Strawberry Nose: Should You Stop Using Pore Strips?
Those little black dots on the nose, often called a “strawberry nose.” It feels satisfying to remove them all at once with a pore strip, but many people say they come right back after a while…
Care methods
- Massage with an oil cleanser
- Tips
- Gently for about 1 minute, a few times a week
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- Tips
- Start with 1–2 times a week and see how your skin responds
- Pore strips
- Tips
- If you use them, keep it occasional and moisturize afterward
| Method | Tips |
|---|---|
| Massage with an oil cleanser | Gently for about 1 minute, a few times a week |
| BHA (salicylic acid) | Start with 1–2 times a week and see how your skin responds |
| Pore strips | If you use them, keep it occasional and moisturize afterward |
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I recommend stopping or greatly reducing use almost every day. Pore strips mainly remove surface plugs, and sebum is produced again, so it’s not unusual for them to look like they’ve come back quickly. The pulling can also cause redness or stinging. If you use them occasionally, follow the instructions and stop if it hurts when you peel it off or your skin feels strongly pulled.
For everyday care, in addition to a cleanser that removes dirt without scrubbing, it’s practical to try a leave-on product containing salicylic acid (BHA), starting at a low frequency. Start with about once or twice a week, while keeping an eye on how your skin responds. Take a break if you develop dryness or irritation, and don’t forget moisturizer and sunscreen during the day. If the dark dots are evenly distributed grayish dots across the whole nose rather than clogged pores, they may be sebaceous filaments. In that case, it may be better to focus on keeping them less noticeable rather than trying to get rid of them completely.