It’s important to be gentle when treating blackheads on dark skin tones. Never squeeze, poke, or pop blackheads. Rough treatment can cause more inflammation and increase the risk of hyperpigmentation.

Blackheads form when excess oil and dead skin clog the pores on your skin. Salicylic acid, AHAs, and retinoids can help treat blackheads by exfoliating and decreasing oil. You should not pop ...