Home Remedies for Blackheads, Natural Face Mask

Home Remedies for Blackheads

The US Library of Medicine describes blackheads as small, dark spots on the skin, caused by a small blockage in the opening of a pore.

Blackheads are said to be the first stage of acne. They form before bacteria invade the pores of the patient's skin. A blackhead can develop into a pimple, which is also known as a papule or pustule.

Blackheads and acne in general usually develop after the onset of puberty, when hormone levels surge and reach the skin. Certain hormones overstimulate the sebaceous glands, resulting in the overproduction of sebum.

1.Egg White Mask

Egg whites form an easy mask that can be used to temporarily tighten pores, thus reducing chances of future blackheads, and will also remove current blackheads. Egg whites are also rich in nutrients for your skin, and are a little less drying than some other home remedies for blackheads.

You will need…

-1 egg

-Facial tissue or toilet paper

-A small bowl

-A clean towel

Directions

Separate the yolk from the white and rinse your face. Pat your face dry and then apply a thin layer of egg white over your skin. There are two ways to go from here-

Place a strip of facial tissue or toilet paper over the wet egg white, being sure to press it onto your face gently. Allow the first layer to dry. Carefully apply a second layer of egg white over the tissue (try dipping your fingers in it and dabbing it on so the tissue doesn’t slide around a bunch. Let this layer dry as well before applying a third (optional.) When the mask is dry, your face may feel tight-this is supposed to happen. Peel the tissue off, and then gently wash your face to remove any residue. Pat dry and moisturize as usual.

Alternatively, you can leave out the tissue and simply apply 3-5 layers of egg white, being sure to let each layer dry in between applications. If you do not let the layers dry, this will not work!

2.Green Tea

 Quick Natural Remedies For BlackheadsVitamins and anti-oxidants in green tea help to break up excess oil and reduce inflammation of acne-prone skin.

 Boil eight ounces of water then remove from heat.

 Steep two bags or a tea ball containing about two teaspoons of organic green tea for one hour.

 Pour liquid into a glass or ceramic bowl and cool until lukewarm.

 Dab liquid onto blackheads and let dry (at least ten minutes.

 Rinse with cool water, pat dry, and moisturize.

 Repeat this treatment once per day.

3.Oatmeal and honey face pack

The combination of oatmeal and yogurt is great for keeping your skin free of blackheads.

Mix one teaspoon honey and the juice of four tomatoes in sufficient oatmeal to make a paste.

Scrub it on your skin.

Wash it off after 10 minutes.

Repeat regularly for clear skin.

You can also make a paste by mixing together two tablespoons of oatmeal, three tablespoons of plain yogurt, and small amounts of lemon juice and olive oil. Apply the paste to your entire face, leave for a few minutes and then rinse your face with water.

4.Cinnamon & Honey Strips

It sounds like a delicious candy, but cinnamon and honey make a wonderful combination for getting rid of blackheads. Again, the anti-bacterial agents in the honey can help keep away bacteria that are causing acne (not necessarily blackheads, but still a bonus) as well as act as the adhesive to pull out anything clogging your pores. Cinnamon improves circulation, and this increased blood flow gives your skin a smooth, healthy, glow.

You will need…

- 1 part cinnamon powder

-1 part organic, raw, honey

-Clean strips of cotton

Directions

Mix the honey and the cinnamon together until you have enough paste to cover the affected area. Apply in a thin layer over the blackheads and then press a strip of clean cotton over it. Let it sit for 3-5 minutes before removing and rinsing your face. Don’t forget to follow up with a moisturizer!

5.Tomatoe face pack

Tomatoes have natural antiseptic properties that dry up blackheads. Take a small tomato, peeled and mashed, then apply it over the blackheads before going to bed. Leave overnight and then wash your face with clean water in the morning.

Read more: Natural Ways to Remove Blackheads on Face and Nose

6.Toothpaste - face

Apply a thin layer of toothpaste over the blackheads, leave for 25 minutes and wash your face gently with warm water. Repeat this remedy for two weeks to be free from blackheads. 

8.Oatmeal and yogurt face pack

A mixture of oatmeal and yogurt is good for the skin and helps banish blackheads. Mix 2 tablespoons of oatmeal with 3 tablespoons of yogurt, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and olive oil to it, mix all these ingredients well till it forms a paste. Apply the mixture on the face, leave for 10-15 minutes and wash your face with cold water.

9.Turmeric

Turmeric, which works well for minor burns, can also be used to treat blackheads.

Mix some turmeric powder with two tablespoons of mint juice. Apply it to the affected areas. Allow it to dry for a few minutes and then wash the area with lukewarm water.

You can also make a thick paste by mixing red sandalwood, turmeric powder and milk together. Apply it on the affected area and after 10 minutes wash the skin with water.

10 Epsom Salt

Another effective and natural way to treat blackheads is Epsom salt.

Mix one teaspoon of Epsom salt and a few drops of iodine in a little hot water until the salt dissolves completely. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.

Use a cotton ball to apply to the mixture on the affected area. Allow the mixture to dry.

Use a clean washcloth to gently wash it off.