Wash your face twice daily with a gentle cleanser
Use a non-comedogenic moisturizer
Apply salicylic acid products
Use benzoyl peroxide if needed
Try retinoid creams at night
Avoid picking or squeezing whiteheads
Exfoliate gently 1 to 2 times per week
Remove makeup before sleeping
Keep hair and hair products off your face
Change pillowcases regularly
Avoid heavy, oily skincare products
Use sunscreen labeled non-comedogenic
See a dermatologist if whiteheads persist or worsen