Blackhead Removal From the Nose

Blackheads are also called open comedones. They are plugs of dead skin, oil and bacteria trapped in a pore that turn black when they reach the surface of the skin. Blackheads around the nose are no different from blackheads on other areas of your face or body. However; some people find that removing blackheads from the nose is a little more awkward. By maintaining a proper skin care regime and using a comedone extractor, you can get rid of blackheads for good.

Things You'll Need

• Towels
• Washcloths
• Exfoliating creme
• Gentle cleanser
• Small saucepan
• Cloth
• Comedone extractor, sterilized
• Mirror
• Benzoyl peroxide
• Acne mask

Instructions

1. 

   Exfoliating creams remove dead skin cells blocking your pores.

   Wash your hands. Splash your face with lukewarm water and massage your face with an exfoliating cream for two minutes. Rinse well. Apply a gentle cleanser to your still-damp face and wash, rinse and pat dry.

2. 

   Steam opens your pores to allow impurities to be taken out.

   Fill a small saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Place the saucepan on a cloth on a table and, with a towel draped over the front of your head, lean over and let the steam open your pores. The towel will serve to trap the steam. Steam your face for five to 10 minutes.

3. 

   Examine your face in a mirror to locate the blackheads.

   Examine your skin with a mirror to find the blackheads you need to remove from your nose. Place the loop end of the comedone extractor over the blackhead and lightly press until you feel pressure but not pain. Keep your pores open by periodically placing a warm moist washcloth over your face and wiping away the blackhead material. This extraction procedure may need to be done several times until the entire blackhead is removed.

4. 

   Acne masks contain ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, which destroys bacteria.

   Apply a gentle acne mask. This will help draw out more impurities from not just your nose but also your entire face. Wash away the mask with a warm, wet washcloth and pat your face dry with a soft towel. Apply a low concentration of benzoyl peroxide or an antiseptic to prevent infection.

Tips & Warnings

• Try blackhead nasal strips such as Biore to remove blackheads from your nose.

• To avoid future blackheads, be sure to clean your face before retiring for the night.

• Do not hold your face too close to the steaming saucepan; one foot away is close enough.

References

• University of Maryland Medical Center: Blackheads Overview
• Nose Blackheads: A step by step guide to remove blackheads on nose

Resources

• Better Healthy Skin: Comedone Extractor
• Biore': Pore Strips