Blackheads are stubborn and cringe-worthy, but they’re also pretty straightforward. A little background: Blackheads are an accumulation of sebum, dirt, and dead skin cells in your pores. They get their notorious black hue when the exposure to air causes them to oxidize. Sadly, nobody is immune to a nose that’s laden in pesky black dots. More bad news: banishing blackheads can be a grueling battle, one that requires regular maintenance, a solid skin care routine, and a boatload of patience. It’s not an impossible feat, though. Below, we tapped two board-certified dermatologists for advice on how to effectively remove blackheads on your nose. Keep reading for their recommendations!
NOSE BLACKHEADS TIP #1: WASH YOUR FACE WITH EXFOLIATING CLEANSERS
Looking for ways to remove blackheads on your nose without taking a trip to a dermatologist’s office? The good news is that’s totally possible, so long as you have a good exfoliating cleanser on hand. “At home, I recommend daily exfoliation with a good cleanser specifically formulated for acne-prone skin,” says dermatologist, and Skincare.com consultant, Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali. Exfoliating cleansers can help slough away dead skin cells that can pile up on skin’s surface, lift pore-clogging dirt and impurities, and visibly reduce the look of large pores. They’re a beauty arsenal must-have. For gentle exfoliation on sensitive skin, La Roche-Posay Ultra-Fine Scrub is one of our favorites. The formula—with antioxidant-rich Thermal Spring Water—feels incredibly soothing and refreshing on the skin. Garnier Clearly Brighter Argan Nut Gentle Exfoliating Cleanse is a great option to gently polish the skin to reveal an even, brighter-looking tone, while revealing smoother skin and refined pores. You know that rough, bumpy skin texture blackheads can bring about? Consider it gone, with silky smoothness in its place. Just remember to use an exfoliating cleanser daily if you’re hoping to decongest clogged pores—just once isn’t going to cut it.
NOSE BLACKHEADS TIP #2: INCORPORATE A CLARISONIC
To deeply cleanse skin, consider using a Clarisonic—the device cleanses six times better than hands alone! Clarisonic MIA 2 boasts two speeds—delicate and universal— to cater to all skin types. It also features a T-Timer that pulses to indicate when it’s time to move to another area of your face, ensuring an even, thorough cleanse each time. Of course, if you have a different Clarisonic device at home, you can opt to use that one instead. The key is to make sure you’re targeting the parts of your face that need sonic cleansing love the most. For best results, Dr. Bhanusali recommends washing your face with a Clarisonic facial cleansing brush two to three times a week.
NOSE BLACKHEADS TIP #3: APPLY A BENZOYL PEROXIDE GEL OR SALICYCLIC ACID LOTION
Once your skin is cleansed, follow with a moisturizer. In the evening, reach for one that’s formulated with acne-fighting ingredients like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Read more…
