The best blackhead removers to give pores a good clear-out

When it comes to targeting those pesky blackheads and blemishes, Kate Somerville is a firm favourite. The whipped texture of this daily cleanser purifies and protects, working to keep pores clear and oil production balanced, while also giving you a healthy glow.

Tried & tested by Style Writer Phoebe Denman: This purifying cleanser practically banishes blackheads and it works, thanks to the sulfur and natural oat extract in its formula. I’ve been using it morning and night, but I also like to use it as a mask once a week to prevent new breakouts.

This clarifying mask has encapsulated charcoal beads in it that burst upon massaging into the skin and help to detoxify pores. It also contains salicylic acid which helps to clear out pores, as well as controlling excess sebum production.

Tried & tested by Style Writer Phoebe Denman: I use this pore-minimising mask when I really need a heavy hitter to give my complexion a good detox. It’s a gentle clay mask and has helped so much with my oily, acne-prone skin.

This blackhead-busting tool not only minimises the appearance of large pores but also reduces oil congestion and lifts and tones the skin. To use, just dampen the skin, then turn on the extract mode and gently glide the tool in an upward and outward motion across your face with the front side turned down.

Customer review: This is like a spa day right in the comfort of your own home! This device seriously delivers. The PMD Wave Pro uses innovative microcurrent technology to tone, firm and rejuvenate your skin. After just a few sessions, I noticed a significant improvement in the texture and elasticity of my skin.

Use this blackhead remover set to gently push out unwanted blemishes in hard-to-reach places like the contours of the nose. For any type or size blackhead, this set has four different types of extractors and is made with stainless steel for extra strength and minimised irritation.

Customer review: Every tool has a purpose, great for popping spots and removing blackheads in awkward areas (chin and nose). Definitely recommend!

This pick from Tweezerman works to effectively press out blackheads and whiteheads and unclog pores. Make sure to use a hot towel or take a steamy shower or bath before using to open pores.

Customer review: My skin has been begging for this! I use it after a bath or when warm, glide it across the needy areas of my skin and voila – it expels what is trapped within. When I first got it I wasn’t sure it would work as my previous tool just had a small round hole, however, while that used to leave circles on my face, the Tweezerman does not.

With exfoliating acids, this skin texture-improving treatment gently dissolves dulling skin cells. The best part? It also contains a hydrating cocktail of ingredients, so your skin stays moisturised while fighting the appearance of blackheads.

Customer review: This mask gives you baby skin in 15 minutes. Incredible results!

If you have deep-rooted blackheads, opt for this Foreo device that will both remove blackheads and exterminate any remaining bacteria under the skin to prevent future breakouts with its blue LED light. If you’re looking to spend a bit of cash on a splurge-worthy blackhead remover that works, this gentle tool is the way to go.

Customer review: If you suffer from oily t-zone with blackheads and whiteheads and unfer your chin etc., this really clears them! I also have pigmentation from sun damage and this has actually lightened it. Overall my skin is so much brighter from day one and my pores are clear.