Skin Care
How to Ditch Blackheads for GoodFollow this step-by-step guide to rid your skin of stubborn blackheads and get clear skin — finally |
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Likewise, retinol products boost cell turnover, which helps unplug your pores, she says. Gohara likes La Roche-Posay Redermic [R], $56.99. "It's a 0.1 percent retinol, so it's buffered to get your skin in better shape, but it's less irritating," she says. "Even if you have a smidge of rosacea or sensitive skin, you can tolerate this product."
But don't go crazy with these potent ingredients. Gohara suggests switching between them. For example, you may want to use the benzoyl peroxide on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and use the retinol on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. "The reason I like to use them on alternate days is so that it's not overly irritating," she says.
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I bought the Citrus Clear Grapefruit Spot Treatment to reduce the oil on my combination skin and to get rid of some of my blackheads. Yes! You can use the Citrus Clear spot treatment as a mask as well! My dermatologist told me this, and I am so happy about it! I rinse with lots of warm water to open my pores and then use the Citrus Clear Grapefruit Spot Treatment. About half of my blackheads go away each time I use it! It's a fantastic product and I'm addicted.
by vivian_westwood Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at 08:35PM Report as inappropriate
Steam will loosen blackheads so that these other tips work more effectively. There will be no scarring or damage from it, either.
by GigiSD Friday, April 26, 2013 at 09:31PM Report as inappropriate
I have the most difficulty resisting the urge to pick. I needed reminders about that, and steam treatments and vitamin B3.
by Helmi Friday, April 26, 2013 at 12:18PM Report as inappropriate
I fight blackheads all the time. :(
by yestfl Friday, January 4, 2013 at 02:20PM Report as inappropriate
Thanks
by EricaC123 Friday, December 28, 2012 at 05:11PM Report as inappropriate
nice tips!
by aishak55 Sunday, December 23, 2012 at 06:29PM Report as inappropriate
my hubby suffers from blackheads and this article is very helpful. Thx.
by lilas Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at 12:35AM Report as inappropriate
Great tips!
by heidihannibal33 Monday, September 3, 2012 at 08:22PM Report as inappropriate
I am constantly fighting blackheads so these tips have been insightful. I have used masks with kaolin and I agree that they help draw out the impurities and blackheads from the skin. I only wish the effects lasted.
by HeathRene Monday, August 20, 2012 at 01:09PM Report as inappropriate
Definitely good tips. Mine really cleared up when I added a mask using a Thai clay and lemon juice. I also scrub with sugar and coconut oil.
by asiagirl4ever Sunday, July 15, 2012 at 02:00AM Report as inappropriate