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Blackheads Keep Coming Back? Expert Reveals 3 Effective Deep Pore Cleansing Methods.
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News18•25-09-2026, 08:50
Blackheads Keep Coming Back? Expert Reveals 3 Effective Deep Pore Cleansing Methods.
  • •Blackheads are a common problem, forming when oil, dead skin, and dirt accumulate in pores, often around the nose, chin, and cheeks.
  • •Skin expert Dr. Ankur Sarin shared 3 effective tips to get rid of blackheads without damaging the skin.
  • •Use a salicylic acid cleanser: A gel-based face wash or cleanser with 2% salicylic acid helps clean accumulated oil, dust, and dirt.
  • •Deep clean pores: Use products like retinol or adapalene, under a doctor's advice, to clean oil and dirt accumulated deep inside the pores.
  • •Utilize a clay mask or extraction tool: Use a clay mask to absorb oil or an extraction tool carefully; avoid pressing with nails or fingers.

Key Questions Answered

Blackheads develop when oil, dead skin cells, and dirt accumulate inside the skin pores, commonly appearing around the nose, chin, and cheeks.

Using a gel-based face wash or cleanser containing 2% salicylic acid helps clean away accumulated oil, dust, and dirt while keeping the skin pores clean.

Excessive scrubbing can make the skin dry and sensitive, while pressing blackheads with hands or nails can cause irritation, marks, or injury to the skin.