But alas, whiteheads are virtually inevitable on occasion.

Luckily though, scarring or other irritation when dealing with them doesn’t have to be.

“This is preferably after you shower, when the skin is softened,” she says.

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If the whitehead does not easily yield, do not continue to press or manipulate the area."

Covering it from the sun until it is healed is also a good idea to prevent scarring.

Of course, the best treatment is prevention.

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Choose the right ingredients in your skin products.

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