Sometimes, what you put on your skin can come with annoying skin irritation.

It’s why they suggest you apply a soothing emollient under a fitness tracker toprevent chafing.

All that to say, what you wear and use can absolutely affect your skin.

Jamie Schneider

Ahead, find out what to do about these tech-induced breakouts.

How do ear blackheads happen?

Big, big caveat: You never want to attempt extractions at home.

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Leave the squeezing to the professionals, especially near the sensitive ear canal.

However, you’re able to (gently!)

which can help unglue dead skin cells and encourage cell turnover.

The takeaway

Ear blackheads: Yes, they’re gross, but yes, they happen.