Squeezing blackheads may look and feel satisfying, but their detrimental effects on the skin are just not worth the quick results. That’s why Dr. U Hair and Skin Clinic explores less aggressive techniques to get rid of blackheads, reduce their recurrence, and avoid unnecessary trauma to the skin.
Watch this YouTube Reel on Dr. Sanusi Umar’s Blackhead Removal Advice:
What Are Blackheads?
Blackheads are a common form of acne that develop when hair follicles become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and debris. When the pore remains open, the material oxidizes, turning dark—hence the name ‘blackhead.’ These plugs are called comedones, and while they aren’t as painful as inflamed lesions such as pustules or cysts, they are nonetheless irritating and can harm your self-image.
Why Shouldn’t You Squeeze Blackheads?
Squeezing a blackhead isn’t the most efficient way to get rid of it. Doing this can cause redness, inflammation, hyperpigmentation, and scarring. As Dr. Sanusi Umar explains, “What we’ll find is when you squeeze a lot, you create a lot of inflammation around that lesion.” Squeezing a blackhead with dirty hands or unsterilized tools can also introduce harmful bacteria to your pores, causing infections.
Treating Blackheads At Dr. U Hair and Skin Clinic
One of the ways Dr. Umar removes large, stubborn open comedones is by using a scalpel. He creates a nick in the skin around the hair follicle and removing the lesion. This method is quick, efficient, and can help prevent recurrence. We can precisely remove the impacted material and any surrounding keratinized tissue that may contribute to recurrent clogging.
Ready to Clear Up Stubborn Open Comedones?
Dr. U Hair and Skin Clinic is committed to helping patients experience excellent results and prevent blackhead recurrence. If you would like a free consultation to be reviewed by Dr. Sanusi Umar, please fill out our free online consultation form.