1. Blackheads : Why Oh Why do they exist ? Usually due to an
overproduction of sebum (oil caused by hormones), built up dead skin
cells and bacteria.
How to Fix "Em : Exfoliate, use spot treatments with salicylic
acid, benzoyl peroxide and Vitamin A. Try cleansers that target
blackheads.
2. Broken Capillaries : Why ? According to New York dermatologist
Jessica Krant, MD, although they are called "broken capillaries", they
are actually intact, but dilated. "Anything that makes the nose red for a
prolonged period of time , like hormonal fluctuations, allergies or
rosacea can lead to the expansion of these microscopic vessels, but they
are completely harmless and generally easy to cover with makeup.
"Broken capillaries are caused by aging, the environment, genetics or
too much sun.
How to Fix 'em : if laser treatments are out of the question try makeup to camouflage broken capillaries.
3. Oily Patches : Why do we have 'em ? There are a lot of sebaceous
glands on our noses, so that area tends to suffer from the midday
grease. Also oily skin is related to hormones and genetics.
Fix it by washing skin with warm, not hot water (hot can stimulate
excess oil). Try cleansers with glycolic and salicylic acids and
mattifying agents that prevent oiliness.
4. Wrinkles and Crinkles : these small lines occur on the upper
part where the nose and eyes meet. The results of aging, facial
expressions or overactice muscles.
Fix it with Retin-A products that will help smooth them out or ZAP
those bunny lines with a wee bit of Botox from your local Derm, R.N. or
Plastic Surgeon. Not ready for Botox use a topical that reduces width
and depth of expression lines.