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comedo extractor – 【奥】粉刺摘除器
(俗称“粉刺棒”)
或comedone extractor
A comedone extractor is a tool used to remove blemishes, such as blackheads, pimples, and whiteheads. Often, those who are afflicted with these common skin conditions are hesitant to remove the blemishes because they are afraid of scarring, which can happen under some circumstances. An extractor tool is not much bigger than a pair of tweezers and is said to make removal easier, without as much risk of creating scars.
The tool has one or two looped ends, with one of them usually ending in a sharper point. In most cases, the extractor can be used to remove some surface pimples, but blemishes located deeper should be left alone due to risk of infection and scarring. The comedone extractor uses the looped end to apply pressure to all areas of the pimple. This is different than the finger squeeze method, which centers pressure on one point.
While it may be possible to use the comedone extractor by itself, with very little preparation, it is not recommended. Instead, the directions usually call for the skin to be exposed to steam for a few minutes, which helps open up the skin pores a little more. Caution should be taken during this step, simply because there is a potential of getting burned, depending on how hot the water is.
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