For supremely stubborn clogs, seeing a pro for extractions is a smart move: "If you have blackheads or whiteheads that aren't going away, no matter what you're doing, this is the best solution," advises Arch. And while it can be tempting to start squeezing and picking at your skin yourself (trust us, we get it), please leave it up to the experts. Derms and aestheticians keep everything clean and sterile, and know the proper technique to use to minimize the risk of infection and scarring, points out Lee. If you want to up the satisfaction level on this one, ask to see what they squeezed out after the fact. Hey, we're not judging.
