DR. Pimple Popper TLC EP-02 – REMOVAL PIMPLE

If you’re dealing with large blackheads on soft or sensitive skin, here are some effective ways to prevent and treat them:

1. Keep Your Skin Clean

• Wash your face twice daily using a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser. Avoid harsh scrubbing.

• Use lukewarm water (hot water can strip natural oils, causing more oil production).

2. Exfoliate Regularly (But Gently!)

• Use a mild chemical exfoliant (like salicylic acid or glycolic acid) 2-3 times a week. These dissolve dead skin and unclog pores.

• Avoid harsh scrubs, as they can irritate soft skin.

3. Control Oil Production

• If your skin gets oily, use oil-free or mattifying skincare products.

• Consider a clay mask (like kaolin or bentonite) once a week to absorb excess oil.

4. Use Retinoids

• Over-the-counter retinol or prescription retinoids help prevent clogged pores and reduce blackheads over time.

• Start slowly (2-3 times a week) to prevent irritation.

5. Keep Your Hands & Pillowcases Clean

• Avoid touching your face to prevent bacteria transfer.

• Change pillowcases at least once a week to prevent oil and dirt buildup.

6. Consider Professional Treatments

• If blackheads persist, a dermatologist can perform extractions, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion safely.

Here are some gentle yet effective product recommendations for your soft, sensitive skin to help prevent and treat blackheads:

1. Gentle Cleanser (Use twice daily)

• La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser (fragrance-free, non-stripping)

• CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser (with ceramides and niacinamide for barrier repair)

2. Chemical Exfoliant (Use 2-3 times a week)

• Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant (salicylic acid unclogs pores)

• The Inkey List PHA Toner (gentle exfoliation without irritation)

3. Retinol/Retinoid (Start 2-3 times a week)

• La Roche-Posay Adapalene Gel 0.1% (great for blackhead prevention)

• Avene RetrinAL 0.05 Cream (gentle retinol for sensitive skin)

4. Oil-Control & Pore Care

• The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% (helps regulate oil)

• Innisfree Super Volcanic Clay Mask (once a week for deep pore cleansing)

5. Lightweight Moisturizer (Won’t clog pores)

• CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion (non-comedogenic, soothing)

• Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion (hypoallergenic, good for sensitive skin)

6. Sunscreen (Essential if using exfoliants & retinol!)

• EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 (lightweight, has niacinamide)

• La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-in Milk Sunscreen SPF 60 (non-greasy, good for sensitive skin)