6 solutions to get rid of those stubborn blackheads!

What are blackheads?

Our skin contain follicles all over, and each follicles has a hair and sebaceous gland, that produces oil. When dead skin is not removed properly, it mixes with the oil and forms a bump on the opening of the hair follicles. When the bump stay under the skin, it is called heads. When the skin over the bump opens, and exposes it to the air, the air turns it dark, which we call blackhead. Blackheads are basically known as minor acne.

Way of treating blackheads?

There are various methods to get rid of those nasty blackheads. Some methods give short-term solutions, where as some gives long term. Here Ms Prerna Singh owner of one of the best salon in Lucknow (Inztyla Makeup Studio, Salon and Academy By Prerna) is going to tell you various method to treat your blackheads.

How to treat blackheads:

·       Blackheads Strips: There are various companies that provide blackheads trips. You just have to apply it over your nose and surrounding area and wrench the strip after some times. The blackheads are stuck on the strip. However, doing it frequently damages your skin, due to lack of gentleness. So, limit it for emergencies.

·       Tools: Variety of blackheads removal tools are available at market. You need to soften your skin either by massaging or steaming and then using the tools to extract the blackheads by pressing and eliminating.

·       Physical Scrub: Physical scrubs take away the top part of your blackheads, which is often understood as complete removal. Blackheads are deep rooted, so taking away the top part is of very soft term. You can use a physical scrub if you need to get a temporary result.

·       Excessive Layering: Blackheads are often found on your nose, as your T zone is often oily. So, when you layer too many skin products, your skin feels congested and gives birth to bumps. That’s why, if you have blackhead or oily skin, keep your routine minimal and try to avoid heavy products.

·       Oil Cleansing Method: Some dirt on your skin is not water soluble. That is why, you should introduce and oil cleanser in your skin care routine. The oil when massaged on your dry skin breaks down all your dirt, sunscreen and makeup, and gives you clean and fresh skin. Shows results after a long time, but the results are worthy.

·     Salicylic Acid: Salicylic Acid dissolves all the excessive oil in your skin, by penetrating deeply. So keeping oil in control and frequently removing  dead skin is a sure shot winning method to treat blackheads in a long run. Even if you don’t prefer salicylic acid, try other exfoliating acids like lactic or glycolic.