Comedones, also known as blackheads, are those little black or white dots that appear on the "T" zone of the face (forehead, nose, and chin) and other oily areas of the body, such as the neck, back, and shoulders. Thus, the condition arises from an abnormality in keratinization, which leaves the hair follicle blocked by cells, keratin, or excess sebum.

The good news is that the discomfort is only cosmetic and there is no symptom. However, in some cases, the comedones can turn into inflamed pimples.

Types of Carnation

There are two types of carnation, so check them out below:

• White (closed): Small, whitish blister due to the skin covering the pore of the gland. It usually appears in sebaceous regions.
• Black (open): The pore becomes open and enlarged, other impurities also contribute to the appearance.

Causes of Comedones

The causes for the appearance of comedones are many, so here are the main ones:

• Increase in circulating androgen hormones;
• Diseases with hormonal changes;
• Genetic factor;
• Excessive sun exposure;
• Use of oily cosmetics.

Treatment for comedones

The daily care routine is the best way to prevent the appearance of blackheads. Thus, bet on soaps, tonics, sunscreens, and dermocosmetics with salicylic acid to control oiliness and prevent excess sebum in the pores.

One should not squeeze the comedones on their own, as the attempt can leave blemishes and scars. Also, squeezing them can trigger an acne lesion at the site.

Professional skin cleansing helps not only to remove accumulated impurities, but also improves the aesthetic discomfort. Therefore, seek a dermatologist to know the best treatment for your case.

Skincare routine for skin with blackheads

Did you know that it is possible to invest in a skincare routine for acneic skin ?

"The best routine is proper washing, followed by an acid that promotes follicular peeling, associated with moisturizing and sunscreen," indicates Dr. Barbara Poggi, clinical dermatologist, specialist in surgery, cosmiatry and trichology, from Human Clinic.

There are, however, other products that can also be used in this skincare routine See below for our suggestions:

1. Use cleansing gel that cleanses the skin deeply and gently;
2. Next, use a tonic with anti-inflammatory properties that acts to purify the layers of the skin;
3. Finally, moisturize with products that restore the skin's water levels in a healthy way.

Source: Dr. Barbara Poggi, clinical dermatologist, specialist in surgery, cosmiatry and trichology, from the Human Clinic.