Have you ever noticed small spots marring your skin's appearance while looking in the mirror? These dark spots, known as blackheads or open comedones, form when pores become clogged with a combination of sebum and dead skin cells.
Blackheads are a common skin issue affecting both adolescents and adults, often indicating that our skin needs extra care.
Causes of Blackheads
Blackheads typically arise from excessive sebum production, the natural oil that moisturizes and protects the skin. Hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause are often responsible. Inadequate skin cleansing and the use of unsuitable cosmetic products can also cause clogged pores.
Other contributing factors include:
- Diets high in fatty and sugary foods
- Stress
- Lack of sleep
- Genetics
Symptoms and Identification of Blackheads
Blackheads appear as small black dots, acquiring their dark color through the oxidation of sebum and keratin upon exposure to air.
They commonly occur in the T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) but can also be found on the back, chest, arms, and shoulders, where sebaceous glands are abundant.
Although blackheads are less inflammatory than other acne types, untreated blackheads can lead to more painful and noticeable forms of acne, such as pustules or cysts.
Preventive Measures
Blackheads are not just a cosmetic issue but can lead to more severe skin problems. Preventive care involves regular and proper skin care and a healthy lifestyle, including:
- Daily cleansing with non-comedogenic cleansers that don’t clog pores
- Using mild exfoliants with salicylic acid to remove dead skin cells and prevent pore blockages
- Choosing cosmetics suitable for your skin type
- Using Hemptouch azelaic acid for its anti-inflammatory properties to reduce skin impurities
- Avoiding excessive face touching
- Maintaining a healthy diet rich in vegetables, fruits, and proper hydration
How to Remove Blackheads
Although tempting, avoid squeezing blackheads yourself and steer clear of mechanical exfoliants, peel-off masks, and suction methods. These techniques can irritate or damage the skin, leading to micro-injuries, increased inflammation, deeper infection spread, and eventually scarring or hyperpigmentation.
Instead, use gentle cleansing methods like facial steam baths to open pores, followed by the careful removal of blackheads with pre-sterilized tools. Post-cleansing, it's crucial to soothe and thoroughly moisturize the skin.
The Role of CBD in Treating Blackheads
CBD has gained popularity in dermatology due to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Using CBD products like Hemptouch skin balance trio can help regulate excessive sebum production, preventing new blackheads.
- The Purifying Face Cleanser with hemp ingredients, chlorella algae, and cedar essential oil ensures thorough skin cleansing. It's highly recommended as the second step in double cleansing to cleanse pores, remove dead cells, and prepare the skin for further steps.
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- A Moisturizing Bright Essence, containing white fir, CBD, and hyaluronic acid, provides moisture and is suitable for dry, combination, and oily skin types.
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- The Balancing Face Cream with an active CBD concentration helps balance excess sebum production, while neroli, chlorella, and hemp hydrosol soothe redness. This cream is recommended for those with combination, oily skin experiencing excess sebum, acne, blackheads, etc.
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Studies indicate that CBD’s anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects help regulate sebum production and reduce skin impurities. Many users report improved skin texture, reduced blackhead appearance, and overall complexion enhancement after regular use of CBD products, corroborated by studies.
Source
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22038-blackheads
https://curology.com/blog/is-this-ingredient-the-best-blackhead-remover
https://www.everydayhealth.com/smart-skin/the-best-and-worst-ways-to-get-rid-of-blackheads
https://dermnetnz.org/topics/comedonal-acne
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/360334551_The_Anti-Inflammatory_Effects_of_Cannabidiol_CBD_on_Acne
Posted by Barbara Novak on date , updated on .
