From cleansing masks to peeling nose stickers… I believe everyone has experienced the “battle” against blackheads. Over the years, the existence of blackheads and whiteheads has definitely been a very stubborn problem that has troubled many of us. Repeated efforts have not allowed us to remove them. So what new methods are there in today’s highly developed medical beauty? 
Introduction
In fact, the blackheads and whiteheads we are talking about today are both common names for oil particles in the pores , and there is no difference in essence. The oil secreted by our skin daily clogs the pores, forming a keratin plug, which is oxidized by the air to form a keratin plug. The keratin plug may be deep in the pores or exposed outside the skin. When the oil particles are not exposed in the early stage of formation, they are mostly white, which is whiteheads; when whiteheads are exposed to the air, they are oxidized to black, which forms blackheads.
Whiteheads are mainly caused by the blockage of white dot-like substances on the surface of the pores. They are commonly seen in areas with high sebum secretion such as the nose, forehead, and chin. Blackheads are hardened oil blockages. The oil in the skin cannot be discharged in time. Over time, the oil hardens and blocks the pores. They are mainly distributed on the nose and both sides. If blackheads are not cleaned for a long time, they will become larger and larger with the continuous secretion of skin oil. They are black and hard, and the pores will become larger and larger, making them more difficult to clean. 
In fact, “blackheads” and “whiteheads” are both clinical manifestations of acne (also known as pimples). When some sebum deposits in the pores are so much that we can see them with our naked eyes, they are called “whiteheads”. When the surface of these “whiteheads” is open, the accumulated sebum will be oxidized into “blackheads”. Therefore, “blackheads” are often called open comedones, and “whiteheads” are called closed comedones.
Causes
Generally speaking, blackheads and whiteheads are caused by not doing a good job of daily cleaning, which leads to the blockage of the skin’s sebaceous glands and oil secretions in the pores. Whiteheads are the evolution of blackheads. Some people only have whiteheads and not blackheads because their cleaning power is sufficient, but their oil secretion capacity is too strong.
In daily life, some of us have oily skin or some areas with strong sebum secretion, but the pores are not unobstructed, and the secretions cannot be discharged smoothly (the sebaceous glands of the hair follicles are blocked by keratinocytes). In addition, if the skin care products used in daily life are more moisturizing and the cleansing is not thorough enough, blackheads are easy to appear during the day.
Specific symptoms
● Whiteheads: Oil particles are clearly visible in the pores, and the pores are less open than blackheads. White oxidized lipid plugs are exposed, and some are yellow. They also feel like foreign bodies to the touch, but are easier to squeeze out than blackheads, and the particles are not very large. Whiteheads ≠ whitehead acne: What we often mistakenly call “whiteheads” are actually pustular acne, which also has whiteheads. It is actually pus from acne, which before it has time to burst, a small white pustule appears. Many people also call it “whiteheads”, which is actually “whitehead vermicelli”, which is not the same thing as the whiteheads and blackheads we are talking about.
● Blackheads:
The pores are open with obvious brown or black tips exposed, which gives the impression of excessive oil secretion; they also feel like a foreign body to the touch.
Generally speaking, there are three common types of blackheads:
○ True blackheads This type of blackhead is relatively large, feels a bit like a small bump, and can squeeze out the contents of the keratin plug. ○ Vellus type blackheads They often appear around the nose or in front of the ears. They feel a little prickly when touched. This type of blackhead contains something like small black hair. It may need to be treated by hair removal or photorejuvenation. However, this type of blackhead is relatively rare, accounting for less than 5% of the population. ○ Sebaceous blackheads This type of blackhead looks black in appearance, but has a smooth surface and is difficult to squeeze out. A large amount of lipids are gathered in the hair follicles. This type of blackhead has a relatively strong oil secretion and large pores. Even if it is squeezed out, it is in a thread-like and curved shape. 
Affected population
Generally speaking, blackheads and whiteheads are more serious for oily and combination skin, but people with dry or neutral skin may also have blackheads due to cleaning problems or skin care problems. Blackheads and whiteheads are easy to recur, and if cleaning is not done properly or thoroughly, a large number of people will be affected.
Treatment options
Deep skin cleansing and oil-control exfoliation are almost the best ways to remove blackheads and whiteheads. At Ai Beauty Clinic, acid brushing can clean pores and remove dead skin cells. The professional Haifeixiu trilogy + customized water light injection can be perfectly matched to achieve “one-stop” skin management of cleaning, hydrating and repairing , gradually improving skin conditions, inhibiting oil production, and refreshing and removing oil shine.
A. HYDRAFACIAL
Introduction:
HYDRAFACIAL, the clean black technology in the FACIAL industry, has passed the authoritative certification of the US FDA, EU CE and Canadian CSA. It first proposed the concept of creating healthy skin, with the “black” technology of quickly repairing the skin barrier as the core, using the exclusive patented four-in-one vacuum two-way VORTEX technology, combined with the introduction of essence ingredients, to help the skin achieve the effect of [deep cleansing + healthy nourishment]. Zero pain, zero recovery period, only 30 minutes, solve blackheads, dehydration, fine lines, sensitivity, yellowing, large pores, acne, photodamage and other skin problems from the source, and quickly restore healthy skin.
Working principle:
HYDRAFACIAL exclusive formula essence + vacuum two-way VORTEX patented technology, combined with the abrasion effect, quickly opens the skin absorption channel, penetrates deep into the base, non-invasively sucks out blackheads, whiteheads, acne and other pores, gently removes old dead skin cells, and while vacuuming the skin, it can also inject nutrients into the skin, accelerate metabolism, balance oil, and make the skin clean and transparent. It only takes 30 minutes and 3 steps, and targeted treatments can be designed for different skin types, different parts, and different needs.
process:
1. VISIA skin test: detect current skin conditions and skin problems. The data and images provide professional basis for face-to-face consultation.
2. Face-to-face consultation: Customize a personalized hyaluronic acid injection plan based on personal needs and skin conditions.
3. Preoperative preparation: remove makeup and clean the entire face.
4. Haifeixiu’s three major steps: ① Cleansing + Revitalizing ② Purifying + Rejuvenating ③ Nourishing + Repairing
5. Postoperative recovery: QDEL phototherapy mask skin care.
6. Precautions after surgery.
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Suitable for the crowd:
- All skin types that are troubled by blackheads and whiteheads;
- People with sensitive skin who have redness all year round and want to gently repair the skin barrier;
- People who want to deep clean pores and completely remove dead skin cells;
- People who want to improve their skin quality by combining it with other skin care programs;
High-end skin management, suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin. Treatment heads and essences are selected according to the different needs of different skin types. It can also be combined with photoelectric, microneedle and other skin rejuvenation projects for treatment. 
Ai Beauty HYDRAFACIAL:
B. Acid treatment
Introduction:
Acid peeling is to use a certain concentration of acid products on the skin to dissolve the oils connected to the keratin cells, promote the shedding of the aged stratum corneum, accelerate the renewal of keratin cells and a small number of upper epidermal cells, speed up the metabolism of the skin, promote the proliferation of elastic fibers in the dermis, and restore and maintain the health of the skin. It has a good effect in whitening, removing acne marks, improving pores, fine lines, removing blackheads, and treating acne and chloasma.
Working principle:
Acid peeling/fruit acid peeling can loosen the adhesions (desmosomes) between stratum corneum cells, allowing the over-accumulated keratinocytes to separate and fall off, unblocking the hair follicle openings and preventing blockages; at the same time, it activates the metabolism of the epidermal skin, promotes the proliferation and rearrangement of collagen fibers in the dermis, and ultimately effectively improves skin quality (especially chicken skin), shrinks pores (inhibits oil secretion) and brightens skin tone.
process:
1. VISIA skin test: detect current skin conditions and skin problems. The data and images provide professional basis for face-to-face consultation.
2. Face-to-face consultation: Develop a personal acid peeling plan based on personal needs and skin conditions.
3. Preoperative preparation: Clean and disinfect the treatment area.
4. Acid peeling treatment: Apply acid to the face for 1-5 minutes.
5. Stop reaction: Apply stop solution to neutralize the acid and stop the peeling reaction to avoid excessive damage to the skin.
6. Clean up after the operation and explain precautions.
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Suitable for the crowd:
- People with large pores and pores clogged by old dead skin cells;
- Severely oily or combination skin;
- People who have recurring problems such as blackheads, whiteheads, and closed comedones;
We use Milk Peel, a milk acid developed by Dimasti Laboratory, a leading French skin renewing brand. It is a representative product of compound acid. The acid concentration and content are accurately marked, the ingredients are clear and transparent, the treatment process is guaranteed, and it can solve a variety of skin problems in an all-round way. The effect is safe and reliable. 
Ai Beauty acid peel:
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We are currently the largest Asian medical beauty institution in the UK. We have accumulated rich clinical experience with Asian patients and have our own medical research department. We are led by a famous British chief medical beauty trainer and have many doctors and nurses who have worked in NHS national hospitals. They are all registered professional medical staff of the UK GMC/NMC , providing the most formal and safe Asian medical beauty.
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