How to Get Rid of Blackheads? | Uncover Tips | NIVEA

Discover the causes of blackheads, learn effective prevention strategies, and explore targeted treatments to achieve clearer, healthier skin. What's in the article? Read Time: 6 minutes What are Blackheads? Causes Removal Tips Skincare Routine for Blackheads Prevention Facts Overview Summary FAQs Blackheads are tiny dark spots that appear when pores are clogged with sebum and dead skin cells. Unlike whiteheads, they remain open at the surface, causing the trapped material to oxidise and turn black. There are primarily two types of clogged pores or comedones: Open Comedones: Typical blackheads, where the clogged pore remains open, leading to oxidation and a dark appearance. Closed Comedones: Often referred to as whiteheads, these occur when the clogged pore remains closed, preventing oxidation. Common areas for blackheads include: Face: Particularly on the nose, forehead, and chin. These areas, known as the T-zone, tend to have higher concentrations of sebaceous glands, likely to presen...