How to Use a Blackhead Remover

Introduction

Blackheads are a subset of the acne family which includes beside blackheads, pimples and whiteheads. They are however the easiest of acne to remove without causing unsightly scars. First you have to get a blackhead remover and then you need to know how to use it.

What Are Blackheads

Blackheads, called open comedones, are either a yellow or black plug on your skin. They are not caused by dirt, but form when excess sebum (oil) gets in your pores and are then oxidized by exposure to air. This oxidation causes them to harden and they turn yellow or black.

Pimples, on the other hand are called closed comedones, and because the pore is closed, the oil, dead skin and bacteria do not oxidize and usually become infected as red blemishes or pimples.

Blackhead Remover

Now if you do develop blackheads, your first thought would be to squeeze it out. This can cause more problems with your skin by driving the plug deeper into skin or even create scaring if you are not careful.

If you do develop blackhead or blackheads, the best thing to do is obtain a blackhead remover. You can obtain them from beauty shops or on-line for a cost of six dollars on up.

These devices are long thin devices with a plastic or wire that has a loop at each end. The reason for a loop at each end is that one end has a many small loops for clusters of small black heads. The loop at the other end is larger for removal of large blackheads.

How Top Use A Blackhead Remover

It is best to use a certified dermatologist or beautician to remove your blackheads. But if you want to do it yourself here are the steps:

• Cleanse your face before you start blackhead extraction.
• Steam your face to open up the pores. To do this place your face over a sink of hot water till it feels moist and loose.
• Lightly dry your face.
• Immediately use the blackhead remover in a light circular motion to remove the blackhead.
• Cleanse your face again after you remove the blackhead to prevent infection.

Best Way To Remove Blackheads

The very best way to remove blackheads is to not get them in the first place. To do this you need to cleanse your face twice a day with a cleanser designed for your type of skin. Plus exfoliate your face once or twice a week to remove dead skin and excess oils.

Jimmy C has been studying skin care for many years because of his skin problems in his youth. He is the Editor in Chief of a number of skin care web sites. Being a victim of acne in his younger days, he has researched this subject to help people prevent and stop acne. He has also studied many aspects of caring for the bodies skin and keeping it youthful and free of irritants.

For more information on caring for acne or other facial blemishes and keeping your youthful appearance go to his web sites at http://www.squidoo.com/cause-and-cures-of-acne and http://www.skinguidelines.com/.