Blackheads on the nose and chin are one of the most frustrating issues for oily and combination skin, especially in hot weather. And the problem is you remove them by hand and they're back a few days later. The secret isn't removing them — it's stopping them from forming.
What are blackheads?
A pore gets clogged with a mix of the skin's natural oil and dead skin. When that mix is exposed to air, it darkens — so you see a black dot. The colour isn't dirt; it's oxidised oil.
Blackheads or sebaceous filaments?
Light grey dots spread evenly across the nose are usually sebaceous filaments, which everyone has. They don't disappear completely but look smaller when oil is under control. Blackheads are darker, more visible and more clogged.
The solution: salicylic acid
Salicylic acid is oil-soluble, so it can get inside the pore, clean it and help dissolve the plug that forms a blackhead. Lev`N's CLARITY Salicylic Acid 2% serum is supported with tea tree hydrosol, vitamin B5 and allantoin.
How to use it
- At night only, 2–3 times a week.
- Cleanse, then wait until your face is completely dry.
- 2–3 drops on the nose, chin and T-zone.
- Follow with a light moisturizer.
- Next morning: sunscreen.
Plus niacinamide for oil
Excess oil is what feeds blackheads. BALANCE Niacinamide 10% in the morning helps regulate oil and reduce the look of pores.
Mistakes that make blackheads worse
- Squeezing with nails: damages the skin, enlarges pores and leaves marks.
- Heavy use of nose strips: can irritate the skin and doesn't stop them coming back.
- Exfoliating every day: the skin responds by producing more oil.
- Heavy creams on the T-zone: choose a light moisturizer.
When will I see results?
With regular use, texture and blackheads improve gradually — give it 4–6 weeks before judging.
FAQ
Is salicylic acid suitable for sensitive skin? No — it's not suitable for dry or sensitive skin, or if you're allergic to aspirin, and it's not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Can I use it every day for faster results? No, 2–3 times a week is enough. More often irritates the skin.
Read also: Salicylic acid serum for acne and Oily skin routine for Egypt's climate.
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