The ideal treatment is a Vitamin A derivative cream that opens the pores and reduces the oils in the skin. Reach out to your doctor, because he or she will have to prescribe this type of product. Retinoids, which are commonly prescribed, can sometimes cause dryness.

If it does, reduce frequency of use from daily to 3x/week and moisturize with Cerave Oil-free moisturizer. Nose pore strips are safe to use on occasion but they don’t solve the underlying cause of blackheads.