Popping and picking at blackheads can be tempting, but it’s probably not worth it. Not only can you cause damage to your skin, but also, blackheads aren’t as harmful to your skin as you might think.

“It is very tempting to squeeze blackheads. Blackheads are dilated pores filled with keratin, or dead skin cells,” Anna Guanche, board-certified dermatologist and beauty expert, told INSIDER. “When the cells dry at the top and are exposed to oxygen, they oxidize, turning black.”

Here’s why it’s time to stop messing with your blackheads, according to dermatologists and skin-care experts.

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If you’re stocked up on SPF primers, foundations, bronzers, and beyond, we applaud your dedication to protecting yourself from the sun. But–sorry to disappoint–SPF makeup is just no substitute for real deal sunscreen.

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Bringing a life into this world is an incredibly beautiful thing, but it’s also an enormous responsibility. From the second conception occurs, everything a mom-to-be inhales, ingests, absorbs and is exposed to can affect her developing baby. We all know to avoid drinking alcohol, eat healthy and stop smoking, but you also need to take a close look at the beauty and skin care products you’re using.

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While some people with oily skin might think that using a moisturizer will make their skin even more greasy, it’s actually quite the opposite. Your skin is left dry after cleansing, so when you skip moisturizer, your body responds by producing more oil to correct the dryness. Finding the right oily skin moisturizer can be challenging. That’s why it’s important to select a moisturizer carefully, especially since you want to balance absorbing oil with keeping your skin hydrated.

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