Blackhead Removal Treatment, Acne Removal Treatments

Although it is not clearly understood, the hyper-activity of the sebaceous glands is largely to blame for the occurrence and recurrence of blackheads.

This unsightly skin condition develops in the pores when the active oil producing sebaceous glands are clogged with oil.

The clogged oil -- called sebum -- begins to harden in the pore and develops into small “plugs”. It turns black when the top part of the hardened sebum oxidizes.

The hardening of the oil forces the black top of the oil plug to protrude to the surface of the skin causing the blackhead to be visible.

Consequently, the blockage by the blackhead results to infection of the oil gland and starts the formation of acne. That is why, preventing and removing blackheads helps to control acne.

Blackhead removal treatment starts in keeping the skin as clean and oil free as possible. Dermatologists advised to avoid harsh soaps or any creams that can leave an oily finish and may irritate the skin. A gentle exfoliant helps to keep the dead cells off the skin and away from the pore openings.

When signs of blackheads start to appear, a warm water compress applied to the area of the blackhead followed by a very, very gentle pressure can help in clearing the clog from the pore.

Harsh squeezing or scraping at the blackhead can damage the skin surrounding the pore and can actually increase the size of the pore to cause more blackheads in the future.

Like acne removal treatments, there are various commercial blackhead removal treatments available today such as natural or chemically prepared cleansers, astringent solutions, face masks, blackhead extractors or “blackhead strips.”

The latter remove some blackheads that are at the surface. Shops offering acne skin treatments and acne alternative treatments may also carry products specifically for the treatment of blackheads.

What actually work a little “deeper” in to the skin are mild scrubs and exfoliaters containing alpha hydroxy fruit acids. The treatment can clear away any dead skin cells and “expose” the blackhead. Also, the oxygen in a low potency (read: no overuse) benzoyl peroxide helps to breakup and clear the blackhead.

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