Ways To Get Rid Of Blackheads

WAYS TO GET RID OF BLACKHEADS
One of the most common forms of acne are blackheads. The people who possess oily skin are more prone to blackheads but anyone can get them. The formation of blackheads take place when pores are clogged together along with the dead skin cells and sebum from your sebaceous glands.

Blackheads, unlike whiteheads creates open pores which further creates an oxidation which is dark in color. Unnecessary scarring along with other damages to your skin can be caused if you try to pinch or push the black plug out. Here i am listing out a few tips and tricks to get rid of your existing blackheads and prevent future ones from forming.

• USE SALICYLIC ACID TO CLEAN YOUR SKIN
Look for products that contain Salicylic acid instead of benzoyl peroxide as it is preferred ingredient for both whiteheads and blackheads because all the materials that clog the pores are broken down by this acid. Choose a daily cleanser that contains Salicylic acid with the help of which you can remove the excess oil and dead skin cells along with oil, makeup, and daily dirt. Consider using a cleanser that has Salicylic acid at night only and use the routine cleanser in the morning. When your skin gets used to the acid based product then use it twice every day that is in the morning and at night.

• AVOID THE USAGE OF PORE STRIPES AND OTHER HOME EXTRACTION METHODS
Picking, popping and scratching in any form of acne can prove to be dangerous for your skin. It is seen that the inclination of people towards pore stripes can also remove the substances which are beneficial for the skin which includes hair follicles and natural oils. In the absence of all these elements your skin tends to dry out and it becomes irritated. Due to excessive irritation your sebaceous glands may produce even more oil which turn will cause increase in blackheads.

• USE A SKIN BRUSH
Exfoliating benefits such ad AHAs and BHAs are provided if a skin brush is used to remove excess dead skin cells. You just need to use the skin brush only once a week. You can use your skin brush as an exfoliater. There are a variety of skin brushes available depending on your budget and need.

• USE CLAY MASKS
The usage of clay masks are considered as a must have for oily skin. Clay masks reterive oil ,dirt along with other elements deep from your pores. Loosen and clogged pores can also be removed with the help of clay masks when blackheads are considered. In order to break down the dead skin cells because of which the blackheads are made, sulfur must be used. You just need to apply the mask only once a week in order to see results.