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8 Signs You Need A Facial Blackhead Extraction
Blackheads are the minute, dark-coloured acne lesions on your skin that form when hair follicles become clogged with oil, dead skin cells and dirt. Although blackheads might be a familiar sight, that doesn’t mean they should stay on your face. They can be unsightly or worsen your skin condition.
Recognising when it’s time for a professional blackhead extraction facial can help you maintain a clear and healthy complexion. In this article, we’ll run through 8 telltale signs that it’s time to give your stubborn blackheads the attention they need.
Persistent Blackheads
Sometimes, blackheads can be removed with at-home facials or gentle scrubs that help exfoliate the skin and remove blackheads. However, if you find your blackheads reappearing, this may mean that they are deeper within the pores and require specialised extraction to remove these blackheads without causing irritation or further damage to the skin.
Severe Clogged Pores
When dirt, dead skin cells and excess sebum continue to build-up in the pores, you may end up with severely clogged pores. This buildup often appears as visible blackheads, whiteheads, or rough skin texture.
Severely clogged pores are usually resistant to basic cleansing routines and require deeper, professional intervention.
Acne Development
When left untreated, blackheads can turn into inflamed skin and acne development. This may be a sign that you need to clear clogged pores. If you’re already experiencing acne because of pore congestion, the Acne Express Defence Facial may be an ideal solution for you.
This 60-minute procedure is acne-focused and specially designed to clear congestion and acne from the skin. It utilises papaya enzymes to gently exfoliate the skin and promote skin renewal, and high-frequency therapy to regulate sebum production and minimise inflammation.
Skin Sensitivity
Pores clogged by blackheads can cause inflammation, which can, in turn, cause sensitive skin. Furthermore, if you’ve experienced your skin flaring up around the blackheads, it could be a sign that they are worsening your skin sensitivity. A professional facial blackhead removal can remove your skin congestions without causing further stress to the skin.
Infection or Inflammation
Blackheads that stay clogged for prolonged periods of time can trap bacteria inside, turning them into infected and painful spots. Having a professional facial blackhead extraction can treat the issue and lower your risk of the infection spreading.
Oily Skin
A persistently oily sheen on your face could be a sign of excessively oily skin. When pores are blocked by blackheads and whiteheads, it may lead to an overproduction of sebum, which can cause even further pore congestion.
Enlarged Pores
Constant build-up of blackheads can stretch out the pores, causing them to enlarge and become more visible. Regular extractions can help maintain your pores’ natural shape, and even minimise them over time.
Skin Texture Issues
If you experience noticeable texture issues or bumps beneath your skin’s surface, it may be caused by a build-up of dirt and oil within the pores.
Benefits of Facial Extraction
If you experience stubborn blackheads and deteriorating skin health, a facial extraction may be the remedy you need. Here are the benefits you need to know:
- Clearing out blackhead congestion — Professional facial extractions can access deeper layers of the skin to clear out blackheads and whiteheads compared to at-home DIY extractions.
- Preventing breakouts — Clogged pores almost always lead to breakouts. A professional extraction can cleanse the pores of excess oil and debris, preventing future acne breakouts.
- Improves product absorption — A professional facial extraction leaves your skin refreshed and cleansed, like a blank canvas. This allows for better serum or moisturiser absorption, increasing their effectiveness and allowing you to get the most out of your skincare or facial.
- Refines skin texture — Professional facial extractions can help you get rid of bumps and even-out skin texture for smoother, refined skin.
- Minimises pores — Regular facial extractions will help tighten and minimise pores through consistent cleansing.
- Enhances skin radiance — Constant blackhead build-up can cause dull skin. A proper cleansing with professional facial extractions can boost your skin’s natural glow and rejuvenate your complexion.
- Prevents future skin congestion — Regular facial extractions can help manage excess sebum production and prevent the build up of dead skin cells. This makes it easier to maintain your skin’s health and complexion in the long run and prevent future skin congestion.
- Promotes healthy blood circulation — Professional facial extractions often involve facial massages, which help promote healthy blood circulation in the face. This ensures your skin cells are nourished and rejuvenated.
Facial Blackhead Extraction in Singapore
SkinLab’s Aqua Peel Facial offers an elevated and holistic facial extraction experience by not only cleansing the skin of blackheads, but providing deep hydration and nourishment to the skin.
This pain-free 90-minute treatment utilises an advanced Aqua ST System designed to perform gentle mechanical exfoliation and enzymatic exfoliation to soften the skin and remove deep blackheads. It ends with an aqua infusion process, where the skin is infused with anti-ageing and antioxidant topicals for rejuvenated and refreshed skin.
You can achieve clear and glowy skin — all it takes is the right treatment suited to your skin condition and needs. Schedule a consultation with our professional therapists today for a comprehensive skin analysis and personalised treatment plan.