How to Get Rid of Blackheads, According to Top Dermatologists Blackheads, much like cockroaches, are the worst for this very reason: Every time you squeeze one of them away, you find dozens more to tackle. (How's that for a fun visual?) We turned to eight top dermatologists to find out how to get rid of them — for good. First, understand exactly what blackheads are, so you don't damage your skin by trying to scrub them away. "Blackheads are just an oxidized mix of oil and