Scrub for blackheads on the face at home: the best masks

Causes of blackheads

Acne is a problem that people with oily and combination skin types are most familiar with. They are characterized by active sebum secretion, wide pores and hyperkeratosis - pathological thickening of the stratum corneum of the epidermis. With normal and dry skin, acne forms less frequently.

Blackheads most often appear on oily and problematic facial skin. © iStock

Hormones

The male hormone testosterone is responsible for the production of sebum in the body, so men's skin is usually oilier than women's: the higher the testosterone level, the more secretion the sebaceous glands secrete.

The cause of teenage skin problems is unstable hormonal levels. The same reason leads to the appearance of acne in women of mature age - a hormonal surge occurs during pregnancy and at the onset of menopause.

Nutrition

According to some reports, eating large amounts of fast carbohydrates can affect the size and functioning of the sebaceous glands, and therefore speed up the production of sebum. There is not enough direct evidence yet, but many people report improvement in their skin when following a low-carbohydrate diet and avoiding sugar.

Insufficient cleansing or exfoliation

Contrary to prejudices, foundation cannot spoil the skin, but illiterate cleansing can. A thick layer of foundation cannot be washed off with one gesture, so it makes sense to distinguish between makeup removal and direct skin cleansing.

Milk or cleansing oil, as well as micellar water, are ideal as the first stage of evening cleansing

Then, to remove excess makeup and milk or oil from the surface of the skin, wash your face with water and a cleansing product, such as a foaming gel.

Among the reasons for the appearance of blackheads is the lack of proper cleansing. © iStock

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Methods for getting rid of blackheads

Do these procedures regularly if you need quick and obvious results. And competent daily care will help maintain the effect.

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cleansing masks absorb sebum, mattify oily skin areas and prevent inflammation. Apply the mask after a steam bath for better cleansing.

Exfoliants - both mechanical (scrubs) and chemical (peels), remove the stratum corneum of the epidermis, facilitating the release of sebum, and help reduce sebaceous plugs. Some scrubs have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.

Mechanical cleansing is an effective way to quickly get rid of acne and comedones.
It is better to perform this procedure by a specialist. The downside is that the recovery period after cleaning can take up to a week.

Some tips to prevent the problem

It’s not enough to get rid of comedones; try to prevent their reappearance:

Clean your skin with special products, not clean water;
Periodically perform cleansing masks with activated carbon;
Get into the habit of using home scrubs and peeling procedures;
Eat better, worry less;
Get rid of low quality cosmetics;
Take breaks between makeup to allow your skin to breathe more.

Cleansing is an important step in daily care. There is no point in applying nourishing creams and expecting good results if the pores are clogged. Free them from sebaceous nodules to open the way for vitamins, minerals and oxygen to the cells.

Composition of cosmetics against blackheads

Products aimed at combating blackheads usually contain proven “fighters”.

Clay is an excellent absorbent and effectively removes sebum from the skin surface. Clay masks prevent the occurrence of comedones and acne. Read more about clay masks here.

AHA and BHA acids (salicylic, lactic, glycolic) are also among the top three ingredients against blackheads: they dissolve intercellular connections and accelerate the removal of dead cells from the epidermis that block the release of sebum.

Zinc kills Propionibacterium acnes bacteria, the causative agents of acne and acne.

Sulfur reduces sebum secretion.

Green tea extract has pronounced antiseptic properties.

General characteristics of products for removing blackheads on the nose

Blackheads are pores clogged with “plugs” of sebum. Gradually, the secretion of the sebaceous glands mixes with dead epidermal cells, dust, and oxidizes under the influence of oxygen, turning black. They are concentrated mainly in the T-zone, where the skin is most prone to oiliness. One of the most problematic areas is the nose.

Skin covered with black dots looks very unsightly, it causes psychological discomfort, so you need to fight them

Of the specialized products for combating blackheads on the nose, only patches of a characteristic shape can be named. Other scrubs, gels, tonics, masks, creams can be used to cleanse the entire face. To ensure effect, they solve three problems simultaneously:

“loosening” the sebaceous plug;
removal of pore contents;
preventing the appearance of blackheads in the future.

The best cosmetics against blackheads

If blackheads cause inconvenience, look for the cosmetic products listed below on store shelves - the best according to the ratings of the Skin.ru editors.

Blackheads can appear both at a young and adult age. © iStock

Moisturizing

To protect itself, squeaky clean, but not moisturized skin begins to secrete even more sebum. So don't neglect hydration. If your pores are prone to clogged areas, choose lightweight gels or oil-free creams.

Moisturizing gel-cream for the face without oils, Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream, Kiehl's

A complex of vitamin E, antarcticine and desert plant extracts protects epidermal cells from free radicals. Glycerin, due to its inherent hygroscopicity, attracts water and retains it in skin cells, helping to maintain an optimal level of hydration.

Botanical cream “Green tea”, mattifying, for combination and oily skin, Garnier

Green tea extract in the formula is known for its antioxidant effect. The product controls shine while mattifying and moisturizing the skin.

Double action corrective care Normaderm Phytosolution, Vichy

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It works on two fronts: it helps reduce pores and mattifies the skin, while simultaneously moisturizing and strengthening its protective barrier. Contains: salicylic acid in a concentration of 2% (tightens pores), kaolin (reduces oily shine), vitamin C (antioxidant), hyaluronic acid (promotes hydration) and, finally, a derivative of the probiotic Bifidus strengthens the protective functions of the skin.

Cleansing

Skin care begins with proper cleansing. Remove makeup, especially heavy makeup, using a special product, and then wash with water using a non-aggressive cleanser. To deeply cleanse your skin, use face masks.

Cleansing gel with mattifying effect Purefect Skin, Biotherm

The washing gel turns into a delicate foam upon contact with water, which is easily distributed over the face, perfectly cleanses pores and mattifies the skin.

Exfoliating

Exfoliation is a necessary stage of care, especially for hyperkeratosis. Many people skip this procedure, and in vain: keratinized skin scales contribute to clogging of pores and the proliferation of propionic acne bacteria in the mouths of hair follicles, the primary source of inflammatory processes.

Exfoliance Clarté exfoliating gel, Lancôme

The delicate product removes dead particles of the epidermis due to microgranules, as well as papaya and pineapple extracts, without causing discomfort to the skin. Suitable for frequent use.

Facial scrub “Pure Zone, Absolute purity 7-in-1”, L'Oréal Paris

Aimed at narrowing pores and improving complexion, combining the properties of mechanical peeling and salicylic acid, perfectly exfoliates the skin.

Sugar facial scrub, cleansing, reducing blackheads, L'Oréal Paris

The formula with a warming effect, sugar granules, kiwi seeds and lemongrass oil intensively cleanses the skin of impurities, sebum, dead cells - that is, everything that can trigger the formation of blackheads. The scrub can also be used on such a delicate area as the skin of the lips.

Night peeling Idealia, Vichy

An exfoliating complex (glycolic acid + Hepes 5%) accelerates the renewal process of epidermal cells, improves skin texture, reduces the size and number of age spots and post-acne marks. The special texture of the lotion without exfoliating granules does not damage the skin.

Face masks

Intensive cleansing masks are a must-have item in the program in the fight against blackheads.

Mineral pore-cleansing mask with clay, Vichy

The hypoallergenic formula with two types of clay (kaolin and bentonite) effectively cleanses pores, drawing out impurities from them. Emollient ingredients allantoin and aloe vera prevent skin from drying out, while thermal spring water saturates it with minerals.

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Steaming face mask “Clean Skin” with zinc against blackheads and oily shine, Garnier

In just three minutes, it helps open pores and intensively cleanses them, including thanks to the thermal effect, as well as clay and zinc in the composition.

Rare Earth Pore Cleansing Masque, Kiehl's

Amazonian clay and bentonite fight bacteria and excess sebum in the pores, aloe vera has a softening effect, preventing absorbents from disrupting the hydrolipid mantle of the skin.

Black fabric mask “Cleansing charcoal. Black algae, Garnier

Moisturizing, reducing enlarged pores - all these effects are provided by the mask; the formula includes not only hydrants traditional for fabric masks, but also an exfoliating component (LHA acid) plus an absorbent (charcoal).

Prevention measures

How to prolong the results after cosmetic cleansing and ensure the prevention of imperfections?

Don't forget about makeup remover : no matter how tired you are, washing your face before going to bed is a must. Contrary to myths, soap is a bad helper in this matter. We suggest switching to a two-step system, popular in Asia: first we cleanse the skin of cosmetic products with hydrophilic oil or micellar water, then we wash with water using a cleansing gel or foam.

Moisturizing is the key to beautiful skin. Without regular hydration, the skin not only ages faster, but also produces more oil, which we work hard to wash off, thereby causing even more damage to the epidermis.

If possible, avoid cleaning your pores yourself . By removing comedones with your own hands at home, you risk getting negative consequences in the form of rosacea or pimples. But if you really want to, use special cleansing strips that are sold at any pharmacy.

Salon treatments

The most effective procedure against comedones in the nose area is facial cleansing by a cosmetologist. It can be performed manually or using ultrasonic and vacuum technologies. The last method is the most effective, but at the same time the most traumatic for the skin.

After manual cleaning, severe redness of the skin is observed, which can last up to 7 days. Cosmetics (for example, a mask) with a calming effect, which is provided by panthenol, allantoin, aloe vera and chamomile extracts, help to shorten the rehabilitation period.

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