Collection: BLACKHEADS

BEST PRODUCTS FOR BLACKHEADS

What are Blackheads?

Blackheads or Comedones, are a really common problem that can affect... Read More

BEST PRODUCTS FOR BLACKHEADS

What are Blackheads?

Blackheads or Comedones, are a really common problem that can affect all skin types.

A blackhead is formed by a plug of sebum or oil becoming trapped in a pore. The plug becomes hard and oxidises turning black, hence the name. They’re most commonly found on oily areas of the face especially the chin, forehead and sides of the nostrils.

Very oily skin may also have blackheads on the cheeks and tip of the nose. In addition, they can occur on the chest, back and anywhere where there is a build up of oily sebum.

If left the blackhead will continue to build up until it stretches the pore permanently. This is why areas that have blackheads often have open pores that clog easily and thus produce more blackheads.

If dirt enters the pore or they become infected the blackhead may turn into a whitehead. To keep the skin clear and smooth it’s essential to keep blackheads at bay.