How to Get Rid of Clogged Pores on Nose : All Need to Know

How can I remove those pesky little dots on my nose? It makes my nose look like a strawberry! Why can’t it just go away? You’ve probably asked yourself some of these questions at least once upon seeing your dotted nose in the mirror.

Clogged pores, also called “comedones,” are an inevitable nuisance for almost everyone. Only rare individuals with perfect skin are spared from this. The nose is where clogged pores can be noticed quickly, and we’ve all wondered how to get rid of them at some point in our lives.

So why does it happen? According to Dr. Mehmet Oz, this occurs because the oil produced by the skin, also known as sebum, acts like a glue, binding dead cells, which in turn clogs your pores.

There are no simple, easy ways to eliminate clogged pores on your nose. But as with any process that takes effort, the satisfaction from the results far outweighs the trouble of getting there.

The satisfaction I received when I successfully got rid of them made me write this article. I’ve made it my mission to help anyone suffering from this problem, as I know how this can affect your overall image. So here is an easy-to-follow tutorial for clogged pores removal. The result will leave you with a silky smooth nose and boost your confidence.

Causes behind the nose pores:

Many causes are responsible for clogged nose pores. Some of them are as follows:

• Excessive oil production: Sebaceous glands work at rocket speed in oily skins, producing too much sebum that causes enlarged or clogged pores.
• Acne: Acne results when dead skin cells & skin oil clog hair follicles on the nose, causing clogged nose pores.
• Gender: Women have fewer clogged nose pores than men because testosterone stimulates sebaceous glands that cause nose pores to appear more prominent.
• Age: With every birthday you celebrate, your skin loses its collagen & elasticity, causing your skin to stretch and pores to appear more prominent. When you celebrate a golden jubilee birthday, your skin is in the thickening stage, and minuscule skin cells gather around your skin pores, causing pores to look bigger.
• Genetics: One of the causes behind clogged nose pores is genetics, of which you can do nothing. If your mother or father has an enlarged nose and clogged pores, you must face it.
• Hormonal fluctuations: If you are a menstrual factory, then from the onset of puberty, you may face the issue.
• Caffeine consumption: If you are an alcoholic or even a coffeeholic, you will face clogged nose pores as Caffeine increases sebum production.
• Sun Burn: Excessive exposure to the sun causes nose skin to be susceptible to damage and pores to appear large.
• Humidity & Heat: Humid and warm temperature conditions open up pores more than cool & dry temperature conditions, and nose pores become more visible.
• Poor Exfoliation Routine: Following no exfoliation routine leads to the building of dead skin cells that cause clogged pores.

What will you need to follow in this tutorial?

• Facial cleanser (exfoliator)  (Tip: aspirin pills, dissolved and crushed with a few drops of warm water, can be used as a cheaper substitution for this. Of course, not safe for people allergic to aspirin).
• Steamer (If you are on a tight budget, use a more oversized towel and a pot with boiling water as an alternative).
• ​Comedone extractor
• ​Alcohol
• ​Cotton balls
• Toner

Alternative:

There is a simple and possibly cheaper alternative to this: a strange mix of school glue and activated charcoal.

According to this daily mail article, an Instagram user suggested this method as an effective way to unclog pores.

You will need the following:

• Activated charcoal pills
• Non-toxic school glue
• A brush

However, people with sensitive skin shouldn’t resort to this method, as the long-term effects of applying glue on your skin are not fully known. It is also slightly less effective than the first method. Because of these reasons, I would only recommend this if you can’t gather everything you need for the first method.

Step-by-step instructions:

Step one: Clean your face thoroughly

This is the first and most crucial step, as your face needs to be completely clean for the whole process to be successful.

– Wash your face with warm water

– Clean your face with an exfoliator. Alternatively, you can use a combination of crushed aspirin and warm water, as mentioned.

– Wash out with warm water again

Step two: Open up pores using steam

It’s important to remember that your face needs to be fully clean before this step. Makeup should be removed too. This wikiHow article explains that makeup can even further clog your pores.

• Boil a pot of water
• Pour boiled water into a bowl and throw in a bag of tea or aromatic oils. This means it will double as aromatherapy.
• ​Place your face over the bowl, covering your head with a towel.
• Wait for 5-10 minutes, and you’re all set for the next step.

Alternatively, if you have a steamer specifically for this purpose, you can use this, as it is a simpler and faster solution.

Step three: Unclog pores with a comedone extractor

Beware, as this step might be a little painful, but I promise the result is worth it.

• Clean the comedone extractor, first using boiling water and then with medicinal alcohol. But first, it needs to be thoroughly disinfected.
• Bring the extractor to your nose, and press hard until you see the gunk come out of the pores.
• Repeat this step until you cover the entire area of your nose, and clean every pore.

Step four: Apply toner to your face

The final step is applying toner to your face and gently rubbing it with a cotton ball. Again, wait for the toner to soak in, and you will get excellent results.

Your nose might seem a little red and irritated at first, but give it time, and I promise you will get silky smooth, clean skin that you will be proud of.

The steps can be seen in this excellent youtube tutorial video by the Acne Channel. Be careful, though, as the content is slightly graphic, and you should skip it if you have a queasy stomach.

Alternative: DIY charcoal mask

Charcoal masks are steadily becoming prevalent due to their effectiveness in unclogging pores. However, those masks can reach astronomical prices, so here’s a do-it-yourself version of this, made using non-toxic glue and activated charcoal.

Step one: Mix the mask

Mix a couple of charcoal pills with safe school glue. According to this tutorial by Nadia from Body Unburdened, regular charcoal cannot be used for this purpose, as only activated charcoal has the needed properties. Also, be careful not to use a metal spoon, as activated charcoal can extract toxins from metal.

Step two: Apply the mask with a brush

Use a brush to evenly apply the mixture to your nose and wait for it to dry. The process of drying off should be pretty quick, maybe around 5 minutes.

Step three: Remove the mask

Gently remove the mask from your nose once it dries off. Some discomfort is expected, so do it slowly and calmly. Once you remove it, you will see the gunk from your pores on the dried-off mask.

While this method is cheap and simple, be warned that sensitivity to this DIY mask is possible, as this is not a product strictly made for cosmetic purposes. In addition, the effects of using glue on your face, even the weak school glue, might not be so good for your skin, should recommend this only alternative.

If you can, use the first method, which is 100% safe and effective.

The full video step-by-step guide for the charcoal mask alternative method can be seen in this excellent video by a famous YouTuber, Nicole Skyes.

​When should I visit the Dermatologist?

If the therapy above doesn’t work for you, even after applying it for a longer time, it may be time to visit a dermatologist.

The Dermatologist may provide you with a customized treatment plan according to your skin type and pores condition, ranging from medication to in-clinic treatment to control your enlarged pores.

Some of the recommendations that derma may give:

1. Chemical peels: The procedure uses a solution that removes the skin’s damaged outer layer, exposing healthier and new skin present underneath. Different chemical peels available in the market include Citric, Glycolic, malic & lactic acid. But which peels are best for you? Only a dermatologist can recommend them.
2. Microdermabrasion: Special tools tipped with diamond crystal are used to remove the skin’s top layer, thereby removing dead skin cells and excess oils. The procedure reduces the appearance of enlarged pores.
3. Over-The-Counter (OTC) Acne Products: Your doctor may recommend OTC acne products containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Benzoyl peroxide is a good choice if your nose pores have more concern than newly produced nose acne issues rather than the pore size. Otherwise, salicylic acid performs best in unclogging clogged pores.
4. Laser Therapy: If you are growing older, it is perfect for you as it stimulates collagen production using focused light. It improves the texture of your thick skin, and larger pores appear smaller.

Conclusion

So there you have it: the simple solution to your blackheads, whiteheads, or any clogged pore problems. This comprehensive guide will help you achieve your goal no matter the reason for your nose-cleaning initiative.

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial, and please share it if you have. Let’s also help other people with this problem to get their solution.

Your satisfaction is essential to me, so let me know in the comments section if this tutorial was helpful to you. As I’ve mentioned, my goal is to help everyone with this problem and to let people feel the satisfaction of having a clean, smooth nose.