Blackheads, basically open pimples, can appear all over the body and are very difficult to treat. If you're looking for a way to get rid of blackheads, try some of these ways to cleanse your skin and stop those annoying dark spots from forming. With a few simple adjustments to your skin care, you can get the clean skin you want and deserve.
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Method 1 of 4: Preventing Your Skin From Getting More Damaged
Step 1. Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before squeezing blackheads
Blackheads can be removed without leaving a scar on the face, as long as you squeeze them carefully and your hands are clean. If done correctly, this method of squeezing blackheads is a quick and effective technique for clearing skin pores.
Remove Blackheads Safely
Take a shower first.
A warm bath will help open the skin pores so that blackheads are easier to remove. Or, you can also steam your face for 10-15 minutes to get the same effect.
Wash your hands thoroughly.
Use soap and water then wash your hands for 20 seconds. Squeezing blackheads with dirty fingers will only bring bacteria into the pores.
Pat the astringent against the surface of the skin.
You can buy inexpensive astringents at pharmacies or beauty stores. Wet the blackhead area with a small amount of astringent.
Squeeze the blackheads with a cotton ball.
Gently press both sides of the blackhead to remove it from your pores.
Clean the face with water and astringent.
Splash cold water on your face and then apply a little astringent once again. Wash your hands when you're done.
Step 2. Don't use your own blackhead remover tool
Many stores now offer home facials. But these tools are often full of bacteria and can injure your skin. Leave it to a professional beautician, and use facial cleansers and exfoliants at home.
Step 3. Avoid using too strong an exfoliant
If you have sensitive skin, using strong exfoliants will only irritate your skin and make your blackheads worse. If you feel sore after using a certain exfoliant, stop using it and switch to a gentler exfoliant. Try using oatmeal, as it is the gentlest of exfoliants if you have a problem with harsher scrubs.
Step 4. Clean your face twice a day
The cause of blackheads is dirty skin, so make sure that your skin is clean by washing it twice a day in the morning and evening. Always make sure to remove all of your make-up before washing your face (if you use make-up). After washing your face, use a gentle facial moisturizer to avoid removing too much oil, which can cause blackheads.
Cleans Face Effectively
Remove makeup before washing your face.
If left unchecked, makeup can quickly clog pores. So you have to clean it every night with a tissue or cleaning product.
Wash your face in the morning and evening.
Washing your face in the morning will refresh your body. Meanwhile, washing your face at night will get rid of the dirt that has accumulated throughout the day.
Use a gentle cleanser that can prevent acne.
Choose a cleanser that can remove oil as well as clean the pores according to your skin type.
Follow up by dabbing on a gentle facial moisturizer.
A good moisturizer will help your skin produce excess oil (which is what causes blackheads).
Step 5. Wash your pillowcase
Your pillowcase keeps dead skin cells and excess oil from your face while you sleep at night. Wash at least once a week to remove any buildup of dirt from the fabric so that your face will be free of blackheads.
Step 6. Don't touch your face
Even if you don't pick your blackheads, touching your face will transfer bacteria from your hands to your skin. Hands are the dirtiest part of your entire body, and are often the cause of many blackheads. Avoid putting your hands on your face or touching your face too often.
Method 2 of 4: Cleaning the Skin to Remove Blackheads
Step 1. Use honey and cinnamon
Honey is a natural antibiotic and is capable of removing dirt from your open pores. Mix a tablespoon of honey with half a teaspoon of cinnamon, and use your fingers to apply it to your dry skin. Apply in circular motions for three minutes and wash off with warm water.
Step 2. Try an egg white mask
Egg whites can help tighten pores and clear blockages, leaving your skin smooth and clean. A simple egg white mask can be a powerful way to clear blackheads while leaving your skin clean and fresh.
How to Make an Egg White Mask
Separate the yolk and white from the two eggs.
Prepare the bowl. Crack 2 eggs and put them in a funnel or place them in a slotted spoon or the palm of your hand. Allow the egg whites to flow out and into the bowl.
Apply 2 coats of egg white to your face.
Use your fingers to apply a thin layer of egg white all over your face. Wait 2 minutes for it to dry, then add the rest as a second coat.
Let it dry for 10-15 minutes.
Leave the mask on until it feels soft to the touch and your skin feels tight.
Use warm water to clean your face from the remaining egg whites.
Step 3. Make a clay mask
There are many cosmetics that contain clay in powder form today, each with specific benefits for drying oily pores, and removing unwanted residual oil. Mix a tablespoon of powdered clay with enough apple cider vinegar to make a paste, and apply it to your face. Wait for 10-15 minutes until it dries and wash off with warm water.
Step 4. Clean with oatmeal and yogurt
The lactic acid in yogurt and the soothing benefits of oatmeal can create a blackhead-fighting mix. Use this simple mask once a week to cleanse your skin.
Clean Blackheads with Oatmeal and Yoghurt Mask
Mix:
3 tbsp plain yogurt
2 tbsp whole oats
3-4 drops of lemon juice
3-4 drops of olive oil
Apply the above mixture to the surface of the face.
Mix it all together to form a paste and make sure to apply it to areas that are prone to blackheads or oily skin.
Leave it for 10 minutes then rinse with warm water.
Step 5. Use a paste of fenugreek
Fenugreek? Yes, that's right - use leaves that are blended into a paste. Apart from its numerous health benefits, fenugreek has shown promising results for removing blackheads. Apply the fenugreek paste on your face and leave it on for ten minutes, then wash it off.
Step 6. Try a squeeze of turmeric and mint
These two spices that you often have in your kitchen cupboard, turmeric and mint can help clean dirty pores. Make mint leaves and let it cool. Then, add two tablespoons of this liquid with turmeric powder and apply it on your face. Leave it for ten minutes and wash off with warm water.
Step 7. Make an Epsom salt cleaning solution
Epsom salt mixed with iodine creates the perfect anti-bacterial blend to fight blackheads. Mix a tablespoon of Epsom salt with hot water and a few drops of iodine. Then, use a cotton ball to dab this solution onto your skin, allowing it to dry. Then slowly wash your face with warm water.
Method 3 of 4: Peeling the Skin to Clear Blackheads
Step 1. Try the lemon and salt mixture
The cleansing benefits of lemon along with the salt that can lift dirt helps to remove all the dirt that is inside your pores. Mix lemon juice with a tablespoon of yogurt, a tablespoon of salt and a little honey. Use this to clean areas of the face that are often affected by blackheads for 2-3 minutes, and wash off with warm water.
Step 2. Make a green tea scrub
Green tea is delicious to drink and is also great for refreshing your skin. Packed with many beneficial properties, green tea scrubs are able to remove impurities while providing your face with antioxidants. Mix green tea with a little water and apply it all over your face. If you wish, leave it for 2-3 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water.
Step 3. Use baking soda to exfoliate your skin
Baking soda is one of those magical ingredients that can do a lot of things. In addition to functioning as a natural cleanser, the fine grains of baking soda can get rid of dead skin cells.
Making an Exfoliating Mask from Baking Soda
Make a paste of baking soda and water.
Add a little baking soda to the water and stir until it forms a thick mixture.
Rub the mixture on your face.
Gently apply the mixture in a circular motion to the face until smooth.
Apply more of the mask to areas that are prone to blackheads.
Apply a thicker mask to the areas with stubborn blackheads. Let it dry for 5-10 minutes.
Clean your face with warm water to remove the mask.
Step 4. Mix cornstarch with your facial soap
Cornstarch can be used as an exfoliant when combined with your liquid soap. Mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with your favorite facial cleanser, and gently rub it on your face in circular motions. Don't rub it too hard because it can damage your skin. Wash the soap and cornstarch off your face with warm water.
Step 5. Use liquid milk and nutmeg
Maybe this mixture has an unpleasant smell, the lactic acid from the milk along with the coarse powder of nutmeg can remove blackheads from your skin quickly and painlessly. Mix a tablespoon of milk (especially buttermilk) with enough nutmeg to make a paste. Mix this mixture on your face while scrubbing to remove dead skin cells and dirt. Then use warm water to wash your skin.
Step 6. Use a store-available exfoliant
If you don't want to make your own exfoliant at home, find a product that's right for you at your nearest cosmetic store or pharmacy. Use this product regularly to help clean pores and remove annoying blackheads.
How Often Can You Exfoliate Your Skin?
Oily or combination skin:
3-5 times a week
Dry or sensitive skin:
once a week
Normal skin:
every day
Tip:
Whatever your skin type, always exfoliate gently. Pay attention to your skin's reactions and reduce the frequency if necessary.
Method 4 of 4: Use Spa Therapy and Chemicals
Step 1. Use a blackhead patch
A small patch made of cotton material coated with a very sticky solution will dry on your face. Follow the instructions in the pack by moisturizing your face and applying the patch to the areas that have a lot of blackheads. Wait 15 minutes for the tape to dry, and quickly peel the tape off your face to draw out the blackheads. This option gives immediate results, but must be followed by the previously described skin cleansing method for long term results.
Step 2. Try an exfoliating gel
Gels containing salicylic acid can dissolve dead skin cells and dirt trapped in your pores. Purchase a salicylic acid peel at your local pharmacy or visit a spa for a professional treatment. Use by applying a thin layer to the area that has blackheads, leave it for a while, and wash off with warm water.
Step 3. Perform a microdermabrasion treatment
This treatment is a special treatment that works by using a brush and special cleaning chemicals to remove dead skin cells. These treatments can be obtained at your spa and dermatologist, but some cosmetic stores offer home versions. Do this treatment to get the best results.
Step 4. Use a cleanser that contains retinoids
Retinoid cleansers contain vitamin A, which is good for the skin, which can promote skin growth and prevent oil build-up. You can find creams and cleansers that contain retinoit at your local pharmacy. Use 2-3 times a week as an additional cleanser in addition to what you normally use to keep your skin free of blackheads.
Step 5. Do facials
Although using a blackhead remover alone can cause skin damage, having a professional facial treatment can give you the same tangible results as a blackhead remover. Check with your dermatologist or beautician to find out what types of facials are available and decide which one is best for your skin type. Having a facial once every 2 - 4 weeks can help keep your skin clean and fresh.
Tips
- There is no single method of cleaning and exfoliating blackheads that will show immediate results, but will provide long-term results. Continue skin care in a way that works for you every day for a few months to completely remove blackheads from your skin.
- If your blackheads don't go away after a few months, see your dermatologist.
- Certain prescription pills or creams may be prescribed by your dermatologist to remove stubborn blackheads.
