I have blackheads

Blackheads are the visible part of excess sebum. Produced by sebaceous glands, sebum is an oily substance meant to lubricate the skin. When the pores are blocked or too much sebum is produced, blackheads form. There are two types of blackheads :

• Comedones linked to acne are caused by excessive sebum production. A blackhead appears when a saturated pore enlarges and opens, leading to sebum oxidation and its characteristic dark color. Closed comedones, or whiteheads, occur when the pore remains completely blocked.
• Environmental blackheads are caused by skin clogged with pollution, heavy makeup, or various impurities. Enlarged pores trap these particles, causing blackheads to form.

Blackheads affect many people. While not painful, they can dull the complexion.

Blackheads have multiple causes. They appear on areas of the body rich in sebaceous glands, primarily the face and T-zone (nose, forehead, chin), but also on the arms, back, neck, and chest.

Hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, or menopause promote their development by increasing sebum production, which leads to comedones. Poor lifestyle habits such as lack of sleep, UV exposure, and a diet high in fats and sugars can also aggravate the condition. Comedogenic cosmetic products can contribute as well.

Dr. Aimé offers various aesthetic medicine treatments to improve your skin and eliminate blackheads. She works with you to determine the methods best suited to your needs.

• Hydrafacial Treatment
  The Hydrafacial is the only treatment that deeply cleanses the skin. It combines two processes: exfoliation and the suctioning of impurities. This technique is enhanced by the application of boosters that stimulate and hydrate the dermis, preventing excessive sebum production and effectively tightening the pores.
• Chemical Peels
  Peels involve applying a chemical solution that acts depending on the active ingredients used. It deeply cleanses the skin and regulates sebum production. Peels stimulate collagen production, the molecules responsible for skin elasticity. Pores are unclogged and tightened, and the complexion is more even.
• Fractional Laser
  Laser treatment involves applying a light beam to the skin’s surface. The thermal energy stimulates fibroblasts, which produce collagen. This process promotes skin regeneration, restoring elasticity and firmness. Pores are tightened as a result.
• Microneedling Skin Pen
  Microneedling Skin Pen is an aesthetic medicine technique that uses tiny perforations on the skin’s surface. This method also stimulates collagen production. It helps to shrink enlarged pores, reduce blackheads, correct skin imperfections, and even out the complexion.

The treatments offered by Dr. Aimé ensure deep cleansing of the skin. Freed from bothersome blackheads, your skin will regain its glow and vitality. With a proper skincare routine and products suited to your skin type, like the Zo Skin Health dermocosmetics, you’ll enjoy the long-lasting benefits of these treatments.