Yeongdeungpo Blackhead Care: Don’t Squeeze It, Get It Treated at a Clinic

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� Blackheads are one of the skin concerns many people experience.

Blackheads that appear as dark spots around the nose or chin are noticeable and often hard to cover even with makeup, which can be stressful. However, if you carelessly squeeze them with your hands or use a comedone extractor, you should be careful because it can damage the skin or enlarge the pores. So, what is the safe and effective way to remove blackheads?

� Let’s take a look at how they are treated at the clinic.

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What Are Blackheads?

Blackheads are sebum and dead skin cells that have accumulated in the pores and turned black through oxidation.

If sebum cannot be discharged smoothly, it clumps together and hardens inside the pores. If this state continues, the pores may enlarge and the skin may become rough.

In particular, the area around the nose is prone to blackheads because it has a high sebum production rate.

� � � � � Dr. O Clinic’s Blackhead Removal Methods

Blackheads should be managed with appropriate methods depending on their type.

The treatment method will naturally differ for areas with a lot of sebum and for blackheads that have hardened.

At the clinic, there are various methods to remove blackheads effectively while minimizing skin damage.

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1. Aquafill or Hydrogen Peel: Remove by absorbing sebum

Aquafill and hydrogen peel are procedures that gently dissolve and absorb blackheads and sebum for removal.

• Aquafill: This method uses a special solution to dissolve impurities and sebum inside the pores, then removes them by suction using vacuum pressure. It can effectively clear sebum deep inside the pores, making it useful not only for blackheads but also for whiteheads.

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• Hydrogen peel: This is a method of removing oxidized sebum from the skin using hydrogen water.

It is effective at suppressing the oxidation of sebum, one of the causes of blackheads, and can also help soothe the skin.

� These procedures cause little pain, and many people prefer them because they can feel their skin becoming smoother immediately after the treatment.

� � 2) Removing hard blackheads that cannot be absorbed: Extraction or laser treatment

Blackheads that have hardened too much to be removed with Aquafill or hydrogen peel need to be removed through physical methods.

• Extraction: A method in which a specialist safely removes blackheads using sterilized tools.

At dermatology clinics, skin-soothing care is provided after extraction to help prevent inflammation.

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• Laser treatment: If sebum has accumulated in the pores for a long time and become hard, laser treatment can also be used to burn and remove the blackheads. Laser treatment removes blackheads while also helping to shrink the pores, which improves skin texture.

� � � � � The Importance of Blackhead Care

Blackhead care is not something that ends with simply removing them; ongoing management is needed.

If blackheads are left untreated, more sebum can build up and the pores can stretch, making the skin rough.

Even after receiving a procedure at the clinic, skincare that helps control sebum production is needed to keep the pores clean.

� � � � � Effective Blackhead Care Tips

• Improve cleansing habits: Excessive cleansing can actually increase sebum production, so it is important to cleanse gently with a mild cleanser.

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• Exfoliation: Using an exfoliant about once or twice a week to clear impurities from inside the pores can help prevent blackheads.

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• Moisturize: If the skin becomes dry, more sebum is produced, so sufficient hydration is necessary.

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• Combine with professional care: If your skin tends to build up blackheads easily, receiving regular care at a clinic can also be a good option.

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▲ Dr. O Clinic Director Oh Jeong-min, providing personalized 1:1 consultations for healthy and beautiful skin

Blackheads can irritate the skin and cause scars or inflammation if you simply squeeze them by hand or forcefully extract them. To remove them safely and effectively, getting help from a clinic specialist is the best option.

In particular, procedures such as Aquafill or hydrogen peel are effective for removing soft blackheads without irritation and help keep the skin clean and healthy. If blackheads have hardened, they can be removed more safely through professional extraction or laser treatment.

Because this is not just simple care but professional care for skin health, it is important to manage it consistently with help from the clinic.

� � � � Yeongdeungpo Blackhead Care

Munrae Station Exit 3, Dr. O Clinic

For appointments: 02) 2632-5553 �