People regardless of age and gender may encounter problems with blackheads on their skin especially on their face, nose and T – box part. However, most often this skin condition is an issue only during teenage and adolescent years. This type of skin condition can be also known as open comedones, they are small black or yellow bumps which are formed once a clog grows in the beginning of hair follicles because of a coordination of massive sebum as well as build – up of dirt and dead skin cells. The bump’s appearance is black or dark is not only due to dirt but it is the consequence of oxidization which occur when the clogged pores are exposed in the air.

It is considered that those factors such as excess use of cosmetics products, hormonal changes, stress, improper skincare as well as genetics are the main causes of this skin condition. Blackheads popularly happen on the face especially on the nose. They can occur on the neck, back, chest shoulders and arms. If it is left untreated, they can cause acne breakouts.

Even though, there are plenty of prescription medications for the cure of blackheads, you may always adopt several below natural home remedies that are simple and easy to follow.

1. EPSOM SALT

Epsom salt can be used effectively to treat blackheads.

• Mix some Epsom salt with some iodine in a cup of hot water till the salt dissolves fully
• Let the mixture cool down to room temperature
• Dip a cotton ball in the mixture and apply on the affected area
• Let the mixture dry on the skin.
• Wash off with water again.

2. OATMEAL

• The combination of yoghurt and oatmeal is perfect when it comes to treat blackheads.
• Mix some honey, tomato juices and oatmeal to create a paste
• And use this paste to scrub on your skin
• Let it sit for 10 minutes before rinsing off with water again
• Repeat the process for several times a day.

Alternatively,

• Create a thick paste with oatmeal, plain yoghurt and a little amount of lemon juice as well as olive oil
• Apply the paste to your face and let it sit for 10 minutes before washing off again with water.

3. CORNMEAL

Cornmeal which can act as an abrasive to wipe out dirt which block and clog the pores under your skin therefore the acne, blemish and blackheads get the opportunity to bloom.

• Mix some powdered cornmeal with milk or water
• Use steam to open the pores before applying the mixture
• Gently give it a massage in a circular motion
• After a while, you can rinse off with water a gain.

4. TURMERIC

Turmeric is not only an incredible spice in culinary aspects, but it also works very well for minor burns which can be used effectively to treat blackheads.

• Mix some turmeric powder with mint juice
• Apply the solution on the affected area
• Let it dry on its own and wash off again with warm water

Alternatively,

• Create a thick paste by mix red sandalwood, milk and turmeric powder together
• Apply the paste on the afflicted area and wash the area with warm water.

5. FENUGREEK

This is one of the simplest and easiest to follow remedies for blackheads.

• Create a paste by mix some fresh fenugreek leaves with water
• Apply the paste on the affected area and let it dry on its own for 10 minutes
• Rinse off with warm water again and repeat the process on a daily basis.

6. LEMON JUICE

Lemon juice which is another very effective remedy to treat acne especially blackheads. The ingredients, nutrients as well as vitamins found in lemon juice are all health beneficial for all skin types. Otherwise, you can use this for growing thicker eyebrows.

• Put some honey on a half of lemon (you can add sugar to enhance the exfoliation)
• Gently massage the lemon on your face especially the affected area
• Rinse off with water after 10 minutes
• Repeat this process for 1 – 2 times a week