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When dead skin cells, dirt is stuck on the skin and if not cleaned deeply, it is easy to clog the pores on the face, causing blackheads, whiteheads and acne that affect the beauty of the skin. fine face. So is there a way to reduce clogged pores so that your facial skin looks cleaner, fresher? Here are ways to unclog pores to make it easier for you to care for and protect your skin better.
1. Use blackhead remover patch
Blackhead remover patches are widely available in the market in various shapes and sizes, depending on where you want to use them on your face. You can use acne patches to remove bacteria, excess oil, dead skin and help unclog pores.
To use this peel off patch, first clean and dry the area you want to peel off. Place the patch on your face and squeeze it tight, leave it on for 5-10 minutes. Then slowly peel off the sticker and wash your face with warm water to remove the glue completely.
Although using acne patches can help deep clean the skin, but if you have sensitive, easily irritated skin, you need to consider carefully before using. In addition, the acne patch is also recommended to be used at most once a week to avoid enlarged pores.
2. Reduce clogged pores with activated charcoal
Activated charcoal is an ingredient known to remove dirt and toxins. Many people have chosen this product to reduce clogged pores on the face, thereby making pores open and cleaner. Activated charcoal is also included as the main ingredient in cleansers, scrubs, and masks.
Each type of activated carbon product will have different uses. But most of them require you to wash your face thoroughly before use, leave the product on your face for 5-10 minutes before removing and rinsing your face with water.
On the market also advertise many lines of handmade, cheap activated charcoal masks. However, doctors recommend that you do not use this type of mask because their ingredients can be from charcoal powder and glue, which not only does not clean but can also clog pores, make skin dry and damage.
Instead of using homemade masks, you should buy activated charcoal masks of clear origin from reputable stores. Or you can also visit a dermatologist for advice on choosing a safe alternative skin care product.
3. Squeeze acne to reduce clogged pores
Squeezing acne is one of the popular beauty treatments many women choose to reduce clogged pores. However, squeezing acne with the right method is also not a simple matter. You will need the help of a qualified dermatologist or beautician to perform the procedure safely.
The doctor can use his hands to apply pressure around the clogged pore to push the acne to the surface, thereby helping the pore to open.
Most importantly, after squeezing the acne, the doctor will need to use an antibacterial or antiseptic agent to bring the skin's pH to a balanced level. They can then use other treatments to prevent acne from recurring.
You should not arbitrarily pop pimples at home because if done incorrectly, the method can be counterproductive such as infection, clogged pores in the face, leading to more acne.
4. Exfoliation helps to clean pores
Exfoliation is a simple method that can help you clean your skin, remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. This cleaning step helps your facial skin remove excess oil and dirt hidden in the pores that normal makeup remover and face wash steps cannot do.
There are many different forms of exfoliation, including both mechanical and chemical:
Mechanical exfoliation : A scrubbing method of exfoliation with a facial scrub, a towel, and some products specialized... Some harsh exfoliants can be harmful to your skin. So if you have sensitive skin, you should use an exfoliant derived from nature such as oats, jojoba seeds... Chemical exfoliation: A method of using chemical substances to help clean pores. pores such as Alpha hydroxy Acid (AHA), Beta hydroxy Acid (BHA), Retinol or Enzyme. If you want to chemically exfoliate, you should consult with your doctor to see which products are right for your skin. Your doctor can also help you determine the safest frequency of exfoliation for your skin.
5. Unclog pores with steam
Using steam to steam your face is a method of unclogging pores commonly found in spas. In which beauticians use a vaporizer to fuse warm, moist air onto your skin, thereby helping to open pores. Then the experts will apply a cleansing mask or use a moisturizer to massage your face. Due to the open pores, the nutrients are also easily absorbed deeper into the skin.
If steam pore cleaning is effective and beneficial for your skin then you should visit the spa once a month for best results. Or you can also buy a steamer for home skin care if you want to try this method for yourself.
6. Remove makeup every day before going to bed
Due to busy schedules, many people often go to bed and forget to remove their skin makeup. This condition, if frequent, will cause makeup to accumulate, causing clogged pores, making your facial skin easily irritated.
Therefore, you should create a habit of removing makeup when taking care of your face at night to make your skin more open. In addition, you should also maintain washing your face twice a day with a suitable cleanser to help remove dirt, excess oil, and dead skin cells.
Many people also choose to unclog pores at home with baking soda or lemon due to its high cleansing properties. However, these methods can change the pH of the skin, making it more susceptible to irritation and damage. Instead of applying lemon (active lemon juice) directly on your face, you can mix lemon juice to drink every day to help the skin strengthen its antioxidant capacity.
If acne caused by clogged pores on the face is too severe, you should consider visiting and treating acne under the guidance of a dermatologist. You can also combine the ways to unclog pores above to support more effective acne treatment. However, you should consult a dermatologist before using these remedies to see if the above treatment is right for your skin.
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