Every individual desires to have clear skin with a glowing face. Having said that, nothing can bring down an individual’s mood than blackheads or acne on their previously unsullied face.
Getting rid of blackheads – for good – is a process that requires the right products, a systematic skin care plan and sometimes even the help of pros. Here, we will be discussing about blackheads, its causes and remedies.
Blackheads are the pores that come with larger openings, gets clogged with the dirt as well as dead skin. These are special kind of dark acne lesion, so-called because they contain oxidized melanin, the pigment made by skin cells called melanocytes.
According to ULM (US Library of Medicine), blackheads appear as small dark spots on our skin because of clogged hair follicles. The surface of blackhead may look dark brown or black. Normally, blackheads form mainly on our face but it can also appear on the chest, back, arms, neck as well as shoulders. If you are successful enough to remove blackheads at its primary stage, you will be able to protect the growth of acne on your face.
If you want to take the precautionary measures, first of all you have to know what it is, what causes blackheads and natural home remedies to get rid of it.
There can be numerous reasons behind the cause of blackheads; some of the most common ones are listed below:
- Oily skin.
- Heavy sweating or high humidity.
- Cosmetics, cleansers, and clothing those block pores.
- Hormonal changes during teen years, menstrual period and pregnancy.
- Taking birth control pills.
- Lack of adequate water.
- Build-up of propionic bacterium acne on your skin.
As we have already listed the causes of blackheads, let’s head towards some of the solutions and help you get clear, beautiful face.
DIY Home remedies for blackheads
- Egg white mask
It is very easy to prepare egg white mask at home quickly. This mask tightens the pores of the face temporarily, which will not only remove your current blackheads but also reduce the chance of blackheads appearing in the future.
Direction:
You will just need an egg and a few strips of tissue paper, clean towel and a small bowl to make a mask. At first, separate the yolk from the white and slowly rinse your face. Place a strip of facial tissue over the wet egg white and make sure to press it gently. Let the first layer dry, and carefully apply a second layer of egg white over the tissue (try dipping your fingers in it and dabbing it on, so that the tissue doesn’t slide around a bunch).Your face may feel tight which is supposed to happen. Peel the tissue off, and then gently wash your face to remove any residue.
Note: If you want to put on the mask 3 to 5 times a day, then make sure that before placing the next layer, previous layer must be dry enough. It you fail to do this properly,it won’t work.
- Honey and Cinnamon Strips
Another ingredient that can help youget rid of blackheads is the combination of honey and cinnamon. Honey has antibacterial properties while cinnamon is effective in improving skin’s blood circulation. The combination of both will bring a great result.
Direction:
Mix one spoon of honey and one spoon of cinnamon powder together, until both form a paste. Apply a thin layer of paste over your affected area. Now, press a clean strip of cotton over it. Wait for 3 to 5 minutes, then remove the paste and clean your face gently, but keep in mind, after cleaning your face you should use a moisturizer for better results.
- Lemon
The main cause of blackhead is open pores reacting to oxygen, which can be controlled by the shrinking of pores. Lemon is considered as an astringent substance that can shrink out the pores.
Direction:
Rinse your face and tap dry. Squeeze the lemon juice into a small bottle and use just enough to dampen a cotton ball. Apply it to the affected areas 3 to 4 times a week during bed time. After you wake up, wash your face with lukewarm water and use moisturizer to soften your face. But the point that is to be noted is lemon can lighten your skin; it can make skin sensitive to sun. So, use of sun screenduring summer time is highly recommended.
- Sweat it out
`Sweating is also considered beneficial to minimize blackheads. When you work out, the sweat naturally flows over and softens anything clogging the pores. But make sure that you wash your face immediately before and after the work out, because it can be detrimental.