Blackheads are small spots on the skin which appear when the pores become clogged with sebum, keratin, and skin debris.
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Even though the blackheads are not dangerous, they can be very unattractive since they appear on noticeable areas, such as the chin and the nose.
Eliminating Blackheads Fast
There are many commercial products on the market that promise a quick removal of blackheads. However, these products cannot always provide you with the desired results, and often they can be responsible for causing some adverse effects.
Fortunately, there are some effective remedies that can help you to solve this problem safely and naturally. Here are 4 home remedies that will remove your blackheads in no time.
Green Tea
Ingredients:
- A cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of green tea leaves
- Napkin
Instructions:
Add the green tea leaves and the water in a bowl, and mix them until they are well combined. Apply the mixture on the problematic area and rub your skin for 3 minutes. Afterward, wash your face with water and pat it dry with a napkin.
Honey and Cinnamon
Ingredients:
- Raw honey
- Cinnamon powder
- Cotton strips
Instructions:
Mix two parts honey and one part cinnamon until you get a paste. Apply the paste on the blackheads and press a cotton strip over the affected area. Leave it to act for 3 to 5 minutes before removing the strip. Then, wash your face with water and apply some moisturizer.
Egg White
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- Facial tissue or toilet paper
Instructions:
Rinse your face and pat it dry with a towel. Separate the egg yolk from the white, and apply a thin layer of the egg white on your blackheads.
Place a strip of toilet paper or facial tissue over the affected area, and press it gently onto your skin. Leave the mask on your skin until it dries.
Once the mask has dried, peel the paper off and rinse your skin to remove any residue. Then, pat your face dry and apply a moisturizer.
Sugar
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of white or brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons of jojoba oil
- Aromatic essential oil (optional)
Instructions:
Mix the above-listed ingredients and put the mixture into a glass jar. Store the jar in a dark and cool place for further use.
Rinse your face and apply the mixture on your wet skin. Gently massage the problematic area for a couple of minutes. Leave the mixture to act for half an hour, and then wash your face with water. Afterward, apply a moisturizer.
