Blackheads Treatment

Blackheads Treatment

Blackheads occur when hair follicles become clogged with oil and bacteria near the surface of the skin. There are several methods of blackheads treatment. Pore cleanser strips can remove blackheads.

Physicians may use a blackheads extractor to manually remove the clogs. A blackheads extractor is a small tool with a circle attached to the end. It pushes down the surrounding skin and releases the clogged material from the skin. Blackheads extractors are available for people to use at home for blackheads treatment.

Over-the-counter medication containing benzoyl peroxide can reduce the occurrence of blackheads by attacking the bacteria that can cause acne. A blackheads treatment that contains salicylic acid works to dissolve the clogs. Over-the-counter blackheads treatment can cause skin irritation and redness.

You may want to try a homeopathic blackheads treatment. To treat and prevent blackheads, make green tea with a teabag. Then, use the contents of the teabag as a facial scrub twice a week. Another homeopathic blackheads treatment is to apply a paste made from ground radish seeds and water. Always use a mild facial cleanser instead of bar soap. Scrubbing the face with a harsh soap may irritate the skin causing more acne.