Blackheads

Excessive sebum production

Skin that produces too much sebum can clog pores, creating a favorable condition for the formation of blackheads.

Hormonal changes

Puberty, pregnancy, or contraception can cause an increase in hormone production, which can result in higher sebum production and increased blackheads.

Improper skin care

If the skin is not cleansed regularly, the buildup of dirt and dead cells can clog pores and cause blackheads.

Pollution and improper diet

Environmental pollution, as well as a diet rich in fatty foods, can worsen skin conditions.

Open blackheads

These blackheads are best known for their black color. They form when pores become clogged with a mixture of sebum, dead skin cells, and impurities, and then oxidize when exposed to air, making them black.

Oxidation is the cause of the black color, while the clogged pore itself remains open to the skin's surface. This is a typical occurrence in people with oily skin.

T-zone (forehead, nose and chin), where the most sebum is secreted.

Closed blackheads

Closed blackheads appear as white dots or bumps on the skin because the pores are closed and oxidation does not occur. The amount of sebum and impurities inside the pore remains trapped below the surface of the skin.

These blackheads form when the pore is completely clogged, but there has been no contact with air, which prevents oxidation.

They usually appear in areas where the skin tends to retain excess sebum, such as the forehead, chin, or around the nose.

Blackheads in the form of pustules or papules

Blackheads can develop into more serious forms, such as pustules (pus-filled bumps) or papules (inflammations that appear as red bumps).

When blackheads are left unprotected and untreated, they can become infected with bacteria, causing inflammation. This is most common in people with sensitive skin who often pop blackheads.

Usually on the face, but can also appear on the back and shoulders.

Blackheads on the back, shoulders and chest

Blackheads can also appear on other parts of the body, such as the back, shoulders, and chest. These areas of the body are also prone to increased sebum production, which can cause clogged pores.

Increased sebum production, sweating, wearing tight or synthetic clothing that does not allow the skin to breathe.

Blackheads combined with acne

Blackheads can be associated with other types of acne, such as cysts, nodules, or pustules. In this case, blackheads become just one symptom of a wider skin problem.

Acne is a complex disorder that involves clogged pores, inflammation, bacterial infection, and hormonal changes.

Regular cleaning

Proper cleansing of the skin twice a day helps to remove excess sebum and dirt. It is important to use mild products that will not irritate the skin.

Peeling

Using an exfoliant with mild chemical ingredients like salicylic acid can help remove dead skin cells and reduce the risk of clogged pores.

Hydration

Even if you have oily skin, it's important to use moisturizers that are non-comedogenic, because dehydrated skin can increase sebum production.

Don't touch your face.

Touching your face with your hands can transfer dirt and bacteria to your skin, which increases the risk of blackheads.