How to remove blackheads with a bobby pin?

Are blackheads taking over your face like an army of miniature robots? Do you feel like a walking pepperoni pizza? Fear not, my friend! We have the ultimate solution for all your pesky little skin problems. All you need is a bobby pin – yes, that’s right, a simple hair accessory can help you win the war against blackheads.

Understanding Blackheads

Blackheads are those tiny dark spots on your skin caused by clogged pores. They are usually found on the nose and chin but can appear anywhere on your face. The reason they turn dark is due to oxidation of sebum (oil) trapped inside the pore. Gross, I know.

Pro tip: Don’t squeeze them with dirty fingers or tools as it increases the risk of infection.

Why Use Bobby Pins?

Before we dive into how to remove blackheads with a bobby pin, let’s first understand why this method is effective.

Bobby pins have two ends: one with ridges and one without. The end without ridges makes it easy to apply pressure and control where you want to extract while minimizing damage to surrounding areas.

Plus, if used correctly, it won’t leave any marks or scars compared to using other methods such as squeezing or popping which often causes trauma and scarring – not exactly what we’re aiming for here..

Choosing Your Bobby Pin

Okay now that we’ve convinced you that bobby pins are the way forward – it’s important to choose wisely:

  • Choose something sturdy so that it does not bend while in use
  • Go for ones made from metals such as stainless steel as plastic ones may snap under pressure
  • Preferably go for ‘jumbo’ sized pins rather than normal sizes since this will make applying enough pressure much easier

Preparing Your Skin

Cleanse

It goes without saying but cleanliness is key here. Make sure your hands and face are washed thoroughly to avoid any infections or transferring bacteria onto your skin.

Steam

Steaming – this might sound like a fancy technique but it can be done easily with no cost, all you need is hot water and something to contain the steam such as a bowl, towel or jug! This will help soften any debris from within the pores making extraction easier.

Try to steam for around 5-10 minutes keeping some cold water on hand in case it becomes too uncomfortable but don’t worry –
a facial sauna gone wrong isn’t particularly dangerous.. just uncomfortable.

Pro tip: Adding essential oil/lemon zest/similar herbs gives your steaming session extra zen-vibes

Extraction Time

Now we’re getting down to business. Grab your bobby pin (or even more if you’ve committed fully) and cover both ends with tissue paper before starting. The blackhead removal process should look like this:

  1. Place the end of the ridged side directly over the blackhead
  2. Apply pressure while gently pushing down
  3. Move side-to-side without removing pin entirely from skin – make sure you never completely lift up!
  4. Once removed , wipe away any excess residue that’s present

Repeat these steps for each individual blackhead until they’re totally outed.

Pro tip: Don’t forget those hard-to-reach areas underneath your nostrils, rinse using cold water afterwards

Post Extraction Care & Maintenance

You’ve successfully fought off those pesky little demons hiding in your pores but that’s not where the journey ends.. follow these tips below for happy healthy skin:

  • Apply an antiseptic after extracting
  • Avoid touching newly cleaned pore sites
  • Use chemical exfoliates twice per week – this prevents future clogs
  • Clay masks once per week are great at clearing out stubborn spots
  • Cleanse daily with a sebum-clearing cleanser

Pro tip: Re-conquer any other sections of your body that may be getting overlooked, our companion article ‘How to Remove Back Acne with Chopsticks’ will guide you through further self-skin-defence.

Cautionary Notes

  • Don’t apply too much pressure – it’s important not to bruise or damage the surrounding skin.
  • Only extract blackheads that are visibly present and don’t try to dig out stubborn ones
  • Make sure you sterilize your bobby pin properly before and after each use.
  • If extraction causes too much pain or does not work, please consult a dermatologist.

And there we have it folks – how to remove blackheads using something so simple yet elegant in its construction..bobby pins! So go forth with newfound confidence (you might still look like a tomato but at least you’ll know what’s going on under the surface)

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