Whiteheads Remedies

Effective Whiteheads Treatment For Your Skin

Posted on November 6, 2011 by skincare

Welcome to our skin care site where you will find home remedies, product reviews and information about skin care treatments. If you have problems with your skin, suffer from acne, whiteheads, scarring and related problems, you can find effective solutions here!

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For those looking for the most effective whiteheads treatments, start by looking at products available to you over the counter. Many people can find relief from these because they often work very well and avoid the necessity for prescription medications.

These products work effectively because they help to cleanse the pores and help to reduce the amount of bacteria present in them.

By doing this, they work effectively to clear whiteheads and other blemishes and they are often far less expensive than other treatment options.

It is important to consider all of the choices available when choosing – but there are a few things to look for when selecting a product.

First, be sure your skin is in good health. This can be achieved by using an over the counter, mild cleanser each day. You want the cleanser you choose, to remove as much of the oil and bacteria from the skin as possible. It should have antibacterial qualities but the thing that is absolutely crucial is, it must be mild. Do not use any type of product that is harsh on your skin because excessive drying of the skin’s oils can lead to more problems and damaging the skin surface can cause inflammation, infection and further blemishes.

What To Look For In Whitehead Treatment Products

When choosing any type of skin care product, look at the label. Many products have gimmicks to convince you to buy them, but those that work have active ingredients that are proven to work effectively across a range of skin types and blemishes. A good place to start is to look for a product that contains benzoyl peroxide. This ingredient is found in many types of creams and lotions for acne control. It will kill most types of bacteria that cause whiteheads to develop. Benzoyl peroxide is an effective whiteheads treatment. For more information about the range of acne treatments available, visit the BMJ website.

Other ingredients to look for in any acne treatment include sulfur, resorcinol and salicylic acid. Each of these products work very well at improving the health of the skin. When looking for a product, it is helpful to get some information from other people who have used a particular brand or product type. If you do not have someone who can give you a personal recommendation, you can find reviews and other information about them online. This can help to narrow down your search for a product that will suit your skin type and the specific problems that you have. It is essential that you get rid of the acne bacteria that builds on the skin and clogs your pores.

In some situations, the over the counter product options listed here will not work or will only work partially with limited results. If your condition is significant or severe or you have not found a remedy by treating your skin yourself, head in to see your dermatologist.

This can seem a bit of a scary step to take but what consulting a professional can do, is provide you with access to someone who will work closely with you to understand the underlying cause of the acne and offer solutions for its treatment. Generally, a dermatologist treatment prescription may include topical and oral medications that are more potent than over the counter treatments. In some cases, adjustments to hormone levels may be important in order to start clearing the problem. Your dermatologist will recommend the right type of treatment for you after discussing all the options.

Getting Treatment That Is Effective For Your Skin

What works for you is likely to be different from the most effective treatment for someone else. The skin’s makeup, the cause of the development of the acne and the way your skin reacts to various treatment options all play a role in the overall effectiveness of any method used. The good news is that there are products that work very well at curbing the development of these sometimes painful and unsightly blemishes on the skin. Remember that a dermatologist is there to help you and can really help you to find a treatment for your whiteheads if the problem worsens or if you are not getting success treating your skin yourself.

Think Twice Before Undergoing Laser Hair Removal

Posted on January 10, 2013 by skincare

Laser hair removal is a process in which a laser is used to remove unwanted hair on a specific area of the body. The procedure may seem appealing to some women or even men who are tired of the shaving or waxing routine, but the procedure might not be as glamorous as it first seems, and might have unexpected side effects such as breakouts of acne whiteheads in the area treated – it could even be dangerous!

Is Laser Hair Removal Worth The Money?

hair removal using laser at a professional salon

Before you consider laser treatment for hair removal, consider the pros and cons very carefully

In the procedure, a laser beam goes through the skin and singles out each hair follicle, and the heat of the laser damages the follicle and keeps it from growing back. While this sounds quick and simple, one has to wonder: is it really as permanent as advertised, and is it worth your money in the end? It’s important for those considering laser hair removal to do some heavy research before committing to a procedure.

The Hair Removal Is Not Permanent
The truth is laser hair removal isn’t guaranteed to be permanent, the hot laser will definitely damage the follicle and may slow the growth of your hair, but in order to extend the amount of time it takes for hair to grow back, you’ll need more than one treatment. Sometimes hair grows back eventually lighter or thinner – but it’s important to not expect smooth, soft, hairless skin for the rest of your life after one session. What is also failed to be mentioned is that the lasers are only attracted to dark hair, therefore only working on dark hair, so if your body hair is fair, you will most likely not see much for results. Continue reading →

5 Skin Care Tips That Help You Look Young and Attractive

Posted on November 4, 2012 by skincare

In this guest post, author Jo Harris shares her five favorite skin care tips that should help to keep your skin looking great!

Top Skin Care Tips For Younger Looking Skin

Wear sunscreen daily
Extended exposure to the sun causes a host or problems, not the least of which is premature aging. Sun-damaged skin often looks leathery, wrinkly, spotted and otherwise unattractive. Daily use of a cream or lotion with at least SPF 30 will help ward off the sun’s harmful UV (ultraviolet) rays and keep your skin looking healthy and young.
Use moisturizer daily
Moisturizers hydrate your skin and keep it smooth and supple, minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. Opt for one that performs multiple tasks for maximum benefit. A moisturizer with Alpha-Hydroxy Acids will keep your pores clean and eliminate dead cells. Moisturizers rich in antioxidant Vitamins C and E provide excellent protection from free radicals while improving skin texture and firmness.
Eat a healthy diet
Eating a healthy diet containing foods rich in antioxidants and zinc is a powerful way to boost healthy skin naturally, from the inside out. Blueberries, for example, are potent antioxidants that fight free radicals. Not only can they prevent aging, they can reverse it! Foods high in zinc, a vital trace mineral, help repair tissues and cleanse the body to keep skin free from impurities. Drinking water is also essential, as it flushes out toxins, clarifying skin in the process.

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How To Care For Oily Skin

Posted on September 12, 2012 by skincare

Oily skin is often characterised as being shiny with the sebum produced by the oil producing glands in the pores, and with enlarged, open pores which have been stretched by the accumulation of oil within them.

People with oily skin are more likely to suffer with blackheads and whiteheads as a result of having clogged pores.

What Makes Skin Oily?

There are many reasons why your skin might be oily. Hormonal changes, either in our teenage years, or for women, before periods can often trigger the skin to become more oily – as can living in a more humid climate.

use gentle products on oily skin However, the fact that many people with oily skin are surprised about is that they could actually be causing their own problem but using products that are too harsh, stripping the oils from the skin’s surface and causing the oil producing glands to go into ‘overdrive’, trying to correct the drying out of the skin!

Caring for oily skin is therefore a bit of a balancing act between effectively reducing the production of oil without over-stripping it from the skin and ensuring that pores are kept clean and clear so that they do not become clogged, causing blackheads, whiteheads and the large, open pores that occur as a result of stretching. Continue reading →

Skin Care Ingredients – What Does It All Mean?

Posted on August 26, 2012 by skincare

If you have oily skin or have problems with blemishes such as whiteheads, blackheads and pimples, taking extra care when choosing your skin care products can really pay dividends. Knowing the right ingredients to look for can help to ensure that you buy a product that is going to be really effective and can often save you money too.

In this article, we provide a glossary of the most common names you will find on the labelling for skincare products – let’s take a look behind the long names and the jargon and find out what skin care ingredients do.

Commonly Found Skincare Product Ingredients

Learning about effective skin care product ingredients can save you time and money

Alpha Hydroxy Acids
These act as exfoliants for your skin, helping to slough off those dead skin cells revealing younger looking skin beneath. The beauty of using products containing alpha hydroxyl acids (or AHAs as they are often called) is that there is no abrasive mechanical action needed to exfoliate your skin which can be useful for sensitive skins and exfoliating treatments for the delicate under eye area often include AHAs for this reason. Pictured (right) is Naseberry Eye Exfoliant, an organic product, packed full of goodies for the delicate skin of the eye area – and our favorite product for the job!
Antioxidants
Antioxidants work by neutralising free radicals which destroy skin cells. Even if you do not see the word antioxidant on the labelling, ingredients such as vitamins A, C and E and green tea have an anti-oxidant action in skin care products.

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Conquer Acne: 9 Things To Know Before You Tackle Acne

Posted on August 11, 2012 by skincare

Are you over the age of 18 and are disappointed that you still have acne? Or perhaps you never struggled with acne as a teenager and now that you’re a full grown adult, it strikes you now, leaving you feeling baffled and frustrated.

Regardless of your personal situation with acne, it is no rare thing to have acne at any age.

Although acne is more common among adolescents, it also affects 50% of women and 25% of grown men.

Check out this infographic to discover what poor skin care habits could be exacerbating your acne.

Acne-stricken consumers spend over 1.4 billion dollars on acne treatment every year in attempt to get rid of their acne once and for all. If you are one of those consumers, perhaps you are discouraged that you have not yet encountered a cure in a jar. Unfortunately, there is no cure for acne, but there are effective treatments on the market to keep it under control. However you as the acne sufferer also play a large role in preventing the breakouts from getting worse. Our infographic will help you to discover – and remedy the poor skin care habits that are making your acne problem worse.

Want more information to help you conquer Acne?

Find out how you should be washing your face – a helpful article with useful tips!

Find out what ingredients to look for in skin care products for Acne in our guide.

Save money on your skin care regime by using some of our home remedies for whiteheads and other acne blemishes – you will find some great tips here.

Check out more great acne treatment information from Mario Badescu Skin Care.

Ingredients to Look for in Anti-Acne Skincare Products

Posted on August 6, 2012 by skincare

Acne skincare products can be overwhelming. From drugstore options to luxury brands to celebrity-endorsed products to new, supposed “breakthrough” launches, the market is seemingly oversaturated with what feels like too many options. Finding what works best for you, be it a spot treatment or an entirely new regimen, is no easy feat. It takes patience and time: a fair amount of trial and error will be involved for positive, long-term results to be seen.

There is no easy way to find the miracle worker (no such thing exists anyway), but there is a means to narrowing your search. Always read the label: the key lies in the active ingredients. Acquainting yourself with what each main ingredient is and does is fundamental to the search for the right cleanser, toner, moisturizer and spot treatments.

Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid are the first to come to mind given that they are the ingredients most commonly associated with anti-acne products. The two are often put head to head in a Benzoyl Peroxide vs. Salicylic Acid type of situation, when in reality, there isn’t one that is “better” than the other. These are two differentingredients that happen to help treat acne; the one you choose is simply a matter of which works better with your skin.

Always read the label when choosing anti-acne products and look for the key active ingredients

Look For These Active Ingredients

Benzoyl Peroxide is an antibacterial ingredient that penetrates deeply into the pores to kill the bacteria that causes acne. Although concentration may amount up to 10%, research shows 2.5% concentrations are just as effective without being as stripping on the skin as a stronger formula would be. Even so, it is more than likely the skin will experience dryness. Always work your way upwards in strength, keeping in mind that gentle can be effective, and achieving good skin takes both patience and diligence. Over-drying the skin will only further irritate the skin and cause more breakouts.

Salicylic Acid’s gentler nature has made it the preferred ingredient in anti-acne products as of late. While it may still cause mild dryness in some skin types, it is far less stripping when compared to Benzoyl Peroxide. Salicylic Acid is a beta hydroxy acid that promotes cell turnover; it works to gently dissolve away dead skin cells, dirt, oil and any other residual buildup as a traditional exfoliant would sans the graininess. Blackheads, whiteheads and blemishes are reduced to decrease chances of inflammation for a clearer complexion.

The latest foray in ingredients popular in acne treatment is Glycolic Acid, an Alpha Hydroxy Acid derived from sugar cane. Like Salicylic Acid, it helps refresh, stimulate and exfoliate to promote cell turnover and decongest the skin. Standout properties include the ability to improve texture, fine lines and discoloration to brighten overall complexion, making Glycolic Acid a go-to ingredient for individuals with acne scarring or hyperpigmentation. Continue reading →

How to Naturally Clear Away Acne

Posted on July 30, 2012 by skincare

You have a job interview tomorrow morning and a date in the evening. As part of your preparations, you drop by the supermarket to get a new toothbrush and your favorite soap, shampoo, and mouthwash. You go for a night jog and pick up your dress or suit from the dry cleaners. You head home, have dinner, polish your shoes, and hit the sack early. You wake up before the sun rises so you’ll have plenty of time to prepare.

A zit or pimple on the nose is exactly what you don’t want to find on the morning of a job interview or important date!

The first thing you do is to go the bathroom to wash your face. To your horror, you see a new, angry zit staring right back at you!

The excitement is replaced by panic. It’s possible to reschedule the interview but you don’t want to cancel the date. You feel like you’re a teenager again because acne has once again dealt a blow to your confidence and self-esteem, and ruined what could have been a very good day for you.

Acne is a common skin condition that causes pimples or zits (blackheads or whiteheads) as well as hard, painful cysts. It can appear not just on your face but also on your back, chest, neck, and shoulders.

The condition tends to be hereditary and can be triggered by hormonal changes, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, stress, the use of certain personal care products, or if you take certain drugs like birth control pills and steroids. Whatever the cause, acne is a burdensome condition and can take a lot out of your social life because it makes you feel embarrassed and more self-conscious.

Beware of the Dangers of Acne Medication

Dermatologists usually recommend either oral or topical treatments for pimples. Antibiotics like doxycycline, erythromycin, and minocycline are used to reduce bacteria and inflammation. However, antibiotics are not effective against acne and often do more harm than good because they also kill the beneficial bacteria in your body and can cause harmful side effects. Doxycycline is associated with decreased appetite, diarrhea, photosensitivity, and vomiting. Erythromycin can cause dizziness, headaches, upset stomach, and vaginal itching. Minocycline may cause hearing problems, lightheadedness, and rectal/vaginal itching.

The oral medication Accutane was developed to help reduce oil secretions in the skin and hasten the skin renewal process. However, Accutane can cause bleeding or swollen gums, hair loss, high cholesterol, psychological symptoms (like depression, psychosis, and suicidal tendencies), severe birth defects, skin discoloration and peeling, and slower wound healing. Accutane users often experience an acne relapse. But even if it were effective, would you risk experiencing any of these symptoms? Continue reading →

Beautiful Skin From the Inside Out

Posted on July 12, 2012 by skincare

Healthy, radiant skin does not have to be expensive. All too often, we find ourselves looking in the mirror, wishing for flawless skin, purchasing pricey treatments and never seeing positive results.

As a country, we spend billions of dollars each year on products, hoping to achieve a beautiful look. If one product doesn’t do the trick, we upgrade. We spend more money and more time, trying products that never provide us with the beautiful skin we want to be seen in.

Making some simple lifestyle changes could make all the difference to the health of your skin.

What if some simple lifestyle changes were all you needed to feel comfortable in your skin? Paying better attention to what you eat and spending your time exercising will allow your skin to shine. Simple dietary and routine adjustments are affordable ways to achieve beautiful skin from the inside out.

Our skin thrives on natural sources of vitamins and minerals. It also thrives from a good workout. Knowing these two ideas are true, you can only come to one conclusion; a healthy diet and regular exercise leads to positive changes in your skin’s appearance, without the huge price tag.

For further reading, we recommend “The Healthy Skin Diet” pictured above
Click the image for more information or click here to view more books on this topic

What Not to Eat
Junk food, packaged foods and fatty foods should all be avoided when riding on the train to “beautiful skin city”. Foods that are high in sugar, salt and fat will fill you up, but leave you empty of some essential nutrients. If you don’t give your body what it needs, not even the most expensive products can tackle your complexion ailments. Consuming too much unhealthy food can lead to increased chance for allergies or other skin ailments. Skin can become red and itchy, swollen and uncomfortable, which is not at all how we want our skin to look and feel. Staying away from junk foods will help improve matters immediately. Continue reading →

Tretinoin, (Retin-A) An Effective Treatment For Comedones

Posted on June 21, 2012 by skincare

Tretinoin or Retin-A as it is also referred to, is a very effective treatment for both open comedones (blackheads) and closed comedones (whiteheads).

It works because the molecules of vitamin A are so tiny that they can penetrate down into the lower layers of your skin.

Surprisingly, for a product which is so effective at treating acne that might be thought of as a problem particularly affecting younger people, it is also approved for use in treating signs of skin-aging by the FDA.

Tretinoin could help with blackheads and whiteheads and may also help with fine lines and wrinkles.

Tretinoin will help to even out skin tone, effectively treating those mottled pigments that affect aging skin as well as improving skin texture and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

So, if you are a sufferer from adult acne, this product could have the double benefit for you of not only treating your blackheads and whiteheads, but also making your skin look more radiant and more youthful too!

Applied to your skin, this product works by speeding up the turnover of skin cells at the surface and revealing the fresher, younger skin cells below. Unfortunately, this does not come without some side effects and many people experience sensitivity and skin flaking and in some cases irritation ranging from mild to quite severe during the first few weeks of use.

Tretinoin is a really popular product on Amazon that is currently available at a big discount. Many reviewers praise it, not only for its effectiveness, but also for the fact that buying via Amazon saves them a lot of money over getting a prescription product. You do need to be careful though as the product comes in different strengths. 0.025%, 0.05% and 0.1%. For the first time user, or for on the face, it is better to start with a lower strength to avoid side effects. So even though Amazon is a great place to buy at a really low price, check carefully that the product you are buying is the strength you want. The product illustrated is the 0.1% strength. Obagi make a cream that gets excellent reviews and which is lower strength. If you have bought a product that is too strong for your skin, you can mix it with moisturizer to make it less potent. Continue reading →

Simple, Effective Home Facial For Teenage Skin

Posted on June 13, 2012 by skincare

If you are a teenager with oily skin, prone to acne breakouts, blackheads and whiteheads, the chances are that you are looking for the best way to remedy the problem without spending a lot of money. Dermatologist and beautician treatments are effective and make a wonderful treat. To be really effective, they need to be used regularly which may be out of your price range at this time in your life.

In this article we are going to look at how to give yourself a simple, but effective facial at home and improve your skin, whatever your skin type.

If you were to go to a dermatologist or beautician to get a facial treatment, the chances are that only very mild ingredients and products would be used on your skin. If you want to give yourself a facial at home, this works in your favour as all the ingredients you will need are readily available. So, set aside a little time to pamper yourself and we will look at the steps required to give yourself a salon-quality facial at home and leave your skin looking and feeling much better!

Before we start, be sure you know your skin type.

Because you are looking for a facial to improve acne blemishes and breakouts, I am assuming that it is unlikely that you have dry skin. However, your skin may be oily, combination or sensitive. Let’s take a look at the implications.

It is important to know your skin type before embarking on a home facial

If your skin is oily, be sure to use oil-free, non-comedogenic products that are especially designed for oily skin. Look for facial masks that are clay-based as these will help to blot up the excess oil. Even if your skin is really oily, do not skip the moisturizer part as ensuring your skin is properly moisturized with an effective oil-free moisturizer stops the sebaceous glands from overcompensating for the removal of the excess oil from your skin by making even more – this is where a lot of people go wrong and end up making their problems worse! Continue reading →