Good ways to be rid of blackheads? - Skin Problems Message Board

Baby_hands · 10-09-2003, 01:02 AM

I have blackheads on my forehead, nose and a little bit just under my bottom lip.
I am wondering if anyone knows of any good ways to be rid of these blackheads without taking some sort of medication.
Maybe some natural remedies?

Anyway, if you know of something that really works,I'd really like to hear about it!

Taking in mind, I have very sensitive skin, so I have to be careful, because I cant use things with essential oils and such.

Thanks!

ozenne · 10-12-2003, 10:50 AM

I find that those pore strips that rip the blackheads out work pretty well. The only thing is, you can't let the strip get too dry or else it hurts A LOT to pull off.

Marti · 10-13-2003, 10:17 AM

You can also use a tiny syringe with the needle removed. Clean the skin with a really good astringent, push the syringe plunger all the way forward, then place the tip of the syringe over the blackhead and pull backward on the plunger. This will usually 'pull' the blackhead right our of the pore without any pain.

kittyspaw7 · 10-16-2003, 07:42 PM

The needle technique works well and they also have blackhead removers its a skin tool you can get at a beauty supply house like sally beauty. I found by mistake that lemon juice after a hot shower helps too.Just squeeze into a bowl and dip cotton and use like and astringent.Or you can just use a lemon slice.Then go in with your tools. It helps to soften and break down the stuck oil.
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10-24-2003, 01:53 PM

To Marti,
Where can I find a small syringe to remove blackheads??? How small does it have to be??? Can I get one at Wal-Mart???

[This message has been edited by ilovesunshine (edited 10-25-2003).]