots or blemishes predominantly found on your face. They contain the same sebum oil as pimples and occur when there is an excess amount of this oil that clogs pores when it cannot reach the skins surface. Some of the culprits resulting in blackheads are cosmetics, dead skin cells, deformed pore ducts, oil build up, and dirt.
Effective ways to get rid of blackheads are by using a light exfoliate or scrub to gently remove any dead skin cells and expose the blackheads. Always pat your face dry. This lifts off dirt and dead cells rather than smearing them across your face.
Apply heat to the affected areas like a moderately warm compress. Another way is to carefully do a facial steam to open up the pores. By heating up the pores, they expand which allows for easy removal of blackheads.
Make sure your hands are clean before attempting to touch your face as you might just be adding to the problem. With dry fingers gently apply some pressure around the blackhead; the heat applied previously should make the blackhead pop out. Applying too much pressure when trying to squeeze the blackhead could cause facial bruising. Try not to use any harsh soap or cleansers while removing blackheads, instead use a ph balance for your skin type.
Another blackhead treatment is to use alpha hydroxyl acid. It is well known for its properties for removing stubborn acne. This treatment can also aid in opening up the pores and removing blackheads. Some suitable facemasks may help in the removal of some excess oil on the skin, but no more than twice a week as it could create the opposite effect.
Avoid using pore strips regularly to remove blackheads. These could damage or irritate your skin resulting in further breakouts.
So when looking for blackhead treatments, apply one (or a combination) of the methods above for the best way to get rid of blackheads before seeking any abrasive methods.
