Blackheads Home Remedies

Blackish bumps on the skin are called blackheads. They are nothing more than blocked pores filled with oil deposits and dead skin cells. They are part of pimples which appear on the face, back, chest and any other parts of the body that have sebaceous glands. Blackheads are higher in number when compared to pimples. They are dominant in persons with oily skin and get worsened when exposed to pollution. Proper hygiene is a key to get cured of blackheads. There are many alternative skin treatments, like laser therapy, which you can follow but it is advisable to stick to natural ways.


Home Remedy For Blackheads

• Make a paste of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves & apply the paste on the affected area for about 10 to 15 minutes. Wash off with warm water. Do it on regular basis.
• Steam opens the blocked pores, taking steam would be beneficial. After taking steam, rub the affected region with a towel for 1-2 minutes. Thereafter, splash it with cold water.
• Another effective home remedy comprises of a face wash, made of lime juice and milk. Add 1 tbsp fresh lime juice to 200ml of boiled milk & use this as a face wash regularly.
• Make a paste of 5 gm sandalwood and 5 gm turmeric, along with some milk. Apply this paste on the affected area and wash off, after it dries.
• Mix almond powder with rose water to form a paste. Apply this paste on the affected area and keep it on till it dries. Later, wash it off with warm water.
• Application of lukewarm honey on the affected area is also effective in removal of blackheads. After it dries  up, wash the face with water.
• Mix equal amounts of groundnut oil and fresh lime juice. Apply this on the affected area and wash it off after 10 to 15 minutes.
• Egg white can also be used. Beat the white portion of the egg and apply on the affected area. Wash off with water. While wiping the area, scrub it lightly with the towel.
• Mix 3 tbsp honey and 1 tsp cinnamon powder in a bowl. Apply this on the affected area and leave it overnight. Wash off the next morning.
• Squeeze grapes pulp and apply it on blackhead affected area, let it dry for 15-20 minutes, and wash your face with warm water.

Do's & Don't s:

• Wash face regularly with soap & avoid the skin to become oily.
• Do not use oil based cosmetics. Instead, use natural herb based cosmetics.
• Never ever squeeze blackheads as they will increase the infection in other areas of skin.
• Use natural scrubs for removing dead skin.
• Drink juices & water to keep your skin hydrated.
• Avoid stressful work as much as possible.