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Also referred to as comedones, the blackheads are small bumps with either black or yellowish color. Even though this skin problem is common in all generations of people, teenagers are the most affected. The cause for blackheads is mainly the development of clog in and around hair follicles` opening. The clogging is usually accompanied by the proportion of sebum, dead cells, and dirt. However, it isn’t dirt that makes the bumps gain a darker appearance. Basically, the oxidization that occurs due to the exposition of pores to air leads to the development of blackheads.
Over-the-counter products are not always the best solution to this skin issue. There are many home remedies that work even better. In addition, they are very cheap and affordable because they require ingredients which are present in every kitchen.
List of 5 Most Effective Home Remedies for Blackheads
1. Oatmeal Facial Mask
The oatmeal facial mask is one of the best ways of eliminating those annoying blackheads. It is the most natural exfoliator and as such, it is able to suck all the excess oils found on the surface of your skin. It leaves the skin softer as never before.
Ingredients:
- 3-5 teaspoons of water
- 1 tablespoon of oatmeal
Just add the oatmeal in water and mix well until you get a thick paste. Apply the paste on your face (avoiding the eyes and mouth). Let the paste sit on your face for about 15-20 minutes. Then, rinse your face thoroughly with lukewarm water.
2. Bentonite Clay
Speaking of skin related issues, bentonite clay is the first thing that brings to mind. Interestingly, once the clay gets wet, its molecules gain an electrical charge and clean the skin of all impurities and excess of oils. Apart from being capable of eliminating the blackheads, this bentonite clay provides the skin with important minerals.
Ingredients:
- Water
- 1 tablespoon of bentonite clay
Put the clay in water and mix well until you get a thick and smooth paste. Put the paste all over your face so that you create a thin layer. Let it stay for 15-25 minutes in order to dry. Finally, rinse well.
3. Facial Steaming
Facial steaming is definitely the fastest and easiest home remedy for blackheads. This all-natural solution pulls out the blackhead by loosening up the facial skin.
Ingredients:
- A small pan to boil water
- A lemon
- A clean towel
You will need about 4 cups of clean water which you will pour into a pan and bring to boil. Once it reaches the boiling temperature, remove it from the stove and add one lemon rind. Take a clean towel and put it over your head. Then, move your face close to the steam that comes from the pan. Make sure you don’t get too close to the steam because you may burn your skin. Stay in this position for 4-5 minutes, take off the towel, and wash the face.
4. Honey and Milk Pore Strips
Another very effective method for getting rid of the blackheads is the honey and milk pore strips. These two ingredients have a very positive effect on skin separately, but when combined, they work even better and pull out the blackheads.
Ingredients:
- Sterile cotton strip
- 1 tablespoon of milk
- 1 tablespoon of raw, organic honey
Mix a tablespoon of milk with a tablespoon of organic, raw honey. Heat the mixture in a microwave for a couple of seconds and then mix again. Once the mixture is cooled down, apply a layer of it on each blackhead. Then, place a sterile cotton strip over it. Let it dry and remove the strip after 15-20 minutes. Finally, rinse with cold water.
5. Egg White Mask
Apart from being capable of removing the blackheads, this home remedy will lower the chance of such future occurrence because the egg white tightens the pores. However, the egg white won`t dry your skin as the rest of home remedies do.
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- One clean towel
- 1 clean bowl
- A facial tissue paper
The first thing you should do is to wash your face before applying the mask. Then, break the egg and remove the white from the yoke. Put a bit of the tissue in the egg white and then press it onto your face. Wait for a couple of minutes to dry and then apply another layer of egg white. Then, again wait for a few minutes. When you feel that your face is tightening, take off the tissue and wash your face thoroughly.