There are many ways to get rid of clogged pores, such as washing the face with an exfoliating face wash in the morning and evening, applying a deep cleansing mask once or twice a week, and applying moisturizer designed to help clear the pores. Getting regular facials at a spa can also help to get rid of clogged pores. In addition, if a certain product for the face, such as makeup, appears to be causing blemishes or skin troubles, you should stop using it.
Developing a regular skin care routine is the best way to get rid of clogged pores. You should be certain to wash your face morning and night with a cleanser that is gentle enough to not irritate your skin, but strong enough to remove dirt and makeup from the face, which can lead to blemishes. Exfoliating cleansers are especially good choices for cleansing the pores and preventing blemishes; you may choose to use a gentle cleanser in the morning and an exfoliating cleanser at night, if it is too harsh on the skin to use twice a day.
Aside from regular twice daily cleansing, deep cleansing treatments can help to clear clogged pores as well. Face masks or deep exfoliating scrubs can be purchased in stores or made using ingredients found around the house, and these can be used weekly for a deeper clean. Facials at a spa can also help to clean out clogged pores, though these can get expensive if they are done on a regular basis.
Some people use tools such as pore extractors to remove dirt and oil from clogged pores, though experts are divided on whether these are a good idea or not. Regardless, you should never squeeze a pore or blemish with the fingers; this can force the oil deeper into the pore, causing the blemish to become worse and potentially leading to scarring. It is best to leave a blemish alone, and if it is absolutely necessary to squeeze it, place a tissue around the fingertips first.
Other products, such as moisturizer and astringent toner, can help to clear clogged pores as well. Toner is applied after washing the face and before moisturizer, and helps to dry up oil on the face; it can be quite drying, however, so it should only be used if necessary. Some moisturizers contain acne-fighting ingredients, such as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, which help to clear existing blemishes and prevent clogged pores in the future.