Cleanse your face gently twice daily with a mild, non-comedogenic cleanser
Avoid scrubbing, picking, or squeezing the whiteheads
Use a salicylic acid cleanser or leave-on product
Try a retinoid product such as adapalene at night
Apply a benzoyl peroxide product if the bumps are inflamed
Use non-comedogenic moisturizer to prevent dryness
Remove makeup thoroughly every night
Avoid heavy, oily, or pore-clogging skincare products
Wash pillowcases, towels, and makeup brushes regularly
Exfoliate gently no more than 1 to 2 times per week
Use sunscreen daily with a non-comedogenic formula
See a dermatologist if the whiteheads persist, spread, or become painful
Seek medical care if the bumps are hard, pearl-like, or do not respond to acne treatments