A blemish is an inflammatory lesion of the sebaceous land. These are the glands situated at the root of the hair follicle in the dermis. As the ducts of these glands become plugged with the waxy oil (sebum) comedones (blackheads) and whiteheads (milia) form. They are frequently infected with bacteria, causing welts, deeper lumps and pimples.
There are three main factors that contribute to a formation of a blemish:
- Sebum. this oily substance lubricates the surface of the skin and helps prevent external dehydration. When an overabundance of sebum is produced it fills the sebaceous duct. this extra sebum serves as nutrients for bacteria, which creates an environment for clogged pores (blackheads).
- Bacteria. Causes infection and inflammation .
- Enclosure. Is a thickening of the sebaceous duct wall preventing sebum from being wicked away creating a closed environment.
- Maintain a daily home skin care regimen.
- Use professional grade skin care products recommended by your esthetician.
- Get regular facials.
