A blackhead, or open comedo, is a type of acne that appears as dark dots on the skin. Generally, it is best to avoid popping blackheads. However, if a person does, it is advisable to do so safely.

(Yep, that’s why we call them blackheads!). Again, closed comedones pop up when dead skin and sebum (the skin’s natural oils) ...

Then, reach for either cotton swabs or a sterilized comedone extractor (we like the Tweezerman Skin Care Tool) to pop the pimple. You can use your fingers too, she says, but make sure they are ...