Blackheads around the nose or small white bumps along the chin can make skin look congested. They are common, and they are not a cue to scrub harder. A simple, consistent routine can help skin feel clean and comfortable while you care for the look of visible congestion.
Blackheads and whiteheads are not dirt
Blackheads and whiteheads form when pores become clogged with excess oil, bacteria and dead skin cells. A whitehead is a small bump under a closed pore; a blackhead forms when the pore stays open. The dark colour isn’t dirt, and scrubbing can make acne worse.
Step one: cleanse away daily buildup
Elevanna Foaming Exfoliating Cleanser uses fruit AHAs to gently exfoliate surface buildup while washing away excess oil and daily impurities. Massage one to two pumps over damp skin, then rinse thoroughly. Use morning and evening as tolerated, following the product directions.
If exfoliating acids are new to your routine, introduce the cleanser gradually and pay attention to how your skin feels. Avoid adding several new exfoliating products at once.
Step two: choose a targeted serum
Elevanna Dark Spot + Pore Refining Serum brings together 10% niacinamide, a brightening peptide and botanical extracts. It helps improve the appearance of dark spots and uneven-looking tone while refining the look of enlarged pores. Apply two to three drops after cleansing and before moisturiser. If you are new to niacinamide, patch test and introduce it gradually. Check the product page for current availability and preorder details.
Keep the rest of your routine simple
Follow with a moisturiser that suits your skin, and use sunscreen during the day. Because the cleanser contains fruit AHAs, follow the product directions and use sunscreen during the day.
Try not to pick or squeeze blackheads and whiteheads. Give a new routine time, and change one product at a time so you can see how your skin responds.
If your main interest is everyday antioxidant care and brighter-looking skin, Vitamin Active Serum is another option to explore. You do not need to use every serum in the range at once.
A simple routine to start with
- Cleanse gently with the Foaming Exfoliating Cleanser.
- Apply the Dark Spot + Pore Refining Serum if visible pores, dark spots or uneven-looking tone are concerns.
- Moisturise, and apply sunscreen in the morning.
Skin needs and sensitivities vary. If breakouts are painful, persistent or causing concern, seek advice from a qualified health professional.