blackhead

Then came my least favorite part of any facial: extraction, or the process of clearing clogged pores by pushing out blackheads and whiteheads.

Its appearance can vary, ranging from whiteheads and blackheads to pustules and nodules, mainly on the face, forehead, chest, upper back and shoulders.

It was revealed she was an avid watcher of YouTube videos on blackhead removal and Dr Pimple Popper and had watched more than 300 clips between October 2019 and August 2021.

Acne is a common skin condition characterised by blackheads, whiteheads and pus-filled spots.

Retinoids are anti-inflammatory and reduce pimples of all kinds — from small blackheads to larger pustules.