What really works for getting black heads out of your nose? Best nose strip?

Answer 1

There are several ways to get rid of blackheads. Choose the method that you have the time & patience for because persistence is key.

1) Use Neutrogena Clear Pore Wash/Mask. It has clay and benzoyl peroxide to absorb excess oil, clear away old skin cells and kill bacteria. It works best as a mask - just apply where needed once or twice a week.

2) After washing your face, apply a warm compress & use a blackhead remover to gently ease it out. The key is to be gentle because you do not want to stretch out your pores.

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Detailed instructions: http://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Blackheads-and-Whiteheads-with-a-Comedo-Extractor

3) After washing your face at night, dampen a cotton pad w/ hydrogen peroxide & swipe it over your nose. Hydrogen peroxide will bleach the blackheads & kill the bacteria that cause them.

If you have sensitive skin, leave the hydrogen peroxide on for 5 minutes & rinse it off.

4) Aspirin mask: Crush 4 - 6 plain, uncoated aspirin tablets and mix it w/ a little water to make mask. Or mix them with Queen Helene Mint Julep mask or aloe vera gel instead of water. Apply a thin layer where needed & let dry for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off w/ cool water.

5) Biore pore strips or DIY. Here's how: http://www.bathandbodyrecipes.com/tip.php?tipid=425