The 101 on Whiteheads
Whiteheads are pores that stay closed at the surface of the skin, blocked by dead skin cells and excess sebum. It is a type of acne that can appear anywhere in the body. Yup, even on your chest, shoulders, arms, and back. Pesky as they can be, they are definitely a sign of your body trying to get rid of any bacteria or infection. Below, you’ll find a guide on what causes whiteheads and how you can get rid of it.
What causes whiteheads?
Knowing what causes whiteheads and any other types of acne can help prevent future breakouts. Certain life stages, particularly puberty, pregnancy, menstruation, and menopause can increase the amount of sebum pores produce. Studies have also proven that genetics play a role in the formation of acne. If someone in your family suffered from it, you are most likely to have it too.
So, how do you get rid of them?
Getting rid of whiteheads or any other type of acne lies in a combination of lifestyle and nutritional changes. Below, we listed ways to get rid of whiteheads.
Lifestyle Changes
- Check if your makeup is free from pore clogging ingredients
If you have a breakout, the natural urge with it is to cover it up with makeup, which isn’t a bad thing! But if you’re using thick, creamy, fragrance-loaded, comedogenic makeup then that is where the problem lies. Heavy makeup aggravates already existing breakouts and can trigger more. So keep it light, oil-free, and clean.
- Exercise regularly
Dedicate at least 30 minutes in your daily schedule for exercise. It has been proven that exercise reduces stress and cortisol levels in the blood which consecutively reduces the production of sebum.
Dietary Changes
- Yes to fruits and leafy greens
Incorporate more leafy green veggies like spinach, kale, and romaine lettuce into your diet. They are loaded with B Vitamins and Vitamin E which boosts overall skin health and calms down inflammation caused by free radicals. For dessert, pick up some raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries that are packed with phytonutrients which prevent sebum from oxidizing.
- Cut down on sugary drinks, drink plenty of water instead.
Increasing water intake boosts the blood flow throughout the skin, making it easier to flush out any internal toxins from your system, ultimately clearing out the complexion.
Medical Remedies
- Treat it from within
If topical treatments don’t work, try treating it with Lactoferrin + d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate + Zinc (Lactezin)! Lactezin is an over-the-counter drug powered by Lactoferrin, Vitamin E, and Zinc which all help treat different kinds of acne problems including whiteheads.
Lactoferrin + d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate + Zinc is the generic name of Lactezin. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
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SOURCES:
https://diyremedies.org/whiteheads/
https://www.healthline.com/symptom/white-heads
