We spoke to board-certified dermatologists about the best blackhead-fighting ingredients, how to safely and effectively remove blackheads at home and which over-the-counter products they suggest.

One of the most effective ways to eliminate this is using blackhead-removing face masks. This skincare product contains ingredients like salicylic acid, charcoal, clay, lactic acid, glycolic acid ...

“Double cleansing helps to loosen up the sebum in the skin which encourages blackheads to be removed easier,” Mims says. “However [double cleansing] won’t completely remove them.

If your whiteheads continue to grow or multiply, a visit to your dermatologist can help you create an action plan for removing them. The process of treating blackheads is very similar to getting ...