Here are some tips — with pictures — for avoiding blackheads (rather than aggressively removing them). These focus on preventing the clogging of pores and maintaining a healthy skin environment.

✅ Tip 1: Cleanse gently twice a day

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• Wash your face morning and night with a mild, non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores) cleanser. garnier+2Healthline+2

• Avoid harsh scrubbing or over-washing: If you strip too much oil you may trigger more oil production — which can lead to blackheads. garnier+1

• After sweating (exercise, hot day), cleanse again, as sweat + oil + dead skin cells can clog pores. WebMD

✅ Tip 2: Use products that are non-comedogenic & light

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• Choose moisturizers, makeup, and skincare labeled non-comedogenic (meaning designed not to block pores). Healthline+1

• For oily or blackhead-prone skin, use lightweight, oil-free formulas rather than heavy creams. garnier+1

• Avoid applying heavy hair oils or creams that can migrate to your face/forehead and clog pores. Palm Beach Dermatology Group

✅ Tip 3: Exfoliate & use masks to keep pores clear

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• Use gentle exfoliation (chemical or mild physical) 1-2 times/week to remove dead skin cells that can block pores. E.g., use products with salicylic acid (a BHA) which penetrate oily pores. Misumi Luxury Beauty Care+2Medical News Today+2

• Use clay masks (kaolin/bentonite) to draw out excess oil and impurities from pores. Dr Tom Goyer+1

• But don’t over-exfoliate: Too much can irritate skin, damage barrier, trigger more oil and blackheads. Medical News Today

✅ Tip 4: Moisturize & protect your skin barrier

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• Even oily skin needs moisturising. If you skip it, skin may over-produce oil, increasing risk of clogged pores. Misumi Luxury Beauty Care+1

• Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily. Sun damage can thicken dead skin layer and promote oil production and blackheads. Healthline+1

✅ Tip 5: Avoid touching your face, remove makeup, keep things clean

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• Touching your face transfers oil, dirt, bacteria from your hands → skin. That can contribute to clogged pores. Dr Tom Goyer+1

• Remove makeup before bed. Leftover makeup + oil + overnight production = prime conditions for blackheads. Palm Beach Dermatology Group+1

• Keep pillowcases, phone screen, glasses or helmet straps clean—these contact your skin and may deposit oil/dirt. WebMD

✅ Tip 6: Lifestyle matters — diet, stress, hormones

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• Excess oil production (linked to hormones, stress, genetics) increases blackhead risk. Managing stress can help. Dr Tom Goyer

• Balanced diet: While links are not always strong, high-glycemic foods, dairy may contribute to oily skin/blackheads in some individuals. Medical News Today

• Keep a consistent skincare routine rather than hopping from one fix to another. Consistency helps control pore-clogging factors.