These white dots on your nose, often confused with whiteheads or blackheads, are also known as sebaceous filaments.
These are small oil accumulations that appear on the nose, near the septum and chin; they are composed of triglycerides, wax esters, and squalene.
Their central function is to keep the skin hydrated and prevent skin diseases such as rosacea, dermatitis, and psoriasis,
For many people, these go unnoticed; they only become visible when the pore-lining is filled with sebum, dead cells, or bacteria.
But for people suffering from oily skin or enlarged pores, the filaments may be more visible and take on the appearance of a pimple; the only distinction is that they have a light gray color rather than black.
What is the difference between blackheads and sebaceous filaments?
Although they may share characteristics, they function very differently. Strands help facial oil flow properly over the skin to prevent clogged pores. On the other hand, when excess sebum is produced and mixed with dirt, bacteria, or fungi, it blocks the dermis and leads to blackheads’ formation.
Why do they always appear in the T-zone?
The sebaceous glands are highly concentrated around the nose and forehead; therefore, it is normal that such imperfections are more evident in these areas. You can try to remove the sebum, but this will not eradicate the problem; as the days go by, the pores will fill up with oil again and return to their natural state.
Although they cannot be eliminated, multiple alternatives will help you reduce their appearance and have a blemish-free complexion.
How to treat sebaceous filaments?
To prevent their appearance, you must have a skincare routine that profoundly hydrates the dermis white dots, reduces pore size, and avoids the proliferation of germs or bacteria.
Skincare experts recommend the following steps:
- Cleanse your face twice a day: Once in the morning, eliminate all the toxins released during the night, and once before going to sleep, to get rid of all the germs, makeup, and pollution that have clogged the skin white dots during the day.
- Exfoliate the dermis: This step is essential to remove dead skin and impurities and any oil that has been retained in the pores. Exfoliating activates cell regeneration, fades the signs of aging, and prevents the appearance of blemishes and dark circles under the eyes.
- Clay mask: The green clay mask promises to take care of your skin, leaving it glowing and soft. This product comes from a combination of iron oxides and algae. Its many nutrients contain magnesium, calcium, aluminum, zinc, phosphorus, and potassium.
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Dr. Angelica Parra is a Licensed Medical Doctor from Venezuela and is currently taking a Master’s degree in Dermatology. She specialized in Aesthetic Medicine and completed Advanced Training in Non-surgical Facial Rejuvenation in Miami, Florida. She has specialized in applying Botox, dermal fillers, skin tightening treatments, and since then, she has worked on cruise ships as an Aesthetic Doctor.
