What Are Blackheads?
Blackheads are one of the most common forms of acne. Although people who have oily skin are more vulnerable to blackheads, anyone can get them. They form when pores become clogged with a combination of dead skin cells and excess oil known as sebum from your sebaceous glands. Unlike whiteheads, which create closed pores, blackheads have open surfaces. This creates an oxidation that is dark in color. It may be tempting to try to pinch or push the black plug out, but this can cause unnecessary scarring and other damage to your skin. Based off my research, I will have better results using the tips and tricks outlined below. Keep reading to learn how to get rid of your blackheads and prevent future ones from forming.
The Routine
Always begin your skincare routine by washing your hands. Handwashing is the most important part of personal hygiene. Everyday, your hands touch surfaces covered with microorganisms that we cannot see. Even healthy people can spread pathogens.
Morning
Keep your pores cleaned out by using Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne Face Wash. When your pores are clean, they're less likely to develop blackheads. They're also less visible on the skin. This face wash includes both Vitamin C and Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid helps to prevent pores from becoming clogged by encouraging the shedding of dead skin cells.
2. Tone
Toners are thin liquids that deliver an extra shot of nutrients, helping the other products in your regimen absorb better, while still balancing your complexion. Thayers Rose Petal Facial Toner gentle toner was developed to cleanse, tone, moisturize, and balance the pH level of skin.
3. Serum
Serums are skincare products you can apply to your skin after cleansing but before moisturizing with the intent of delivering powerful ingredients directly into the skin. Serums are particularly suited to this task because it is made up of smaller molecules that can penetrate deeply into the skin and deliver a very high concentration of active ingredients. This makes them a great tool for targeting specific skincare concerns, like blackheads. When looking for serums for acne prone look for vitamin C which increases collagen production, enhances skin’s repair process, and reduces inflammation. Recently I have been trying CeraVe Vitamin C Serum.
4. Moisturize
Apply a non-comedogenic, light formula moisturizer that can regulate oil production as well as give skin necessary hydration. Avoid thick moisturizers that can clog pores, which can increase the occurrence of blackheads. Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue gel moisturizer is perfect to give your skin hydration without clogging.
Night
1. Makeup Removal
At the end of a long day, the last thing you may want to do is to take off your makeup. However, sleeping with your makeup on is asking for more blackheads. If left on overnight, even noncomedogenic makeup can clog your pores. Plus, eye makeup left on overnight can lead to eye irritations or infections. I like to use Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes every night.
Keep your pores cleaned out by using Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne Face Wash. When your pores are clean, they're less likely to develop blackheads. They're also less visible on the skin. This face wash includes both Vitamin C and Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid helps to prevent pores from becoming clogged by encouraging the shedding of dead skin cells.
3. Tone
4. Exfoliate with AHAs and BHAs or Scrub
Removing dead skin cells from your skin’s surface decreases the likelihood that blackheads will pop up.St. Ives Face Scrub Green Tea helps lift dead skin from skin’s surface revealing a fresh clean layer of skin. It also helps your skin better absorb subsequent products.To make it less likely for dead skin cells and oil to get clogged in your pores, you need to exfoliate. But don't exfoliate too exuberantly! You need to do it gently or else you risk causing another breakout. I use scrub as an exfoliate three times a week.
The Ordinary - AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution is gentle on your skin but very effective at removing any buildup. Acids are great because they exfoliate away dull, dead skin and gently remove discolorations over time. AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids) target the surface layers of the skin, while BHAs (beta-hydroxy acids) also unclog pores. I use it as an exfoliate two times a week to keep my pores clean.
5. Charcoal or Clay Masks
Masks formulated with clay can help draw out impurities from your skin’s surface and regulate oil production while minimizing the appearance of your pores. Masks can help restore and give skin a deep clean. Use a mask such as Aztec Secret - Indian Healing Clay to revitalize and restore your skin. This mask will help to unclog pores, soothe and refresh the skin, dry up acne and aid the skin in healing. And, it can be used as a spot treatment too. I use this mask once weekly.
6. Moisturize
Apply a non-comedogenic, light formula moisturizer that can regulate oil production as well as give skin necessary hydration. Avoid thick moisturizers that can clog pores, which can increase the occurrence of blackheads. Garnier SkinActive Moisture Rescue gel moisturizer is perfect to give your skin hydration without clogging.
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