Before attempting to remove blackheads, it is important to properly prepare your skin. This involves cleansing the skin to remove any dirt, oil, and makeup that may be present. Use a gentle cleanser that is suitable for your skin type and massage it into your skin using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.

After cleansing, it is beneficial to exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. Exfoliation can be done using physical scrubs, brushes, or chemical exfoliants. Physical scrubs contain small particles that help slough off dead skin cells when massaged onto the skin. Brushes,