Blackheads are often caused by over active sebaceous glands.The blackheads are plugged with sebum and sloughed off cells and undergoes a chemical reaction that results in the oxidation of melanin.
The residue formed in the follicle is responsible for providing black colour to the blackheads.
One can reduce blackheads with a solid skin care regime and a few simple treatments, said a blog post published in Stylish.in.
HOME REMEDIES FOR BLACKHEADS:
1. Cleanse your skin twice daily using an antibacterial cleanser.
For best results, choose a cleanser that contains salicylic acid—an effective ingredient for combating blackheads.
2. Use good toner or astringent on your skin, helps to reduce the excess oil that is produced on the skin.
3. Exfoliate. Dead skin cells reside on the surface of your skin, clogging your pores and exacerbating blackheads. If you regularly remove these cells, you’ll experience fewer blackheads and clearer skin.
Use a facial scrub to exfoliate your face two to three times weekly.
4. Steam your skin. The steam will penetrate your pores, helping to loosen blackhead-causing bacteria and debris.
Wash your face with cool water after your treatment and pat dry with a clean towel.
5. Applying a mixture of lemon juice and honey is one of the most popular home remedies for Blackheads on skin.
6. The application of a mixture of one teaspoon lime juice and one teaspoon cinnamon powder is also beneficial in the natural treatment of Blackheads.
Turmeric powder can also be added in this mixture.
7. Simply applying warm honey for about 15 minutes is also one of the most highly beneficial Blackhead removal home remedies.
It can also be used as a homemade scrub when used in combination with sugar.
8. Daily apply a fresh mashed tomato on the affected areas in order to heal this problem.
This is one of the simplest natural home remedies for Blackheads on nose and face.
9. Application of undiluted lemon juice 2-3 times a day on the affected areas will remove blackheads.