These Ultra-fine tipped, stainless steel tools are everything you need to hygienically and safely extract all pimples; whiteheads and blackheads. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use these tools safely and effectively for the best results:
Cleanse your skin: Start by washing your face with a gentle cleanser and warm water. This helps to remove any dirt, oil, and makeup from the surface of your skin, making the extraction process easier and reducing the risk of infection.
Steam your face: To soften the skin and open up the pores, you can steam your face for a few minutes. You can do this by leaning over a bowl of hot water with a towel draped over your head, or by using a facial steamer. Alternatively, you can perform the extraction immediately after a warm shower when your pores are naturally more open.
Disinfect the extraction tool: Before using the comedone extractor, make sure to disinfect it with rubbing alcohol or an antiseptic solution. This helps to kill any bacteria on the tool and reduces the risk of introducing bacteria into your pores.
Choose the right tip: Comedone extractors typically come with two different tips: a looped end and a lancet end. The looped end is used to extract blackheads and whiteheads, while the lancet end is used to gently pierce and release stubborn whiteheads or milia. Choose the appropriate tip for the type of blemish you're trying to extract.
Position the extractor: Hold the extractor with the tip perpendicular to the surface of your skin, placing the loop directly over the blackhead or whitehead you want to extract.
Apply gentle pressure: Using slight pressure, press down on the extractor, pressing the looped end around the blemish. Be gentle to avoid causing trauma to the skin. If the blackhead or whitehead doesn't come out easily, do not force it as this can cause damage and scarring.
Cleanse the area: After extraction, cleanse the treated area again with a gentle cleanser to remove any remaining debris and bacteria.
Apply a soothing product: Finish by applying a soothing product such as witch hazel or a gentle, non-comedogenic moisturizer to calm the skin and reduce inflammation.
Disinfect the extractor: After each use, clean the comedone extractor again with rubbing alcohol or an antiseptic solution to prevent the spread of bacteria.
Store the extractor properly: Store the cleaned extractor in a clean, dry place to keep it sanitary and ready for future use.
It's a small investment for tools that will undoubtedly last your lifetime... and you'll ALWAYS be glad that you have them even if you rarely get troublesome pimples or clogged pores.
