Is it normal for your face to be covered in blackheads?

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My face is COVERED in blackheads. I've had them since puberty. I was covered in spots when I was younger. I barely get spots anymore but I'm still COVERED in blackheads. My entire nose, my cheeks, and my forehead. Pinching them doesn't get the whole thing out. And I wash my face with a moisturising cream and hot water every morning. Nothing is doing the trick. I've had them for years and it's ruining my self-confidence.
Is it normal to be a 20 year old guy and have these skin issues? And is there something I'm doing wrong? I want them gone!

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  • joybird
    11 years ago

    You need to steam your face over a basin of boiling water with a towel over your head, to open those pores. Keep wiping with a clean cloth or cotton wool until it seems clearer. No chemicals needed.

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    • Mmmpfh
      11 years ago

      That sounds too good to be true. O.o
      My blackheads are very deep, but maybe this'll work over time. I'll give it a try!

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  • crazyladii
    11 years ago

    Get a facial

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  • Pyro-NJ
    11 years ago

    Go to a dermatologist. He got rid of the few in my nose. I now have practically none.

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  • PRETTYPINKPONY
    11 years ago

    o_o i love popping blackheads. come here.

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    • Mmmpfh
      11 years ago

      ._. No more. It hurts!

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  • [Old Memory]
    11 years ago

    Use hot water on a damp cloth too open the pores, then use pore strips, then use clearasil pore cleanse or any other strong pore cleaner. Then do this maybe once every 3 days & see how yoo get on (:

    My sister would love yoo. (she has a thing for popping blackheads :| )

    Good luck ! (: x

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    • Mmmpfh
      11 years ago

      Oh god, so did my ex. It hurt so much. ._.
      Haha, thanks anyway I may try just that!

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  • [Old Memory]
    11 years ago

    go in a sauna or steam room then swim in cold water

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  • CheyChey
    11 years ago

    I feel your pain. i'm a girl 20. i never used to have problems with my skin but hit 20 and bam! pimples left, right & centre. but try not to fret about coz you know what there is no cure for pimples maybe reduce them yeah. there's this cream called "snail gel/jel" you can google it people i've know raved about it never tried it myself (broke) haha but yeah

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  • jonncommen
    11 years ago

    I would highly recommend you use Tea Tree Oil. It's very good for skin. It helps with dandruff, lice, blackheads and just about anything that has to do with skin. It smells horrible but if you can get past that than this might help. You can get it at your local Walmart for $5 a bottle.

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    • Mmmpfh
      11 years ago

      Haha, my Mom buys that stuff. I guess I should ask her about it

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  • Avant-Garde
    11 years ago

    Digestive issues can cause problems with acne. Take digestive enzymes after every meal and see if it helps. If not, you probably should see a doctor.

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    • Mmmpfh
      11 years ago

      Hmm, I do have digestive issues, and not the best diet in the world. Diet-wise I'm improving but a little digestive boost might help. Thanks!

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  • Neapolitana
    11 years ago

    If it is very bothersome to you, you should see a dermatologist:) There are plenty of acne meds out there (you'll prob fight an uphill battle until you find the one that works for you). But in the mean time, try not to stress about it too much. Practically everyone has dealt with acne and no one thinks it's as big of a deal as you do:)

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    • Mmmpfh
      11 years ago

      I'd perfer to stay away from medication if I can. It always seems to affect people in subtle ways and I'd be more comfortable with a more natural treatment. Plus, money constraints, haha!

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      • Captain_Kegstand
        11 years ago

        I saw a dermatologist and he gave me a prescription cream to use on my face that worked WONDERS! I can't remember what it was called though, been years. I just remember he looked like Santa Claus with very rosy cheeks.

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