Cleanse your face twice daily with a gentle cleanser
Use a salicylic acid cleanser or treatment
Apply a retinoid at night
Use a clay mask once or twice a week
Exfoliate gently with chemical exfoliants
Avoid squeezing or picking at blackheads
Use non-comedogenic skincare and makeup products
Keep hair products off your face
Wash pillowcases and face towels regularly
Consider professional extraction by a dermatologist or esthetician
See a dermatologist if blackheads are severe or persistent