How to Get Rid of Blackheads — Without Picking at Your Skin

You wouldn't be alone if you said your best method for blackhead removal is a tissue, your two fingers, and an up-close-and-personal mirror. But, let's be honest: It's not exactly the best method. So what exactly is the key to wiping out those clogged pores once and for all? The key to managing and preventing blackheads is first understanding exactly what they are. Here’s the gist: a pore is the skin’s opening into the follicle where the skin produces oil and sebum.