Blackhead Remedies: Open and Closed Blackheads (Comedones)
Blackheads (comedones) are clogged pores in which sebum and dead skin cells collect. They develop when a layer of keratin forms at the pore opening and sebum can no longer drain away. Typical triggers are hormones, predisposition and overly rich skincare.
- Open blackheads: The pore is open, the sebum oxidises and appears as a black dot.
- Closed blackheads (whiteheads): A thin layer of skin covers the pore, visible as a small, light-coloured bump.
- T-zone: Blackheads appear mainly on the nose, forehead and chin, where there are particularly many sebaceous glands.
- Blackheads and acne: If a blackhead becomes inflamed, it can turn into a pimple. You will find care for inflamed blemishes under Blemished Skin & Acne.
Facial Cleansing for Blackheads: Cleanser & Tonic
Daily facial cleansing for blackheads is the foundation. Instead of a drying face wash gel or a harsh cleansing lotion for blackheads, it is best to use a mild cleanser that does not irritate the skin further. Deep Skin Cleanser is a mild, soap-free facial cleanser for blackheads that removes excess sebum deep in the pores without attacking the acid mantle. The alcohol-free Deep Skin Tonic with sea salt refreshes the skin and prepares it for your skincare.
Mask for Blackheads & Exfoliating Effect
Desincrusting Mask is our mask for blackheads with kaolin and barley wax. As a face mask for blackheads, it absorbs excess sebum and clears clogged pores. It is suitable for oily skin and skin with enlarged pores. This makes the blackhead mask a gentle mask for removing blackheads – without any squeezing.
Looking for an exfoliator for blackheads? On non-sensitive skin, Desincrusting Mask can be rubbed off dry after the application time, giving a mild exfoliating effect. On sensitive skin, simply remove it with water.
Cream for Blackheads & Comedones: Light & Non-Greasy
A good cream for blackheads and comedones nourishes the skin without clogging the pores again.
- Skin Balancer: Non-greasy blackhead cream for day and night, specially formulated for restless, blemish-prone skin.
- Revitam A: Balancing care with retinyl palmitate and allantoin.
- Linimed L: Light emulsion for blemish-prone skin.
- Phytamille: Soothing support when the skin is also red.
Ingredients in Our Blackhead Remedies
- Kaolin & barley wax: can absorb excess sebum (Desincrusting Mask)
- Retinyl palmitate: a mild form of vitamin A that can support skin renewal (Skin Balancer, Revitam A) → Retinol collection
- Sea salt: refreshes the skin in the alcohol-free tonic
- Soap-free cleansing: removes sebum without drying out the skin
Your Routine for Blackheads
- Cleanse with Deep Skin Cleanser
- Clarify with Deep Skin Tonic
- Care with Skin Balancer or Revitam A
- 1 to 2 times a week: Desincrusting Mask
Not sure what suits your skin? → Go to the skin analysis
