How to Remove Blackheads At Home

Blackheads are a common problem thanks to pollution, lack of skincare, lack of hygiene, excessive oily skin, clogging pores etc. Blackheads are “clogged hair follicles” that are filled with excess oil, dead skin and bacteria. Not only do blackheads look ugly, but they also increase your pore size with time giving your skin a textured look which usually affects the nose and area surrounding your T-zone. It is important to regularly exfoliate and treat your skin with some much-needed care and you can do it at home..

If you are looking to remove your blackheads, try some of these successful home remedies to clean your skin and stop the formation of the pesky dark spots. You can have the clear skin you've always wanted (and deserve). This article lists the best home remedies that will show you how to remove blackheads at home.

What causes of blackheads on the Face of Parts?

Blackheads are tiny, dark bumps caused by clogged hair follicles. They may appear on your nose, chin, chest, back, and shoulders.Some factors that can be held responsible for the formation of blackheads include:

Excessive production of oil by the sebaceous glands.

Build-up of acne-causing bacteria on your skin.

Accumulation of dead skin cells, which leads to the irritation of your hair follicles.

Hormonal changes during menstruation or while you are on birth control pills, which leads to increased oil production in your body.

Medications like corticosteroids and androgens.

Here are 10 best ways to remove blackhead at home:

Baking Soda and Lemon:

Baking soda has exfoliant properties and hence can help in getting rid of the dead skin cells that can clog the pores and form blackheads. Adding lemon juice to baking soda helps in tightening your skin pores, thus preventing the formation of blackheads(1)

You will  need:

1. 2 tbsp,baking soda
2. ½ cup,lemon juice

How to apply:

1. Mix a tablespoon of baking soda & lemon juice to form a thick paste.
2. Apply this mask to damp, just-cleansed skin
3. Massage the skin gently with your fingers, concentrating on dry patches or problem areas.
4. Let the mask soak in for 10 minutes, and then rinse with lukewarm water.
5. Do this once a week

Wash your face twice daily:

Make sure yours is clean and clear by washing it once in the morning and once at night. Always be sure to remove all makeup before washing your skin (if you’re wearing any). Follow up your face wash routine with a gentle facial moisturizer to keep your skin from over-producing oils which cause blackheads.

Milk & Nutmeg Scrub:

Nutmeg has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties that kill all the clogged bacteria in the pores preventing further acne and blackheads. Milk too has anti-acne properties that helps prevent acne and blemishes and possible blackheads.Both the ingredients have skin beneficial properties that brighten up the skin, unclog pores, nourish and moisturize skin.(2)

Note: if you really want to take it up a notch, use buttermilk instead of regular milk

You Will Need:

1. 2 tbsp, buttermilk
2. 1 tbsp, nutmeg powder

How to Apply:

1. Mix together nutmeg powder and milk to make a paste.
2. Apply it on your nose and wherever you have blackheads and massage using gentle movements for good 3-4 minutes
3. You can also do this on your entire face if you have blackheads and whiteheads everywhere.
4. Rinse off and pat dry.
5. Do this every 2 days 

Clay Mask:

Bentonite clay is a mineral rich healing substance that has been used for centuries to treat a number of ailments, chiefly skin related. Because of its molecules “electrical charge” when wet, it does an amazing job of drawing out oils or other impurities locked in your pores. When you apply the mask your skin gets to drink in all the minerals(3)

You will need:

1. 2 tbsp,bentonite clay
2. ½ cup,Apple cider vinegar 

How to Apply:

1. Mix the clay and Apple cider vinegar together to make a thick paste
2. Apply it thin layer on your nose,face wherever you need and rub with gently for5 minutes
3. You can even apply all over face
4. Let it dry or depending how long you letting it dry
5. Rinse off with lukewarm water and moisturize as usual
6. Do it once a week

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, This one is super easy and effective.(4)

You will need:

1. 2 eggs white
2. 2 tsp,lemon juice
3. Tissues 

How to Apply:

1. Separate the egg whites from the yolk and
2. Beat them in a bowl with two teaspoons of lemon juice.
3. Apply a thin layer of this mixture around your nose,chin,face focusing more on the areas with blackheads.
4. Allow the first layer of the mixture to dry and then place a tissue over your nose.
5. Apply a second layer of the mixture on top of the tissue and allow it to dry.
6. You may go ahead with a third layer if you have too many blackheads.
7. Once dried, you can pull off the layered tissues from your nose,chin,face along with all the blackheads.
8. Wash your face thoroughly to get rid of the raw smell of eggs.
9. You can apply this mask twice a week..

Cinnamon and Honey Strips:

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 (5)

You will need:

1. I tbsp,cinnamon powder
2. 1 tbsp,honey
3. Cotton strips

How to Apply:

1. Mix the honey and cinnamon powder together until enough paste to cover the affected area.
2. Apply in a thin layer over the nose,chin or wherever you have on face
3. Then press a strip of clean cotton over it
4. Leave it around 3-5 minutes before removing
5. Once dry You can pull off the cotton strips over blackheads
6. Rinse off your face with lukewarm water as well as moisturized you face
7. You can apply it 2-3 times a week for best result.

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Steam Facial at Home:

The steam helps in opening the pores on your face, making it easy for you to remove the blackheads(6)

You will need:

1. 1 large bowl,hot steaming water
2. A towel

How to Use:

1. Take a big bowl of steaming hot water and bend over it.
2. Cover your head with a clean towel and stay put for at least 5 minutes.
3. Wipe your face with a towel and try and extract your blackheads with it.
4. Do this once a week.

Wash your pillowcases:

Your pillowcases catch dead skin cells and excess oil from your face when you sleep on them at night. Wash them at least once a week to remove the buildup of dirt from the fabric to help keep your face clear of blackheads.

Green Tea Scrub:

The benefits of green tea need not to be emphasised. When applied on face, the antioxidants in it help to remove impurities, and clear blackheads(9)

You will need:

1. 1 tbsp,dry green leaves
2. 1 tbsp,water

How to Apply:

1. Mix a dry green leaves with water
2. Make a thick paste
3. Apply it for about 15-20 minutes on your affected area
4. Rinse it off with lukewarm water
5. Do it at least twice a week.

Cleanse with oatmeal and Yogurt:

Oatmeal is more than a simple breakfast cereal -- the hearty, nutrient-rich grain is safe to use topically to benefit a number of skin conditions, including blackheads and sensitive, irritated skin. Oatmeal works as a gentle natural cleanser and exfoliant, loosening clogged pores that lead to blackheads. It also contains potent antioxidants and provides moderate anti-inflammatory properties.

You will need:

1. 3 tbsp,yogurt
2. 2 tbsp,oatmeal
3. 3 drops,lemon juice
4. 4 drops,olive oil

How to Apply:

1. Mix yogurt,oatmeal and lemon to make a paste
2. Apply it to the skinby dabbing to the affected area
3. Allow it to set for 10 minutes
4. Then rinse it off with warm water
5. Do it twice a week 

Ways to prevent blackheads:

1. Don’t wash your face with harsh cleansers. This makes your skin overreact and produce more oil, which means your blackheads will be back much faster.
2. DO wash your face twice a day with natural sources. (Say, the no-nonsense daily scrub in the morning and the honey wash with baking soda in the evening.
3. Wear makeup as little as possible.
4. Wash your pillowcase on a weekly basis (to clean off any dead skin cells and oils your face leaves behind on it.
5. Use an astringent like witch hazel or apple cider vinegar after you wash your face and before you moisturize 
6. Once every two weeks, use a facial steam to help open your pores and let them unclog.
7. Consider using the oil cleansing method to wash your face? It’s a great way to get beautiful skin. Naturally, of course.
8. Make a homemade peel-off mask with gelatin and tomato juice.
9. Blot your face with tissue paper throughout the day to soak up oil before it can accumulate.