Acne comes in many shapes, sizes, and colors — and sometimes, the skin condition doesn’t look like an obvious blemish at all. Take blackheads, those pesky dark-colored gunk-filled spots. If you’ve ...

It can be tempting to try to remove blackheads by squeezing, but this can damage the skin and cause redness. Gentler methods such as salicylic acid, retinoids, and chemical peels can be beneficial.