5 ways to prevent blackheads
Untreated blackheads can become breakouts, so it’s important to keep pores clear with these tips:
1. Exfoliate
After Double Cleansing clear away excess dead skin cells with a powder exfoliant, scrub or leave-on exfoliant that contains ingredients like Salicylic Acid.
2. Masque
Once or twice a week, apply a masque designed to help soften and clear blackheads. Look for ingredients like Clay or Charcoal, which can help draw out excess oil and impurities, and Sulfur, which can help remove dead skin cells.
3. Control bacteria
Apply an antibacterial booster or serum daily to help kill breakout-causing bacteria. Look for ingredients like Salicylic or Azelaic Acid.
4. Moisturise
Wear a moisturiser every day, even if you have oily skin. When your skin’s moisture levels are imbalanced, your skin produces excess oil to compensate. A moisturiser helps regulate sebum production to prevent excess oil from clogging your follicles.
5. Wear non-comedogenic products
Make-up, some sunscreens and hair products are among those that can clog pores, especially if they are left on the skin overnight. Choose products labeled “non-comedogenic” to help keep pores clear, and always double cleanse your skin before bed.
How to clear existing blackheads fast
Existing blackheads are hard to clear at home. Squeezing them with your fingernails not only damages your skin but spreads breakout-causing bacteria, which can lead to more intense forms of acne.
To quickly clear existing blackheads, visit a professional skin therapist at one of our stores for a ProSkin 30 incorporating blackhead extractions.
Pro tip!
Dehydration makes blackheads harder to extract, so drink lots of water and moisturize before you get extractions.
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