What are Blackheads?

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Do you know what are blackheads and how to combat them? Blackheads are a type of non-inflammatory acne which happens to everyone, irrespective of your skin type & texture!⁣

⚡️What are blackheads?⁣

Blackheads are a type of non-inflammatory acne that occurs when the pore is filled with dead cells & oils. Here, the pore is open and these dead cells & oils turn black due to oxidisation by being exposed to the environment.

☀️What are non-inflammatory acne?⁣

Non-inflammatory acne are type of acne that doesn't cause inflammation/ redness around acne unlike the pimples/ pustules - these are types of inflammatory acne. Other examples of non-inflammatory acne are white heads.⁣

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How to Reduce Black Heads?

1. Cleanse Regularly:

Use a gentle face cleanser twice a day to remove dirt, oil and dead skin cells that clogs pores and forms blackheads. 

2. Exfoliate with Salicylic Acid: 

Salicylic Acid penetrates deep into the pores, dissolving oil and dead skin cells. This helps prevent blackheads. Salicylic Acid along with Niacinamide Serum work well together to exfoliate pores off dirt, sebum and dead cells and controls further oil production from the skin.

3. Hydrate and Moisturize:

Keep your skin hydrated with a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer helps balance oil production, reducing the chance of pores getting clogged.

4. Don't Squeeze or Pick: 

Avoid squeezing or picking at blackheads which can cause irritation and lead to scarring or more breakouts.