Acne · 3 min read ·
How do I get rid of blackheads?
Squeezing makes them worse. What actually clears blackheads and keeps them away.
Quick answer: Use salicylic acid regularly, add a retinoid at night and have professional extractions or a peel. Avoid squeezing and pore strips.
What blackheads are
Pores clogged with oil and dead cells that darken when exposed to air. They are not dirt.
At home
Salicylic acid dissolves oil inside the pore; retinoids stop new clogs forming.
In clinic
Medical microdermabrasion, oil control facials and peels clear congestion safely.
Avoid
Squeezing stretches pores and can scar.
Common questions
Do clay masks help?
They temporarily absorb oil but will not clear blackheads alone.
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Written by the Skin Deep Aesthetics clinical team, 6 Carlisle Road, Derry. This article is general information, not medical advice. Book a consultation for advice about your own skin.
