Whiteheads and Blackheads are the precursor lesions of acne — and they develop in the same way.

Both occur when the openings of the skin’s oil-producing glands become clogged and prevent the natural escape of their oil onto the skin surface.

When oil becomes trapped inside the pore, the gland swells, forming a whitehead. If the pore remains partially open, the trapped oil oxidises when exposed to the air, turning it dark. This is what we see as a blackhead.

It’s important to note that the dark color of a blackhead isn’t dirt — it’s oxidised oil, and therefore not a sign of poor skin hygiene.

How to Clear Whiteheads and Blackheads

The only long-term solution for clearing whiteheads and blackheads is to unblock the pores and restore the skin’s natural oil flow. This not only clears the visible congestion, it also allows the oil-producing glands to function normally and help prevent new blockages from forming.

Dr Mayson’s Anti-Acne Program

Dr Mayson’s Anti-Acne Program is a complete 5-month, 3-Phase Program containing progressively increasing strengths of glycolic acid — a gentle yet powerful exfoliant that helps clear the appearance of whiteheads and blackheads by unclogging the pores.

Continued use, in the form of Dr Mayson's Anti-Acne Maintenance Formula continues these actions thereby keeping your skin looking clearer, smoother, and healthier with less tendency to future breakouts.

Additional Long-Term Prevention Tips

• Skincare: use only non-comedogenic skincare products such as non-occlusive cleansers, moisturisers, and serums.
• Cosmetics: Avoid all foundation makeups not labelled 'oil free' or 'water based'. Only use loose dusting powder instead of powder compacts many of which are oil-based or contain other binding ingredients..
• Sunscreens: use only lotions, milks, or gels instead of oils and creams.