What are Blackheads?: Blackheads (also referred to as "open comedones") are essentially clogged skin pores that look like small skin-colored bumps underneath the skin with a black tip. The black color comes when the the sebum in these clogged pores is exposed to the oxygen in the air, oxidizes, and turns black in color.
How to Treat & Prevent Blackheads: The best way to get rid of blackheads and keep them at bay is with is by committing to an effective topical skincare routine with ingredients to help unclog pores and prevent them from getting clogged again! MDacne Customized Acne Treatment Kits include a medicated cleanser, which softens the blackheads and night treatment cream that helps to unclog the openings of the skin pores. Using the medications as instructed will result in a significant reduction of whiteheads and blackheads with long-term use.
Additional Treatments:
Blackhead Strip: Another excellent way to remove blackheads from the nose, chin, and forehead is with blackheads strips, which manually extract the blackheads from your skin. The MDacne Blackheads Removal Strips are a great choice as they contain an oil-free moisturizer, which makes them great for sensitive and acne-prone skin to help reduce irritation. (Subscribers, click here to purchase them right from the shop in your app!)
If you have any questions about blackheads, send us a message in the app or email us at support@mdacne.com!