There are many medicines in the market to treat blackheads, but it’s always good to try natural ways which is easily available around you. Here are few natural and easy home remedies to treat blackheads.
Causes and Symptoms of Blackheads:-
Blackheads are mainly caused by over active oil producing glands of the skin. In some cases, blackheads can also form if sunscreens, moisturizers or make up or excess use of cosmetic products and irritate the skin. It also can be caused due to hormonal changes in the body.
Blackheads are dark spots that develop on the surface of the skin. Usually, they take place on the nose, forehead or in the chin. But most of the time it can appear on any part of the face. Although blackheads are not painful because they are not inflamed like pimples a severe blackheads can lead to acne too.
Home Remedies for Removing Blackheads:-
Remedy 1:- Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is rich in Vitamin C which helps to treat acne and removes blackheads. So mix 1 teaspoon of lemon juice in 1 teaspoon of finely ground cinnamon powder and apply this on the affected area frequently.
Remedy 2:- Honey
Honey has nutrients properties which tighten the skin pores and helps you to give clear complexion. So you can simply apply some pure honey on the blackheads affected parts and leave it for 10 minutes. Later wash it with lukewarm water for positive results.
Remedy 3:- Turmeric Powder
Take 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and mix it with 1 teaspoon of fresh coriander leaves juice. Apply this daily as a face pack before you go to sleep.
Remedy 4:- Cinnamon
Take 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and mix it with honey to form a think and fine paste. Before going to bed apply this paste on the affected parts of blackheads and leave it overnight. Later in the morning wash it with normal water. Repeat this remedy daily once for 1 week for best results.
Remedy 5:- Baking Soda
Put 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a bowl and add some water to become a form of paste. Now apply this paste on the affected parts and let it dry for 10 minutes. Later wash it with lukewarm water. Repeat this remedy 1 or 2 times a week to remove debris from pores.
Remedy 6:- Green Tea Leaves
Take a teaspoon of green tea leaves and make a paste of it by adding some water to it. Apply this paste gently over the affected parts and let it dry for 2 to 3 minutes. Later rinse it with lukewarm water. This will help you to clean oily skin and unclog pores.
Remedy 7:- Mint Toothpaste
Take some mint toothpaste and apply it on the affected part of blackheads. Let it dry for few minutes and rinse it with wet washcloth. This is one of the best home remedy to remove blackheads.
Remedy 8:- Aloe Vera
A simply remedy to deal with blackhead is to apply the raw gel of Aloe Vera on the affected part and let it dry for few minutes. Later rinse it with normal water. This is supposed to soothe as well as heal the area.
Remedy 9:- Fenugreek Leaves
Fenugreek Leaves helps you to remove blackheads easy. So make a thick paste out of Fenugreek Leaves by mixing some water to it. Apply this paste on the blackheads and let it dry for 10 minutes. Later wash it with warm water and repeat this remedy once in a day.
Remedy 10:- Tomato
Take a small tomato, peel and mash it. Before going to bed apply this mash tomato on the affected parts of blackheads and leave it overnight. Later in the morning wash it with clean water.
Remedy 11:- Salt
Salt, honey and lemon juice should be taken in equal proportion and make a scrub. Now gently apply this and massage on the blackheads for 5 minutes and rinse it with water and pat it dry. You can also add yogurt to this mixture.
Remedy 12:- Yogurt
You can add 2 teaspoon of yogurt with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and mix it well. Apply this mixture on the affected part of blackhead.
Do’s and Don’ts:-
- Wash your face regularly.
- Use oil free makeups, lotions.
- Exfoliating scrubs and masks remove dead skin cells from your face and can help reduce blackheads
- Do not squeeze the blackheads. It can damage your skin.
- Always remove makeup before going to bed.
- Using non-oily cleansers or mild soap.
- Use these remedies regularly for positive results. But still if you are not finding good results you can consult a dermatologist.
