Sebaceous filaments, or sebum plugs, are comprised of dead skin cells, sebum, hair, and bacteria. If they are left to accumulate for too long, it can lead to expanded pores, and saggy, aged skin. However, by routinely dissolving these pesky plugs, you can rescue your pores from eternal damnation. In fact, these 3 miracle products, in conjunction with the *highly recommended* Aztec Clay Mask, will help you to melt sebum plugs, and get smooth, flawless skin.
First, you’ll want to cleanse your skin…
Use this Cera Ve facial cleanser to massage your face in an outward motion. It’s okay to apply a bit of pressure, but you don’t want to tug too much at the skin. While cleansing, use hot water, as this will help to soften the plugs.
Next, use a facial oil to release the sebum plugs.
When you use a facial oil, it dislodges the build up. This means you are essentially plucking each and every one of those bumps out of your pores. DHC Facial Cleanser’s primary ingredient is olive fruit oil. Olive fruit oil moisturizes the skin without clogging pores, but is still strong enough to dissolve sebum plugs.
Rub the oil into your skin for 5 to 10 minutes. At this point, you will start to feel the bumps coming loose. Then, rinse it off! Yes, I said rinse it off. The great part of a facial oil is that it emulsifies into a milky consistency when combined with water. After rinsing, feel free to gently cleanse again, before proceeding on the next step.
Lastly, use a chemical exfoliant.
If you haven’t heard of The Ordinary by now…do you live under a rock? This is only *the* chemical exfoliant of the moment. It literally gives you the skin of your dreams. Goodbye dull, lifeless skin, hello radiant plumpness! It’s a very gentle AHA & BHA efoliant. AHA & BHA stand for alpha hydroxy acid and beta hydroxy acid, respectively. While AHA works on the surface of the skin, BHA is oil soluble, and thus, works deeper in the skin. By incorporation The Ordinary Peeling Solution into your skincare routine, you are ensuring that future oil plug formations are thwarted.
Aaaand one for good luck! Moisturize, darling.
My personal favorite is–once again–by Cera Ve. Cera Ve is an overall gentle brand, and is the perfect choice for sensitive skin. After doing this skin routine, you’ve extracted, cleansed, and peeled your skin to the high heavens hunty! Your skin deserves some TLC. This daily moisturizing lotion is rich with ceramides to protect against irritation, and hyaluronic acid to trap and retain moisture. Its lightweight texture is perfect to prevent your pores from getting reclogged, and enlarged.
Happy extracting, loves!
