Blackheads are clogged pores that oxidise and darken — not dirt. Scrubbing harder won't shift them, and squeezing at home usually makes things worse.
Picking at blackheads damages the pore wall, spreads bacteria and can cause scarring or larger-looking pores. It feels productive, but it sets your skin back.
In a deep cleansing facial, we soften pores with steam and exfoliation first, then extract gently and safely, and finish with high-frequency to calm the skin. It's the difference between clearing a pore and traumatising it. See the best facial for congested, acne-prone skin.
Consistent cleansing, weekly exfoliation and regular professional extractions keep blackheads from rebuilding. Skip pore strips — they only grab the surface and can irritate skin.
Yes — at-home squeezing damages the pore, spreads bacteria and can scar. Professional extraction after steam is far safer.
Salicylic acid (BHA) is the most effective, because it's oil-soluble and clears congestion inside the pore.