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We\u2019ve all had blackheads at some point in our lives, and we\u2019re all guilty as charged of trying to <\/span>remove blackheads at home<\/span><\/a>. Those tiny black pores simply provoke one to squeeze them, but as always, when dealing with your skin, you have to be extra careful – we always suggest you let the professional or a professional tool do that for you. Today we\u2019re talking about contemporary solutions to get rid of blackheads, which are way more efficient than at-home traditional blackhead removal methods. We will also define what blackheads are, what causes blackheads, and specifics related to blackheads in different areas of the face. This should help you feel more confident dealing with this harmless but quite annoying condition.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n We will make it quick and easy for you: pores are like tiny holes in our skin that allow oil and sweat to escape from the body. They are most commonly found on the face, chest, and back. To be more precise – pores are the openings of hair follicles connected to oil glands underneath the skin. The oil produced by these glands is called sebum. Sebum helps to keep the skin moisturized and protected. However, when your skin produces too much oil or you don’t clean your skin properly – the pores get clogged.<\/span><\/p>\n A clogged pore<\/span><\/a> is also known as <\/span>comedone<\/span><\/a>. A clogged pore typically shows up as a small, raised bump on the skin’s surface, which can have different appearances depending on the type of blockage. There are two types of clogged pores (or comedones, if you prefer) – closed (whiteheads) and open (<\/span>blackheads<\/span><\/a>). <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n A <\/span>common misconception regarding blackheads<\/span><\/a> is that the dark specks are dirt. That\u2019s not true, and the color of a blackhead is actually a result of a chemical reaction. When excess sebum, dead skin cells, and impurities build up within the pore, it forms a whitehead, appearing as a small, white, or flesh-colored bump. If the pore remains open and the mixture oxidizes with air, it results in a blackhead characterized by a dark, black, or brownish appearance.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Comedones (and blackheads as a type of comedones) occur when <\/span>a hair follicle\/sebaceous gland becomes inflamed<\/span><\/a>. Inflammation or simply the appearance of comedones can occur as a result of: <\/span><\/p>\n Sebum<\/span><\/a> is a sticky, oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands, which sit in the middle layers of the skin near hair follicles. Sebum production is affected by various factors, many of them hormonal in origin – such as <\/span>puberty<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>pregnancy<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>menopause<\/span><\/a>, and use of hormonal contraceptives. Furthermore, <\/span>stress<\/span><\/a> is one of the major culprits closely tied to hormone levels.<\/span><\/p>\n Keratin<\/span><\/a> is a protein that our body produces that helps form <\/span>hair<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>nails<\/span><\/a>, and skin\u2019s outer layer, supports our skin, <\/span>heal wounds<\/span><\/a>, and keeps our hair and nails healthy. Our glands contain keratin as well, and thus, the increase of this protein can lead to breakouts. Here is the opportunity to learn more about the <\/span>role of hyperkeratinization in acne<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n The next cause of blackheads (as a form of mild acne) is increased hormones. It means that the blackheads are occurring in response to hormonal changes, especially a <\/span>rise in androgens<\/span><\/a> or a male sex hormone (testosterone being the principal androgene). <\/span><\/p>\n Blackheads can result from the increased presence of the <\/span>bacteria that causes acne<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n Intense <\/span>sweating<\/span><\/a> or being in an overly humid environment without proper cleansing can lead to blackheads. <\/span><\/p>\n Certain cosmetic and skincare products, such as creams, lotions, and cleansers, may also cause blockage inside the pores. Always look for <\/span>non-comedogenic<\/span><\/a> products and monitor how your skin reacts. If you experience comedones and think a particular product might have caused them, leave it out of your routine for a while, treat it, and see if there is a connection between using a certain product and the appearance of comedones. <\/span><\/p>\n Blackheads can also appear due to genetics, picking at your skin, using overly harsh products, <\/span>sleeping with your makeup<\/span><\/a>, frequently touching your face, and sleeping on a dirty <\/span>pillowcase<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The T-zone is a part of our face composed of our <\/span>forehead<\/span><\/a>, nose, and chin – central parts of our face. T-zone is typically an area where clogged pores appear. That happens because the T-zone has a higher <\/span>concentration of sebaceous glands<\/span><\/a> than other areas of the face. As glands produce sebum, more glands mean more sebum. The overproduction results in <\/span>oilier skin<\/span><\/a> and problems connected with it, such as blackheads. While you may have balanced skin, you might also have an oily T-zone. There\u2019s a chance of having blackheads exclusively in that part of the face or even in just one of three parts of the T-zone. That\u2019s why you might need to treat this specific part differently than the rest of your face, where you (luckily) don\u2019t encounter blackheads.<\/span><\/p>\n Prone to excess sebum, the forehead is an ideal soil for various types of breakouts. Quite often, people experience problems with blackheads in this area only. Interestingly, although blackheads appear on the forehead for the same reasons as elsewhere, there is one extra culprit – hair products. Rich and greasy, often containing oil, wax, or butter, hair products might cause your skin to react. Sweat can also contribute to blackheads on the forehead as this part sweats quite intensively. If you don\u2019t cleanse properly, it might build up in the pore and clog it.<\/span><\/p>\n Blackheads on the nose are very common. We might even say that this area is the most affected by blackheads, and we mostly find it very annoying. Blackheads appear to be especially prominent on the nose because <\/span>nose pores are larger<\/span><\/a> than those in other areas. When they are clogged, they become more noticeable. <\/span><\/p>\n Chin blackheads appear for quite the same reasons as they do in other parts of our face: excess oil bacteria, clogged hair follicles, hormones, and friction (so-called <\/span>acne mechanica<\/span><\/a>). We\u2019re also prone to touching the skin on our chin more often than the other parts of our face, which can also cause breakouts.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cheeks is another area prone to develop blackheads. There are a few extra reasons for that. One of them is makeup. Namely, your cheeks are exposed to many different makeup products, such as foundation, blush, highlighter, bronzer, and setting powder. It seems like there\u2019s no end to it. This makes cheeks more vulnerable to the effects of makeup residue than the rest of the face and is a perfect foundation for developing blackheads if you don\u2019t cleanse your skin properly. A solution to that is <\/span>a double cleansing<\/span><\/a> method, which cleans your skin and enables it to breathe at the end of the day. Harsh ingredients, such as benzoyl peroxide, can be harmful. While they might be effective for inflammatory acne, they can be counter-effective for blackheads and cause skin dryness, leading directly to (more) blackheads, especially on the cheek area.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n As the lip area is extra sensitive, please, please, PLEASE avoid squeezing and popping a blackhead on the lip as you will, most certainly, damage the delicate area around it. You have many other options for treating it – natural remedies like <\/span>honey<\/span><\/a> or lemon juice, which have antibacterial properties and are mild enough to treat this delicate area. Also, the appearance of blackheads around the lips is most likely connected to your balm or lipstick as they are often packed with oil or waxes, which clog the pores. Provide your lips with proper cleansing and <\/span>exfoliating<\/span><\/a>. Certain skincare products might not work for your skin, and maybe the balm or lipstick you use is unsuitable for your lips. Another thing, seemingly not necessary, but we\u2019re sharing from a personal experience: you might be using the wrong toothpaste, as people can be very sensitive to sulfates, fluoride, and alcohol in the toothpaste. Your lips can get extremely dry, and blackheads can appear. If this happens, a toothpaste containing those ingredients might be a reason. And your long-term solution can be very simple: switch to another toothpaste.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The skin around our eyes is incredibly delicate, so please don\u2019t get tempted to extract them yourself. They can also go into an extreme condition called solar comedones or <\/span>Favre\u2013Racouchot syndrome<\/span><\/a>. It manifests as large blackheads in areas of sun-damaged skin, particularly around the eyes. The causes for those lie in chronic sun exposure, heavy smoking, and\/or radiation exposure, which is again very different from the regular blackheads. The way of curing solar comedones is different than the usual blackheads, and they typically include a combination of medication, surgical techniques, and serious lifestyle changes. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Some researchers suggest that <\/span>blackheads affect nearly everyone<\/span><\/a> during their lives. They’re most common among adolescents, but up to 10% to 20% of adults have blackheads too. What’s more tiring about them is that they usually keep coming back. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here is a list of simple tips on how to prevent them, as well as some dos and don’ts:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The most popular at-home traditional blackhead treatments are manual removal, <\/span>blackhead masks<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>exfoliation scrubs<\/span><\/a>, and blackhead extractors. While they may do something for you, the list of their downsides is quite extensive, and you can do more harm than good.<\/span><\/p>\n Learn more about why <\/span>traditional blackhead removal methods<\/span><\/a> can’t do much for you. In this article, you can also learn about the risks and downsides of the most popular traditional at-home blackhead treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n I<\/span>f blackheads bother you, we might have just what you need (besides the tips we just shared). <\/span>KIWI™<\/span><\/a> is a one-time investment that will provide visible results. It uses perfectly calibrated vacuum suction to remove deep-rooted blackheads effectively. The device will take care of oil and other impurities stuck in the pores while exterminating any remaining breakout-causing bacteria with a blue LED. To put it simply: <\/span>Blackheads sucks. KIWI™ sucks better<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\nClogged Pores, Comedones, and Blackheads – Feeling Lost in Terminology?<\/h2>\n
Why Are Blackheads on Skin Black?<\/h2>\n
What Causes Blackheads?<\/h2>\n
1. Increased sebum<\/h3>\n
2. Abnormal function of keratin (hyperkeratinization)<\/h3>\n
3. Increased hormones<\/h3>\n
4. Bacteria presence<\/h3>\n
5. Sweating<\/h3>\n
6. Cosmetics<\/h3>\n
7. Other<\/h3>\n
Blackheads and T-Zone<\/h2>\n
Blackheads on forehead<\/b><\/h3>\n
Blackheads on nose<\/b><\/h3>\n
Blackheads on chin<\/b><\/h3>\n
Blackheads on Cheeks<\/h2>\n
Blackheads Around Lips<\/h2>\n
Blackheads Around Eyes<\/h2>\n
How to Get Rid of Blackheads?<\/h2>\n
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Lack of Efficient at-Home Blackhead Removal Methods<\/h2>\n
One Time Investment From FOREO for Blackheads Removal<\/h2>\n