More invasive than pimples, they take up residence in the T-zone of the face and our only goal is to get rid of them as quickly as possible! Don't panic, since there are simple and effective tips to help get rid of them?
What is a blackhead?
Ah, the famous “ blackheads ”, those small dark and unsightly grains that appear on our nose and sometimes even on the forehead and chin, quickly ruin our days and evenings!
More than just blemishes, these are actually so-called “open” comedones due to a blockage of the pores itself caused by excess sebum and an accumulation of dead cells . Not very appetizing, isn't it? As for their black color, it actually corresponds to their oxidation upon contact with air.
If left untreated, the blackhead can give way to a real, much larger pimple that will need to be removed with even more care.
As with most blemishes, the causes are diverse: Blackheads often appear during adolescence or during periods of hormonal upheaval. But they also and especially occur in cases of poor skin hygiene or the use of unsuitable beauty products. to your skin type.
How to get rid of a blackhead?
Start by adapting your beauty routine by choosing products that match your skin type. Blackheads are often the scourge of combination to oily skin, so it's best to choose purifying and anti-blemish products containing zinc.
Wash your skin thoroughly morning and evening using a gentle facial cleanser and finish by applying a purifying lotion and then a moisturizer suitable for combination to oily skin.
Once a week, exfoliate your skin with a gentle scrub. Once you've exfoliated, apply a mask to purify and mattify your skin.
If despite all these efforts you are unable to get rid of all your blackheads, it is possible to have them manually extracted by a qualified beautician in a beauty salon or by a dermatologist.
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Things not to do
The most tempting solution when we discover a blackhead on our skin is to press it with our nails in order to extract it.
What may seem effective at first glance is in fact not recommended. By doing this you risk contaminating your skin with germs present on your fingers, and therefore promoting a more or less serious infection.
Also, don't succumb to the famous anti-blackhead patches, which are very irritating to the skin and can quickly leave marks, especially if it is sensitive.
To never see them appear again, simply make sure to maintain good beauty hygiene, wash your hands before touching your skin and also avoid prolonged exposure to the sun which promotes the production of sebum and therefore the appearance of spots and blackheads.