Pharmacist's Skincare Tips that ACTUALLY works

Can't pop those tiny white bumps? They may be closed comedones. Do you have small white bumps on your face? If so, do not pop or squeeze. It is highly likely closed comedones. These are non-inflammatory acne caused when pores are clogged with dead skin cells and sebum. At first, they may not seem like a big problem, but they can develop into inflammatory acne if left untreated. As a Korean pharmacist, here are 2 effective ways to treat closed comedones. First, use exfoliating ingredients like AHA and BHA to remove built-up dead skin cells that clog your pores. But if you have sensitive skin, only 1 or 2 times a week or use gentler options like PHA or LHA. Second, properly hydrate and protect your skin barrier. After exfoliating, you need to prevent water loss by maintaining a healthy skin barrier. This will help reduce and stop closed comedones from forming again. Try using products that contain hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and ceramides. As a pharmacist, I've seen many people spend hundreds of dollars on products to treat closed comedones. But in most cases, unnecessary. What matters more is consistency and using the right ingredients for your skin. Start with the basics and do them properly.