Have you ever wonder why blackheads are described as stubborn blackhead? You can pinch, pop and squeeze, but they never seem to go away. In fact, you are inviting more of that problem to appear.
Blackheads are open comedones, enlarged hair follicles that are clogged with dead skin cells and sebum. They are black because the melanin in sebum comes into contact with oxygen and it oxidizes, and turns black. On the other hand, Whiteheads are closed comedone, where the pores are covered and therefore, the clogged materials remain white. They often occur at the T-zone area or anywhere on the body that has hair follicles.
Do you know when blackhead is infected? Yes, you do. Blackhead is infected when blackhead turns into pustule. Pustule is a small bump on the skin that contains pus. And having symptoms such as pain, redness and swelling on the bumps. It is very tempting on trying to extract blackhead by pinching and squeezing but this forces dirt and bacteria deep into your pore and causing infection. Untreated blackhead infections can cause permanent scarring.
Is there a way to get rid of them? Yes, do let the expert to treat those stubborn blackheads. It is by using Off with Those Heads, blackheads …show more content…
It is none other than the essence ingredients used in the gel. Tea Tree Oil, which is a popular remedy for acne condition. It has been proven to have antiseptic, antifungal and anti-bacterial properties and is known to help soothing blemished skin. Another essence used is the Witch Hazel Extract that helps in reducing excess oil from our skin and acts synergistically on minimizing open pores, reducing irritation and keeping our skin in perfect condition at all times. Last but not least is the Aloe Vera Extract. Research has confirmed that it has anti-inflammatory properties and the ability in promote wound healing. Besides, it helps to moisture and nourishes our skin, delivering a smooth and supple skin
Blackheads are open comedones, enlarged hair follicles that are clogged with dead skin cells and sebum. They are black because the melanin in sebum comes into contact with oxygen and it oxidizes, and turns black. On the other hand, Whiteheads are closed comedone, where the pores are covered and therefore, the clogged materials remain white. They often occur at the T-zone area or anywhere on the body that has hair follicles.
Do you know when blackhead is infected? Yes, you do. Blackhead is infected when blackhead turns into pustule. Pustule is a small bump on the skin that contains pus. And having symptoms such as pain, redness and swelling on the bumps. It is very tempting on trying to extract blackhead by pinching and squeezing but this forces dirt and bacteria deep into your pore and causing infection. Untreated blackhead infections can cause permanent scarring.
Is there a way to get rid of them? Yes, do let the expert to treat those stubborn blackheads. It is by using Off with Those Heads, blackheads …show more content…
It is none other than the essence ingredients used in the gel. Tea Tree Oil, which is a popular remedy for acne condition. It has been proven to have antiseptic, antifungal and anti-bacterial properties and is known to help soothing blemished skin. Another essence used is the Witch Hazel Extract that helps in reducing excess oil from our skin and acts synergistically on minimizing open pores, reducing irritation and keeping our skin in perfect condition at all times. Last but not least is the Aloe Vera Extract. Research has confirmed that it has anti-inflammatory properties and the ability in promote wound healing. Besides, it helps to moisture and nourishes our skin, delivering a smooth and supple skin