Red pimples, whiteheads, blackheads: how to treat them?

WHAT IS A WHITE DOT?

The facial pimples known as "whiteheads" are closed comedones (or microcysts). These small pimples appear when the sebum secreted by the sebaceous glands can no longer flow normally due to an excessive proliferation of cells (keratinocytes) on the surface.

This excess of lipids and keratin eventually accumulates in the hair follicle, causing dilation of the pilosebaceous canal and the sebaceous gland. After a few months, this gives rise to a tiny "sac" of impurities, resulting in a grainy-looking skin.

WHAT ARE THE SOLUTIONS FOR WHITE SPOTS?

Prevent hyperkeratinization once a week with an enzymatic exfoliation. Formulated with hibiscus flower acid, our peel gently removes dead skin cells.
If a whitehead has developed, apply our targeted purifying treatment locally. Its concentration of tea tree essential oil helps to quickly eliminate blemishes.

HOW TO RECOGNIZE A BLACKHEAD?

A blackhead is the most benign type of facial pimple. It is an open comedo. In other words, it is simply a closed comedo that has managed to force its way through the excretory canal: instead of being under your skin, it is on the surface.

Typical of oily skin, it appears when a skin pore is clogged with sebum and dead skin cells. You'll easily recognize it by its grayish color. This color is due to the oxidation of lipids upon contact with air, as well as their melanin content.

HOW TO GET RID OF BLACKHEADS?

Opt for non-comedogenic moisturizing products. In the morning, the purifying emulsified gel day cream with wild pansy helps reduce sebum production.
Apply the purifying green clay mask once or twice a week. The clay unclogs pores and supports skin detoxification.
Turn to astringent skincare to tighten your enlarged pores. Our experts recommend the Purifying Hydrosol Toner . Use it in the morning to awaken your skin and in the evening to prepare it for further treatments.

Our article which deals with solutions against blackheads allows you to go further.

WHAT CAUSES THE PAPULA?

If you can't resist the urge to touch and squeeze your blackheads, they may turn into small red bumps on your face: papules. This development is due to the action of the bacteria involved in acne: Propionibacterium acnes.

The resulting inflammation forms a lump under the skin, which may be hard and painful to the touch. If left untreated, it can develop into a nodule. In women, the appearance of this type of red pimple on the face is often linked to hormones (menstruation, pregnancy acne).

WHAT SKINCARE ROUTINE SHOULD I ADOPT AGAINST RED SPOTS?

Don't touch your papules. This is essential to prevent infection. Your facial pimples will eventually dry out and disappear on their own after a few days without leaving scars.
To speed up the process, incorporate anti-inflammatory active ingredients into your skincare routine. Our targeted blemish treatment contains petitgrain bigarade, which helps reduce puffiness and diminish redness. Enhance the effectiveness of your routine with a soothing serum.