Reasons for the formation of comedones on the body and how to get rid of them

What are comedones

Comedones are one of the manifestations of acne.
Blackheads begin to form as a result of the accumulation of dead epidermal cells, skin secretions, dust particles and cosmetics in the skin follicles. All these elements gradually accumulate and form a dense plug, the surface of which oxidizes under the influence of oxygen and becomes black.

Blackheads are open comedones, that is, the contents have an outlet. This type of acne rarely becomes inflamed, but can significantly worsen the appearance.

Visible black dots appear mainly on the wings of the nose, on the chin, and in the cheek area closer to the nose. In some people, there are few open comedones; in others, they cover most of the face.

Types of comedones: blackheads and subcutaneous acne

Comedones are the first stage of acne. They are small cysts around the hair follicle filled with dead skin cells, fatty secretions and other impurities. Comedones can occur on any part of the body, but are most often localized on the face.

There are 2 types of comedones:

1. Open ones are black dots.

Appear due to oxidation of pore contents upon contact with air. The melanin contained in the skin also gives the tumor its dark color.

1. Closed - white subcutaneous acne.

Formed due to the penetration of bacteria into the pore. Constant secretion of sebum leads to an increase in the size of acne (up to 5 mm). Acne very often becomes inflamed and painful.

Most often, comedones occur in adolescents after the onset of puberty due to a sharp increase in the amount of sebum. In adulthood, acne and blackheads bother men and women with oily skin and large pores. For representatives of the fair sex, the problem may worsen with the onset of pregnancy or menopause.

Mechanical facial cleansing

A method proven over the years and by millions of women to get rid of blackheads. The master first prepares the skin with a special lotion that opens the pores. Many people offer a steam bath in the old fashioned way. Next, the pores are cleaned with your hands or a special spoon, after which a soothing or anti-inflammatory mask is made. The method, no doubt, is effective, but the disadvantages of this technique are also obvious: the process is time-consuming and unpleasant (sometimes even painful). In addition, after such facial cleansing in the salon, redness and swelling may be noticeable on the skin for up to 2-3 days. Those with sensitive skin even look as if they have been bitten by a swarm of bees. Therefore, it is better to carry out mechanical cleansing on the eve of the weekend to give the skin a chance to recover. It is not recommended to do makeup after cleansing, so that the foundation does not clog open pores and reduce all efforts to zero.

How to remove comedones yourself?

Is it possible to squeeze out comedones yourself? When you cleanse your skin of blackheads on your own, the procedure is the same as in a beauty salon. Removal of comedones consists of certain stages:

1. The first thing you need to do is completely cleanse your face of makeup, regardless of the area in which you are going to remove blackheads. You can use foam or facial milk.
2. Steam your face to open the pores. Do not squeeze out blackheads on unprepared skin because it is painful and difficult. This pressure on the skin can cause injury to the skin.
3. Wash your hands, wrap your fingertips in gauze, after moistening it in hydrogen peroxide.
4. It is better to remove comedones first on the chin, lips and nose; it is in these places that it is convenient to clean while the skin is well steamed. The entire contents should be squeezed out completely, otherwise a new comedone will form. But at the same time, you do not need to press with all your might, so as not to injure the skin and provoke inflammation.
5. If you cannot squeeze out the comedone the first time, it is better to leave it for the next treatment to avoid severe redness.
6. After completing the procedure, you should wipe the treated areas with alcohol. To relieve inflammation, it is recommended to apply alcohol lotion to the skin or make a cosmetic mask with clay, this will help relieve inflammation and reduce pores.

If extrusion is carried out using a Uno spoon, then the staple is placed on the surface of the pore so that the black dot is located in the middle of the loop. Light pressure is applied so that all the contents come out.

It is not advisable to make sudden or strong movements so as not to leave a bruise or damage the skin.

Is it possible to remove blackheads at home?

Black comedones do not lead to the development of inflammatory processes on the face, so you can get rid of them at home.

You just need to remember that enlarged pores will remain that way, so from time to time they will become clogged again.

Therefore, in order to achieve complete cleanliness of the face and the absence of visible blackheads, the entire range of selected facial care measures must be performed regularly.

Of no small importance is how a person takes care of his skin every day, what detergents and cosmetics he uses.

At home, you can get rid of comedones in stages, using steaming, skin cleansing, and mechanical squeezing.

To clean the pores, you can purchase special pharmaceutical preparations and use traditional methods in a course - masks, wiping solutions.

The full course of cleansing can be completed in one day; in the future, you need to carry out daily procedures to prevent the accumulation of dirt in the follicles.

Common Myths

We learned about the methods used to cleanse facial skin of blackheads. Now let's move on to the myths, and here is the first of them:

Myth No. 1

“If you continuously use masks, scrubs and other products, you can gradually get rid of blackheads and acne”

This is, of course, wonderful, but they cannot be used often, as addiction occurs and the skin is injured. And the skin will also give you a response in the form of increased production of sebum (sebum). And again, “hello, blackheads and pimples.”

Even if you carefully and regularly cleanse your face of blackheads and pimples, they will reappear over time. Therefore, you must understand that the problem lies deeper, in the body itself. Dermatologists, endocrinologists, gastroenterologists should help you figure this out, and only then you can consolidate the result with cosmetics.

Myth No. 2

“The appearance of blackheads does not depend on nutrition”

Oh, how zealously many people argue that the appearance of comedones and pimples is associated only with hormonal imbalance. But abuse of sweets, fatty, spicy foods, overeating and unbalanced nutrition have no effect. No, they still influence!

An incorrect diet can cause problems in the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and adrenal glands. Because of this, accumulated toxins are released through the skin pores. It provokes the appearance of not only purulent acne and pimples, but also blackheads.

Myth No. 3

“Mechanical (manual) cleaning aggravates the skin condition”

Actually, no, if it is performed by an experienced cosmetologist, and not by you at home. In general, mechanical cleaning improves the appearance of the face, but does not solve the root of the problem. Therefore, again, you cannot do without the help of specialists.

Mechanical cleansing is not just squeezing out blackheads and blackheads with your nails while standing in front of a mirror. This is a process in which the hands must be sanitized and the skin properly prepared. Only a cosmetologist can handle this!

Myth No. 4

“If you don’t wear makeup, you don’t have to wash your face.”

This is also incorrect reasoning, since during the day the skin absorbs harmful substances from the city air. During the night, dirt also has time to accumulate and must be removed. How to wash yourself properly is written in detail here.

Myth #5

“Long exposure to the sun gets rid of acne and blackheads”

This is also not true, since ultraviolet radiation only enhances the process of fat formation. Of course, the disinfecting effect of ultraviolet rays is good. But an acquired tan can only mask imperfections, but not get rid of them. And at the same time it will age your skin faster.

Use nourishing masks for each season, choosing individually for your skin type. In this article you will find the best recipes for homemade masks.

Why do acne occur on the nipples and breasts - an overview of the reasons

Multiple black spots on the chest can be caused by both internal health problems and exposure to adverse household factors. Common reasons leading to the formation of black comedones are:

1. Immune disorders and vitamin deficiencies.
2. Hormonal changes affecting fat metabolism and increasing the amount and viscosity of sebum.
3. Excessive consumption of easily digestible carbohydrates and animal fats.
4. Genetic predisposition.
5. Lack of personal hygiene and, as a result, infection of the hair follicles.
6. Local allergic reactions to perfumes, creams, clothing.
7. Internal diseases of the digestive system, leading to changes in fat metabolism.

Black dots usually appear on the chest in the summer, when excessive sweating and sun rays stimulate the production of sebaceous gland secretions. But if comedones form due to internal problems, then their appearance is possible at any time.

The situation is different with black spots covering the chest, which are caused by increased melanin synthesis. The appearance of such formations can be initiated by the following reasons:

1. Hereditary predisposition.
2. Excessive exposure to UV rays in the summer sun.
3. Impact of radiation factors.
4. Severe stress.
5. Hormonal surges in adolescence, menopause, and pregnancy.

Expert opinion

Svirid Nadezhda

Obstetrician-gynecologist

Pigment spots appear on a person’s skin throughout life, including on the neck and chest. Their appearance can only be reduced by reducing the time spent in the sun, but only if it is UV rays that are the initiating cause of the formation of melanin blackheads.

The skin on a woman's breasts is especially delicate, so any rash causes physical discomfort. If nipple pimples are not treated promptly, the infection will spread to the milk ducts and lymph nodes.

In addition, unsightly marks may remain on the mammary gland, which worsens the quality of life of girls and women.

More attention should be paid to the cleanliness and health of the skin in the décolleté area, then there will be fewer unpleasant surprises in the form of acne.

The most common elements of acne are blackheads, red, inflamed bumps and white pimples. Their appearance is mainly due to the accumulation of sebum or sebum in the canal of the hair follicle. As a result, deep and painful ulcers can occur. Women often develop white pimples on the nipple and around the nipple - on the halo.

External:

• increased air humidity;
• lack of personal hygiene;
• excessive sweating;
• allergic reactions.

Internal:

• hormonal changes before menstruation, during pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• dysfunction of the endocrine system;
• disorders of the liver and kidneys;
• gastrointestinal diseases.

The appearance of pimples on the aureole while breastfeeding should alert a woman. The fact is that such elements of the rash occur when the Montgomery glands in the areola are inflamed.

They secrete a lipoid substance necessary for breastfeeding. If the secretion is blocked, the glands become inflamed and white pimples appear around the nipples.

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A woman experiencing such symptoms should consult a mammologist.

The easiest way to deal with acne on the mammary gland that occurs under unfavorable external conditions. It should be taken into account that synthetic underwear and tight clothing made from “non-breathable” fabrics impede the normal heat exchange of the skin with the surrounding air.

Excessive humidity combined with heat creates favorable conditions for the growth of pathogenic microflora. Pimples appear between the breasts, which itch and itch.

Underwear and clothing made from natural fabrics, maintaining personal hygiene - sometimes this is enough to get rid of a small red rash.

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Before removing acne on the chest, you should take a shower, dry the affected area with a towel, and provide air access to the skin.

Ointments containing antibiotics and glucocorticoids, such as Hyoxysone, will help get rid of the small red rash. There are special antiseptic powders for the décolleté area that absorb excess moisture and prevent bacteria from multiplying.

Female and male hormones have different effects on the functioning of the sebaceous glands. Testosterone stimulates the active production of thick sebum, but its effect is less felt in the presence of female hormones. As menstruation begins, estrogen and progesterone levels drop. The amount of testosterone in the blood remains at the same level and its influence increases.

These hormonal changes during the 27-30 days of the menstrual cycle have a noticeable effect on the condition of a woman’s skin. An increase in progesterone levels causes thickening of the skin, which leads to blockage of sebum in the hair follicle canal. Testosterone “forces” the sebaceous glands to work more actively, they produce more thick secretion.

It is hormonal fluctuations that lead to the formation of deep subcutaneous acne on the face, in the décolleté area and between the breasts.

Diet, stress, and moving have a significant impact on hormone levels. Often in these cases, the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines becomes inflamed. All this leads to excessive stimulation of parts of the nervous system that regulate processes in the skin and endocrine system.

In addition, problems with the gastrointestinal tract and dysfunction of the endocrine glands reduce immunity. The skin cannot cope with bacteria in the pores of the skin, and colonies of parasites begin to grow in the ducts of the sebaceous glands.

Acne often becomes inflamed and turns into red papules and pustules with a white, purulent top.

Using celandine in the fight against acne

With contact dermatitis, the skin is almost constantly irritated, peels, and becomes covered with a small red rash. Antihistamines and hormonal ointments relieve such acne. The method has many advantages, in particular, the rash goes away quickly. Disadvantages: side effects such as drowsiness and the likelihood of a recurrence of an allergic reaction.

The modern approach is therapeutic nutrition, eating foods with quercetin. A natural antihistamine and antioxidant is found in fruits and vegetables; the peels of apples and dark-colored grape varieties are rich in them. Quercetin is found in green tea, grapefruits, and capers.

1. Consume healthy foods rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
2. Normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands by reducing the amount of animal fats, sweets, herbs and spices in the diet.
3. Pays close attention to the presence of allergens in food products. They cause intoxication and provoke the immune system.
4. Use high-quality shower gels, SMS, hypoallergenic perfumes to avoid allergic reactions in the form of a rash on the skin of the chest, including the nipples.

This material is posted for educational and informational purposes, does not constitute professional medical advice or scientific material and cannot serve as a substitute for medical advice.

Reasons for the formation of comedones

The main reason leading to the appearance of dark spots on the face is a pathological disorder in the hormonal and nervous regulation of the glands responsible for the production of sebum.

In the absence of changes in the gland, the same amount of secretion is produced on the entire surface of the face, which is evenly distributed over the face and performs a protective function.

When the functioning of the hormonal system changes, sebum in some places of the face begins to be produced in larger quantities, so it accumulates in the pores, expands them and thereby contributes to the accumulation of other elements of the plug.

People with oily skin are most susceptible to the formation of open comedones.

There are also many provoking factors, under the influence of which blackheads form quickly and in large numbers.

The likelihood of the formation of comedones increases many times over if the human body is affected by several provoking causes at once.

The influence of most of the factors that provoke the appearance of blackheads can be eliminated independently.

Care after cleaning

After cleansing, special facial skin care is required. You will have to observe a number of prohibitions:

• A two- to three-day ban on being outside. Firstly, during this period the face peels off and local redness appears. It looks unaesthetic. Secondly, wind, temperature and humidity changes do not have the best effect on the condition of the face.
• You cannot apply decorative cosmetics for three days. The pores are still very sensitive, so they can easily become clogged.
• A one-week ban on visiting the pool, solarium, sauna, bathhouse, and beach. The tan after cleansing lies unevenly, and exposure to high temperatures adversely affects the healing process and accelerates the production of sebum. For the same reason, you should not wash your face with hot water.
• It is forbidden to use scrubs for a week, as the skin is injured and needs time to recover.
• Do not use tap water or soap to wash your face. Soap dries out the skin, and tap water is saturated with chlorine and impurities that are absorbed and cause irritation.

In the first hours, no care is taken: everything that is needed has already been done in the salon. Then, to restore the skin, it is recommended:

• use decoctions of medicinal herbs with an antiseptic effect (chamomile, St. John's wort, celandine, plantain) for rinsing the face;
• wipe your face with alcohol-free lotion (only local damage can be burned with alcohol);
• wash your face with mineral or melt water acidified with lemon juice;
• Make soothing masks suitable for your type 1-2 times a week;
• moisturize it with creams to remove peeling;
• apply gel with aloe extract to damaged areas;
• twice a day, lubricate new pimples (if they appear) with Metrogyl gel
• Use sunscreen to avoid the appearance of age spots.

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Is it possible to get rid of blackheads on the body forever?

Hardware procedures ensure complete removal of closed and open comedones on the body. To prevent relapses, you need proper care: daily cleansing, washing with gel with a pH of 5.5-7, twice a week - scrub and mask. Do not touch the skin with dirty hands.

If the formation of formations on the body is associated with diseases of the internal organs, cosmetic procedures will give a temporary effect. To get rid of blackheads forever, you need to cure the disease that caused the formations.

It will not be possible to get rid of comedones on the back and other parts of the body without normalizing your diet. Eliminate sweet foods, pastries, and baked goods. It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids: herbal decoctions, teas, still mineral water. It is useful to drink a glass of warm water with lemon juice in the morning on an empty stomach.

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Methods for eliminating blackheads

Eliminating black clogged pores on the face needs to be approached comprehensively.

If you do not associate their formation with insufficient care or hormonal imbalance in the body, then it is advisable to consult a dermatologist.

After the examination, the doctor will prescribe tests and instrumental examination methods to assess the functioning of all internal organs.

It is possible that in order to completely stop the formation of comedones, you will need to undergo a course of medicinal, specially selected treatment.

At home, you can achieve ideal skin condition using an integrated approach to solving the problem that has arisen, which should include facial cleansing procedures.

To remove blackheads, it is especially necessary to carry out steam baths, mechanically squeeze out plugs, use masks and pharmaceuticals, and lighten the skin.

If you are prone to the formation of comedones, you should devote sufficient time to deep cleansing your face at least once a week.

Steam facial cleansing

Steam cleaning or steaming is the first procedure that is performed after removing makeup and washing.

Steam baths or hot wet compresses lead to the expansion of the pores, after which most of the comedones come out easily with mechanical squeezing.

Steam baths are quite easy to make. It is necessary to take two or three tablespoons of chamomile, St. John's wort, sage or nettle per liter or two of water and boil.

Then you need to sit comfortably over the saucepan, tilt your head and cover yourself with a towel.

The procedure lasts from 5 to 15 minutes, after its completion the face is simply dried with a soft towel. If desired, add essential oils of lemon, tea tree, and mint to the hot water.

A hot compress is the application of a soft, thick cloth soaked in hot water to the desired area of ​​the face. Herbal decoctions or plain water can also be used as a solution.

Steaming is not carried out if there are foci of inflammation or dilated capillaries on the face.

Squeezing out correctly

Mechanical removal of comedones should be carried out only after steaming, so there is a greater likelihood that all the plugs will come out and there will be no damage left on the face.

After removing the dots, you should not use cosmetics. It is recommended to only use those products that will narrow the pores.

Cleansing strips

Cleansing strips or patches can be purchased at pharmacies. They are usually intended to cleanse the skin of the nose.

The patch is glued to the wings and back of the nose for the time prescribed according to the instructions, after which it is removed - all the black dots should remain on its surface.

You can also make your own cleaning strips. Dry gelatin is diluted with warm milk and placed in the microwave for 10 minutes to swell.

The prepared mixture is applied in a dense layer to the desired areas of the face. You can remove the film after it has completely hardened.

Facial skin lightening

Not all blackheads can be removed, so you can make them invisible in another way - using compounds with a property that lightens the surface of the plugs.

Tightening procedures

Tightening pores is the final procedure when removing blackheads. Its goal is to achieve narrowing of the pores, in which the penetration of microparticles inside will be difficult and, therefore, the process of formation of blackheads will slow down.

All homemade solutions that have a tightening effect are best used daily after washing your face in the morning and before applying cosmetics.

Ways to get rid of comedones

How can you cleanse your facial skin of annoying blackheads? Let's talk about the methods that most girls use. Let's find out how effective it is and find out whether it's worth trying. So, let's begin:

Extrusion

How sometimes hands reach out to squeeze out another dot on the face. But at this moment, the neighboring pores are deeply pressed together with bacteria and dust. And now instead of dots there are purulent pimples.

By squeezing pimples and spots, you can cause an infection, and its entry into the bloodstream can result in infection. In addition, scars and cicatrices are formed that are difficult to hide. Stop squeezing!

Masks

Masks will help most effectively cleanse the skin of comedones. And even more effective are those prepared at home. Here you will find an effective mask recipe and some more useful tips for getting rid of blackheads. And here is another recipe)

Adhesive strips

Judging by the reviews, they are also effective. They quickly pull out plugs from clogged pores. But it is important to close the pores after cleansing with special masks or wipe your face with a piece of ice.

Scrubs

Scrubs are also good at cleaning clogged pores, but it is important not to overuse them. Once a week is enough, since this is the roughest type of cleansing. And not all scrubs are capable of removing blackheads. And using them on sensitive skin is not recommended at all, as you can spread the infection all over your face.

Lotions and tonics

Quite effective means. Suitable for daily use and exfoliates dead skin cells well. They remove shine from oily skin, tighten pores and smooth out the surface of the face.

Professional cleaning

How can you cleanse your facial skin of blackheads using salon procedures? There are several ways:

• mechanical cleaning is a process consisting of sequential actions: professional cleansing, steaming, cleansing mask, deep cleaning manually using tools, washing, completing the procedure. Not very pleasant, but effective procedure
• Ultrasonic cleaning is the principle by which the surface layer of the skin is cleansed, removing sebaceous plugs. The skin becomes elastic and firm, and the pores become smaller
• Brushing is a superficial cleansing of the face using a device with brush attachments. A pleasant procedure, but short-lived
• Vacuum cleansing is the process of sucking out dirt and excess fat with a vacuum tube. Suitable for those with very problematic skin
• disincrustation - the effect of electric current on the skin with the penetration of a solution to clean it. An effective and safe procedure, but many contraindications
• chemical peeling is the most gentle, but less effective procedure. Peeling is not able to deeply cleanse pores and only solves the external problem.

Blackheads are a problem for oily skin. Read about caring for oily skin here.

What does modern medicine offer?

Many effective remedies for combating emerging blackheads can be found in pharmacies. Most often they are purchased for teenagers, since it is in them that the appearance of blackheads is most likely and causes a lot of complexes.

Creams, gels, lotions need to be selected taking into account the skin type, the main defects on the face, and the tolerance of the product.

It is advisable to purchase hypoallergenic formulations, since during adolescence the skin is highly sensitive. After performing the procedure, using facial photorejuvenation, you can remove the keratinized cellular layer of the epidermis.

Cosmetic clay gives good results in the fight against blackheads. Applying a mixture of clay and water ensures that accumulated plugs are pushed out of the pores and narrows them.

Clay is often included in homemade multi-component masks used to eliminate many skin blemishes.

When choosing pharmaceutical products for blackheads, be sure to carefully study the instructions. Some ointments and other cosmetics may be contraindicated for a number of diseases.

More about characteristic signs

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW!
White closed comedones on the face slightly rise above the surface of the skin, are rough to the touch and are often invisible to the eye. Closed acne, regardless of the cause, is characterized by a black color, the ability to open as a sticky thick mass and is clearly visible in the photo, which is why it is in dire need of treatment.

"Blackheads are normal." What you need to know about facial cleansing

Facial cleansing is one of the most popular procedures in Russian beauty salons, but questions about it are not decreasing. Can brushing be addictive? What type of cleaning should I choose and is it even necessary? Is it possible to cleanse comedones and acne? We asked these and other questions to three doctors.

What is “facial cleansing” in general and what types of it are there?

Natalya Grigorievna Zakhdi, dermatovenerologist, cosmetologist, chief physician of IFEELSPA Medical Club: “Scientifically speaking, this is the evacuation of the contents of the sebaceous glands. Cleaning can be manual, machine or chemical. Almost everyone is familiar with manual (or mechanical) - the contents of the sebaceous glands are removed by a cosmetologist-esthetician with his hands and special spatulas. Hardware cleaning is done using ultrasound or vacuum. Dry cleaning - using products that dissolve skin secretions. But don’t confuse it with acid peeling!”

I have oily skin and acne. Can I do cleaning?

Natalya Zahdi: “It’s not just possible, but necessary. If comedones are not removed in time, they will become inflamed, turning into a papule or abscess. Therefore, manual cleaning is recommended for problem skin.”

Maria Bondareva, dermatologist, cosmetologist at the Moscow Remedy Lab clinic: “Neither peeling nor ultrasound can remove open and closed comedones. For acne, manual cleaning can even be done several times in a row and quite often - a couple of times a month.”

Is it true that mechanical cleansing severely injures the skin, while the effect lasts for a maximum of a week?

Natalia Zahdi: “Of course, this is a kind of trauma, but for some patients cleaning is a necessary measure. Just as I sent people for manual cleaning 20 years ago, I still do now. Only the method of preparing the skin has changed. If they used to do steaming, now the methods are more modern. If the skin is prepared correctly, the doctor works carefully and always performs procedures that close the pores; trauma is minimized.”

Maria Bondareva: “To prepare the skin, first the cosmetologist applies products that help loosen the epidermis and remove dead skin particles. Then the skin is treated with a thermal mask with camphor and isopropyl alcohol - this is necessary to soften comedones, in addition, it has an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect. Then the doctor removes the comedones using sterile gloves. If the comedone is mature and closed, the doctor moves the cap and removes it using a disposable syringe needle. Only those comedones that are amenable to mechanical action can be removed (if they are not ripe at the time of cleaning, you need to come back for cleaning again in 2-3 weeks).

The skin has very good regenerating ability. And with proper home care, the effect will last longer. It is necessary to do deep cleansing, use masks with acids and products to narrow pores, and light peelings. The better you cleanse your skin at home, the longer your pores will stay clear.”

Evgenia Rogozhnikova, cosmetologist and esthetician at the Nikolskaya Club salon: “The task of a cosmetologist is not to pull out all the dirt that is there from the pores, but to help solve the problem. Perhaps in several stages or even locally, not on the entire face.”

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What is better, dry cleaning or mechanical cleaning?

During dry cleaning, the contents of the pores are dissolved using chemicals - as the name implies. There will be no mechanical injuries from it, but it will also be less effective. Natalya Zahdi: “It is better to use it as preparation for manual cleaning, and not as an independent procedure. Dry cleaning has a contraindication - very sensitive skin.”

Will ultrasound replace manual cleaning?

Many doctors are of the opinion that ultrasound acts very superficially and cannot replace manual cleaning. It is used rather as an addition to manual cleaning in order to achieve greater effect.

Evgenia Rogozhnikova: “Ultrasound definitely shouldn’t be done for inflammation, it doesn’t make sense. But for people with sensitive skin and hyperkeratosis (too rapid division of skin cells, which causes excessive thickening of the stratum corneum), ultrasonic cleaning is indicated.”

Can I do cleaning in the summer?

Maria Bondareva: “In the summer it is better to do more gentle cleanings - ultrasound, for example, to completely eliminate the risk of pigmentation during the period of active sun.”

Is brushing addictive?

Maria Bondareva: “Yes and no. In essence, dark spots on the skin are normal. Imagine that you inserted a pipe into the ground and poured liquid into it. The top part that comes into contact with the air will become darker. It's the same with pores. If you remove fat from the ducts, it will still appear there, we are living people. Another thing is that if you clean very often, but do not use the right care, your pores will start to get dirty faster. But if you alternate cleansing with the correct seasonal care, selected by a cosmetologist, there will be no addiction.”

What if I want to cleanse and then go straight to work?

If redness bothers you, it is better not to plan manual cleaning on the morning of the working day. If this is not possible, choose Hydra Facial vacuum cleaning, it is now done in many salons. The skin is treated using several attachments with simultaneous supply of serum. First comes exfoliation, then vacuum cleansing, then moisturizing. The procedure tightens, intensively moisturizes, and cleanses the skin. She has no contraindications or restrictions based on the time of year.

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Is it possible not to clean at all?

Evgenia Rogozhnikova: “Girls often come to me who want to start cleaning because their friends advised them or they just decided so themselves. But I look at their skin, I see small pores and no inflammation. Some of them can do without cleaning at all. But some people just need to physically feel that their pores have been picked, while others, on the contrary, want to spend a minimum of time and money in a cosmetologist’s office.”

Maria Bondareva: “If you have normal skin, then you can really only get by with high-quality home care: masks, peels, exfoliants and serums.”

Valeria Falaleeva

Cover photo: dimid_86

General recommendations and useful tips: what to avoid to prevent comedones from appearing

Cosmetic procedures and medications are not enough to eliminate comedones from the face. All efforts will be useless if you do not change your lifestyle and eating habits.

To prevent the appearance of new comedones, you should follow some rules:

• don’t be nervous and try to get enough sleep;
• drink more clean water;
• completely abandon all bad habits;
• eliminate all acute and chronic diseases;
• normalize nutrition: the amount of fatty, smoked, fried foods should be reduced. To replenish vitamins, eat seasonal vegetables and fruits;
• cleanse the body of toxins;
• choose cosmetics according to skin type and age;
• accustom yourself to the daily use of cleansers (tonic and foam cleanser);
• Remove dirt with a scrub 1-2 times a week.

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Treatment of open and closed comedones should be carried out comprehensively. The main focus of therapy is getting rid of the root cause of acne formation. Without this, any salon or home treatments will not give a lasting effect.

Will the procedures help?

Problem skin certainly requires care. Which mask is right for a particular person can only be found out by trying them and evaluating the result. The fight against blackheads requires daily skin care and facial hygiene. If you can’t cope on your own, then it’s better to seek help from a professional cosmetologist who can not only perform the facial cleansing procedure, but also give important advice on caring for it, according to the individual characteristics of the skin.

Under no circumstances should the situation be neglected; the more problems with the skin and the more blackheads, the longer the path to the ideal result will be.

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