Can squeezing blackheads lead to rosacea?

Jul 26, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have blackheads on my nose, and they’re so annoying that I constantly squeeze them. Could squeezing blackheads lead to rosacea?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Gang
Blackhead extraction does not cause this condition; rather, it results from using substandard skincare products containing hormones or from inadequate treatment at beauty salons. It is also associated with poor daily dietary and hygiene habits. It is recommended to visit a hospital to check for endocrine abnormalities, cleanse the skin thoroughly every day, and exfoliate once weekly. However, repeated squeezing may enlarge the hair follicle openings, ultimately leading to structural abnormalities of the nasal tip and worsening rosacea.