How come blackheads?

Komedo – that sounds like the name for a new sleek car model. But behind it lies the Latin word for blackheads. Blackheads are the first visible signs of acne and most commonly occur in the so-called T-zone around the forehead, nose and chin. The pests are formed because excessive sebum production leads to clogging of the pores. Especially in puberty, many teenagers have to struggle with the ugly comedones, in advanced age, they can also occur in menopausal women through the hormonal changes.

The most important tip in advance: never, never, never express blackheads yourself

Even if the temptation is so great: you should not express blackheads yourself. Because the bacteria are only pushed deeper into the epidermis – often the skin then becomes inflamed in the affected areas. In the worst case, it can even lead to the formation of purulent abscesses with subsequent scarring. So you should always keep your hands off this do-it-yourself method!

Antibacterial wash gels and facial Tonerfor daily facial cleansing

A thorough cleansing of the face is essential to getting rid of blackheads. Especially with sensitive facial skin you should make sure that the facial cleanser contains no alcohol or acidic substances that can lead to severe skin irritation. More suitable are gentle wash gels in combination with a refreshing tonic. The Lavera Organic Mint cleans on a natural basis, the Pure Skin Cleansing Gel by La Mer has active ingredients from the North Sea, and the
Neutrogena Anti-Blackhead Tonic provides a specific formula for visibly improved skin.

Simply peel blackheads off with clear-up strips

Clear-up strips (or pore strips) score with keratolytic agents that can loosen dandruff and thickened cornea. Applying the patchy strips is quite simple: just clean the face thoroughly and moisten the midriff affected areas thoroughly as the clear-up strips will not hold on dry skin.
Then remove the strip from the packaging, place on the respective skin area and press thoroughly. After a period of ten to fifteen minutes, the clear-up strip is dry and can be gently and gently peeled off from the outside to the center of the face. The strips are offered by numerous cosmetics manufacturers such as the dm brand Balea, Nivea or Bioré.

Products with salicylic acid also dissolve deep-seated cornifications

Another way to treat blackheads are toiletries that contain salicylic acid. Thanks to the salicylic acid, the clogged pores are reopened and the sebum releases from the upper layers of the skin. For daily use are products with salicylic acid content of one to two percent.
Those who have only minor skin problems, can resort to products with a salicylic acid content of one percent, with larger skin problems is a salicylic acid content of two percent ideal. The pH should be at least between 3 and 4. For example, the Dermasence Seborra Gel cools the affected skin with a mild fruit acid complex. The active night care ‚Eucerin Dermo PURIFYER‘ works against bad skin during sleep and overnight. And the matting vanishing creamby Nivea is the ideal basis to start well with caring active ingredients in the day.

Electronic facial brushes

For some time now, more and more private individuals are investing in the purchase of one facial brush, Anyone who acquires such a device should pay attention to quality and not order any cheap copy from the Internet. Our tip: When buying an electronic facial brush, it is important to make sure that the device has the European CE certification. Facial brushes for normal and sensitive skin are offered by manufacturers such as Clarisonic, Hangsun and Foreo Luna.