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Blackheads
Blackheads
are a combination
of oils, sebum and cellular fragments that produce firm to hard plugs within
hair follicles. Blackheads are open to the skin's surface and become
darkened at the surface by exposure to oxygen (oxidation). They are called
open comedones (or comedo, singular). When bacteria is added to these
plugs, the condition can lead to acne.
Blackheads are promoted by excessive cellular exfoliation, which quickly
clog or block the follicles. Some skin specialists believe individuals with
frequent and multiple blackheads and/or whiteheads produce sebum that is
drier than normal and conducive to forming firm plugs. Sebum contributes to
skin oils and people with dry sebum may have dry skin,
but people with oily skin can also produce dry sebum which promotes plugs.
The
sebaceous glands normally produce sebum with linoleic acid, an essential
fatty acid. This type of sebum has a liquid viscosity. It is calming to
the skin and does not promote follicular irritation that leads to plugs.
When linoleic acid is not available, the sebaceous glands produce sebum with
oleic acid. This oleic form of sebum is irritating to the skin and promotes
plugs. Oleic sebum is much firmer than linoleic sebum and is prone to
producing hard plugs rather than flowing out of the follicle. This causes
blackheads and whiteheads and both of these conditions may lead to acne
infections.
Skintactix Blackhead Dissolver dissolves blackheads in about
three weeks. It is a very unique product, made from natural plant extracts
(25% of today's pharmaceutical drugs are still derived directly from plant
extracts and another 20% are synthetic copies of plant extracts). The
Dissolver contains extracts that reduce excessive cellular production and
shrink tissues to keep follicles open. Some of these same extracts are used
for the treatment of psoriasis, eczema, dandruff and similar conditions of
excessive cellular proliferation. Some of the extracts are able to soften
and break down lipids, like the dry sebum that form the plugs. Other
extracts down-regulate the production of dihydrotestosterone, that
stimulates the production of sebum.
As
Blackhead Dissolver softens and dissolves comedones or milia, it is
important the skin does not become dry or dehydrated for long periods of
time. This allows the plugs to harden again and is counter-productive to
treatment. People with dry skin should use a moisturizer to prevent the
skin from becoming dry.
The
initial treatment phase is 2 - 4 weeks and during this time the dissolver
must be used twice daily, following cleansing. Blackheads dissolve in 2 - 3
weeks. Apply a small amount of the Dissolver, immediately following
cleansing, with a finger and do not use cotton or gauze. Rub it into the
skin lightly to assist penetration into the follicles. After the blackheads
have dissolved, the Dissolver must be used once daily or once every other
day, following cleansing, to maintain the results.
During
the second or third week of treatment it may appear there are more
blackheads. This is because the products are softening multiple plugs
and bringing them to the surface, where they are more visible. The
products are resolving the majority of these developing plugs all at one
time and more blackheads (and developing blackheads) are visible. Do not be concerned if this happens.
Whiteheads dissolve in 3 - 4 weeks. Whiteheads may develop into blackheads
during the third to fourth weeks as the sebum plug is exposed to oxygen.
Following the initial treatment phase, the Dissolver must be used once daily
or once every other day, following cleansing, to maintain the results. It
is important to address treatment of whiteheads as these plugs can develop
into cystic acne which can be painful and disfiguring.
The
Blackhead Dissolver works very effectively in combination with the other Skintactix acne products. The Dissolver should be the first item used following
cleansing and then other acne products or skin care products would be
applied.
Salicylic acid and benzyl peroxide (frequently used in blackhead
treatments) can be counter-productive to softening and dissolving blackheads
as they can dehydrate dry, normal and combination skin. Antibacterial
Cleanser and Septicide Cleanser do not strip the skin
of lipids and do not dehydrate the skin. They effectively cleanse and
reduce bacteria to inhibit the development of acne infections. Glycolic
Exfoliator is also somewhat useful in helping to dissolve
blackheads.
People
with large numbers of whiteheads may have an inability to digest or absorb
linoleic acid, which leads to sebum produced with an oleic acid form of
sebum. Please read the Acne & Essential Fatty Acids page for
additional information on this subject.
Special Value
Kits for Treatment of Blackheads and Whiteheads:

Kit B1:
For Normal, Combination or Oily Skin (Antibacterial Cleanser, Blackhead
Dissolver) (Retail $32) Kit Price $25.95


Kit B2: For Dry Skin (Septicide Cleanser, Blackhead Dissolver,
Treatment Moisturizer) (Retail $46) Kit Price $35.95

Daily
Treatment Routines:
Blackheads & Whiteheads - Normal, Combination or Oily
Skin
AM
Antibacterial Cleanser – Apply to damp face, work into lather, rinse off
Blackhead Dissolver
– Apply amply following cleansing, lightly rub in, leave on
Other skin care products –
Apply as usual
Note: When using Dissolver with other products always use Dissolver as
the first item after cleansing.
PM Antibacterial Cleanser – Apply to damp face, work
into lather, rinse off
Blackhead Dissolver
– Apply amply following cleansing, lightly rub in, leave on
Other skin care products -
Apply as usual
Note: When using Dissolver with other products always use Dissolver as
the first item after cleansing.
Note: Use Dissolver twice daily until blackheads disappear, in about
2-3 weeks, or until
whiteheads disappear, in about
3-4 weeks. Then use once daily to maintain results.
Do NOT let treated skin become dry or plugs will harden again and not
dissolve.
Blackheads & Whiteheads - Dry Skin
AM Septicide
Cleanser – Apply to damp face, work into lather, rinse off
Blackhead Dissolver
– Apply amply following cleansing, lightly rub in, leave on
Treatment Moisturizer - Apply
as needed
Other skin care products –
Apply as usual
PM Antibacterial Cleanser – Apply to damp face, work
into lather, rinse off
Blackhead Dissolver
– Apply amply following cleansing, lightly rub in, leave on
Treatment Moisturizer - Apply
as needed
Other skin care products –
Apply as usual
Note: When using Dissolver with other products always use Dissolver as
the first item after cleansing.
Note: Use Dissolver twice daily until blackheads disappear, in about
2-3 weeks, or until
whiteheads disappear, in about
3-4 weeks. Then use once daily to maintain results.
Do NOT let treated skin become dry or plugs will harden again and not
dissolve.
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