Blackheads

The acne is common skin problem. The blackheads are also known as open comedones. The blackheads are the initial stage of acne. The blackheads are black bumps on the skin. The blackheads are mostly seen in the oily skin. The blackheads are appeared when sebum collects and hardens in the pores. The blackhead is a type of acne vulgaris. These are follicles having the normal opening. These marks are generally develop after puberty when the hormones start surging in the body and skin. The blackhead is the chronic condition which affects over 85% of adolescents and young adults.

The symptoms of the blackheads are pain, to be sensitive about their appearance. The blackheads are commonly appear on oily areas of the face such as the chin, forehead and sides of the nostrils. They are vary in visibility and levels. The oily and combination skins mostly causes the blackheads. They are filled with plugs of sebum and sloughed-off cells. The blackheads can present on the skin last for a long time.

Triggers of Blackheads

• Dirt
• Due to the excess of scrub on the skin
• Makeup
• Excessive use of moisturizes
• Improper cleansing of the skin
• Excess topical oils

Treatment for Blackheads

• The topical antibiotics may be used for some of the blackheads which are infected.
• Exfoliate the blackhead prone area 3-4 times a week using facial exfoliators and scrubs.
• The water-soluble cleansers are used to reduce the blackheads.
• Apply a paste of fresh fenugreek leaves in water over the face every night and washed with warm water in the morning for preventing blackheads.
• By moisturizing your face with a damp, warm cloth in the evening can help to reduce the blackheads.
• Hormonal treatments may be an effective treatment for the blackheads.
• The blackhead remover shows the best effect for the blackheads.
• To cleanse your face you should use an oatmeal or almond mask.
• Avoid washing the face with soaps more than twice a day.
• You can help reduce the occurrence of blackheads by eating the right kinds of foods.
• The Retinoids play an important role in fighting the blackheads.