Don’t squeeze or scrub blackheads: Here are 5 natural ways to clear the dark bumps

Squeezing or scrubbing at blackheads can make them worse. Here are five best home remedies to get rid of blackheads naturally.

Written By: Editorial Team | Published : February 4, 2020, 4:01 PM

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Blackheads are small, dark lesions that appear on your skin due to clogged hair follicles. They are a mild type of acne usually appear on the face. But they can also appear on the back, chest, arms, and shoulders. Blackheads are formed by oxidized melanin, the dark pigment made by cells in the skin. When pores in the skin become plugged, the collected sebum oil or dead skin cells in the open pore react with oxygen in the air and turn black. This is how a blackhead is formed. Know that blackheads are not formed by trapped dirt, and their development is not related to the cleanliness of the skin. Factors like age and hormonal changes can increase the chance of developing blackheads. While they can appear at any age, blackheads are most common during puberty, when the change in hormone levels leads to increased sebum production. Squeezing or scrubbing at blackheads can make them worse. Then what is the best method for blackhead removal? Here are five best home remedies to get rid of blackheads naturally.

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Cornstarch and vinegar mixture: Mix cornstarch and vinegar to form a thick paste. Apply the paste on the blackhead affected area and leave it for 15-20 minutes. First rinse off with warm water, and then with cold water or an ice cube to close the pores. Also Read - Andhra Pradesh reports 12 COVID-19 cases, 4 deaths in three weeks; health department urges vigilance

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Baking soda: Add a few drops of water to baking soda; gently scrub it on the affected areas. Rinse off with warm water. Baking soda helps dries out blackheads and brightens the skin.

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Egg white and honey mask: Applied this mixture all over the face. Let it sit until the skin starts to feel tight. Rinse off the mask with warm water. Also Read - Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike: What low blood sugar can do to your body during prolonged fasting

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Honey: Apply raw honey to a clean, dry face and leave it for 20 minutes, then rinse off with warm water. Besides removing blackheads, honey helps moisturize and soothe the skin.

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Lemon juice: Lemon juice is a natural astringent that can help remove dead skin cells as well as blackheads. Apply fresh lemon juice using cotton wool to clean skin, concentrating on the blackhead area. After a few minutes, rinse it off with warm water. You can also leave this overnight. Also Read - 5 simple home remedies to keep mosquitoes away this monsoon and reduce the risk of dengue, malaria and chikungunya