White heads occur when the sebum or oil in your skin becomes trapped within the pore, and manifests as a swollen, white spot on your face, says Acne.org. White heads are especially prevalent on the T-zone area, which includes the forehead, nose and chin, because these areas produce the most oil. You can get rid of white heads on your chin by gently eliminating them through a careful skin care routine that ensures that oil production is slowed and pores are kept clear.
Step 1
Pop the white heads the right way, if you must. While most dermatological experts will tell you to leave the white head alone and allow it to heal, if you must pop it, apply heat to the area with a heat compress, says the MySkinCareGuru website. Warm a wash cloth under hot water and apply to skin. Wash your hands well with antibacterial soap, then wrap your fingers in facial tissue. Apply pressure to either side of the white head until it erupts, then apply an antibacterial ointment over the area to avoid infection.
Step 2
Wash your face daily with a gentle cleanser. Using a harsh cleanser several times a day will only serve to dry out your skin and speed up oil production, especially on prone-to-oil areas like your chin. Instead wash no more than twice per day and use a non-drying product that is free of soap.
Step 3
Exfoliate twice a week to help slough off dead skin cells that can cause clogged pores along your chin. You can use a store-bought exfoliating wash, or make your own by adding baking soda to your face wash, or mixing a handful of oatmeal with sugar and milk to create a paste. Rub in a circular motion on your skin to remove the dead skin.
Step 4
Treat your existing white heads and fight new white heads on your chin by applying an ointment that contains benzoyl peroxide. Designed to dry out the oil that can cause clogged pores on the chin, the CareFair website notes that benzoyl peroxide also has an antibacterial effect to rid your chin of the dirt and germs that could be causing clogged pores.
Step 5
Keep your hands away from your face. You likely rest your chin in your hands without even realizing it, and unwittingly transfer germs from your hand onto your chin, resulting in white heads. Find something to keep your hands busy so you're less likely to cause more problems.
Step 6
Visit the dermatologist if cleansing, treatment and behavioral changes don't clear up the white heads on your chin. You may need a prescription topical ointment or even oral medication to help solve the problem.
Things You'll Need
- Wash cloth
- Antibacterial soap
- Facial tissue
- Antibacterial ointment
- Gentle cleanser
- Exfoliating wash
- Baking soda
- Oatmeal
- Sugar
- Milk
- Ointment with benzoyl peroxide
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