Who doesn’t want perfect skin?
Then, we could all wake up flawless like Beyonce.
These nuisances all fall under the acne category.
TheAmerican Academy of Dermatologyreports that up to 50 million Americans every year will experience some form of acne.
However, some of those annoying black dots in your pores may not be blackheads at all.
What are sebaceous filaments?
Sebaceous filaments are commonly mistaken for blackheads mainly because the two look quite similar.
Luckily, they are not a form of acne and are completely normal.
And, the overcollection of sebum can eventually become a blackhead.
When the oil mixes with bacteria, dead cells, or dirt it forms a small bump.
Keep in mind thatyour skin typecan affect the appearance of filaments.
How to minimize their appearance
Sadly, there is no getting rid of your sebaceous filaments.
There’s even a risk of permanently enlarging your pores too, according toCosmopolitan.
To prevent these filaments from becoming acne, Cosmopolitan suggests using a chemical exfoliant.
However, bear in mind that overuse of chemical exfoliants can dry out your skin.
For those who enjoy working out, you’ll need a post-exercise facial cleansing session too.
If in doubt, leave it alone, which goes for your sebaceous filaments too.
