The white stuff that comes out of your pores like thin strings when you squeeze your nose is called a sebaceous filament. It’s mostly made up of sebum (oil that your skin produces) and dead skin cells ...

The best way to remove blackheads is by using exfoliating ingredients, regulating oil production, and keeping pores clear.

Blackheads often appear on the nose because it has a concentrated amount of oil-producing glands. You can try to squeeze a blackhead out but if that doesn't work the first try, see a dermatologist.

Sebaceous filaments are harmless features that help keep your skin moist. They may sometimes form blackheads, but on their own, they’re naturally occurring and should be left alone. Share on Pinterest ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In the age of filters and air brushing, it can be difficult to remember what real skin actually looks ...

Dermatologist Sandra Lee, MD, a.k.a. Dr. Pimple Popper posted a short video of a blackhead extraction from the side of a patient's nose that she compares to an "alfalfa sprout." She uses a comedone ...

In the video, Dr. Pimple Popper uses one of her signature comedone extractors to go to work on her patient's nose. She spots a huge blackhead at the tip of his nose, and as she presses down, a 'maggot ...

In the age of filters and air brushing, it can be difficult to remember what real skin actually looks like, especially up close. So if you’ve ever noticed a cluster of tiny, tan or brownish dots on ...