The best face masks for blackheads
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Our go-to formulas for clearing clogged pores
If your regular skin care routine isn’t keeping those dreaded blackheads away, it’s time to turn to a mask.
Blackheads are pores that have been clogged by oil and dead skin cells, so it’s no surprise that charcoal and clay face masks are the preferred formulas for giving blackhead-prone skin a good clean and clear. Also look out for acids in your formula, as they help break down stubborn debris that sets up home inside your pores.
Now, blackhead masks aren’t like your usual pampering, hydrating masks - they are real go-getters who come to work. Rather than a more potent version of a moisturiser, think of them as a supercharged cleanser. Use them about two to three times a week at first, then as your skin starts to clear, just top up with a weekly application as a regular preventative measure.
Good to know: You may have seen all the recent hype on YouTube around using a blackhead peel off mask, however when we asked an expert whether it’s actually good for your skin, she had these words of caution to share.
Looking for a great face mask to send your blackheads packing? Our Beauty Crew team and SUPERcrew members rate these ones as their favourites. Read their blackhead mask reviews below to find your perfect match.
![Sand & Sky Flash Perfection Exfoliating Treatment](/media/29907/sand-sky-flash-perfection-exfoliating-treatment.jpg?width=675)
![La-Roche Posay Effaclar Sebo-Controlling Mask](/media/29901/la-roche-posay-effaclar-sebo-controlling-mask.jpg?width=675)
![L’Oréal Paris Pure Clay Detoxifying & Brightening Charcoal Mask](/media/29902/loreal-paris-pure-clay-detoxifying-brightening-charcoal-mask.jpg?width=675)
![Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Oil-Absorbing Mask](/media/29905/paulas-choice-skin-balancing-oil-absorbing-mask.jpg?width=675)
![Sukin Oil Balancing Anti-Pollution Facial Masque](/media/29908/sukin-oil-balancing-anti-pollution-facial-masque.jpg?width=675)
![Innisfree Super Volcanic Clay Mousse Mask](/media/29900/innisfree-super-volcanic-clay-mousse-mask.jpg?width=675)
![Cosmedix Detox Activated Charcoal Mask](/media/29898/cosmedix-detox-activated-charcoal-mask.jpg?width=675)
![Philosophy Purity Made Simple Pore Extractor Exfoliating Clay Mask](/media/29906/philosophy-purity-made-simple-pore-extractor-exfoliating-clay-mask.jpg?width=675)
![Glamglow Supermud Clearing Mask](/media/29899/glamglow-supermud-clearing-mask.jpg?width=675)
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Chelsea is BEAUTYcrew’s Contributing Editor. She has a sweet spot for anything that claims to make skin glow and won’t leave the house without a slick of mascara. Chelsea has 10 years of experience as a beauty editor and her words can be found on BEAUTYcrew, Women’s Health, Daily Addict, The Joye and Primped.