Wash your face twice daily with a gentle cleanser
Use a salicylic acid cleanser or leave-on product
Apply a retinoid at night
Use non-comedogenic skincare and makeup
Exfoliate gently 1 to 2 times per week
Use a clay mask once or twice weekly
Avoid squeezing or picking blackheads
Use warm compresses before cleansing if needed
Keep hair products off your face
Change pillowcases regularly
Remove makeup before sleeping
See a dermatologist for persistent blackheads
Consider professional extraction by a dermatologist or esthetician