Friday, January 11, 2013

Best Way to Get Rid of Blackheads

Blackheads may spoil the look of your face if you do not treat them at the earliest. I suffered due to them heavily, not just my nose but even my chin had so much of blackheads..huh..it was sooo bad. So, you need to know the best way to get rid of blackheads in order to get a clean and clear face. But first it is important to understand what are blackheads and what are the causes of the same. Get them treated so as to retain the beauty of your face. Read on to know the causes as well as how you can get rid of blackheads in a natural way:


What are Blackheads

Blackheads are small bumps which might occur on your face and may look like tiny plugs. They are most likely to occur on oil face and  hence those with oily skin are more prone to suffer from the same.


Causes of Blackheads

  • There are a large number of factors responsible for occurrence of blackheads. Most common reason is the clogging of skin pores caused by excessive oil. The dead skin may block the pores of your skin resulting in blackheads.
  • One of the prime factors for blackheads is hormonal changes in the body. If there is hormonal imbalance, blackheads are likely to occur.
  • The next factor responsible for blackheads is the use of cheap or local makeup products or cosmetics which might cause irritation on your skin and may affect your skin tone in the long run.
  • Eating unhealthy and unprocessed food and not following a proper skin care routine too may lead to blackheads.
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Best Way to Get Rid of Blackheads
Best Way to Get Rid of Blackheads 
     
Best Way to Get Rid of Blackheads 

There are many ways in which you can remove the blackheads which tend to appear on your nose and face. Always cleanse your face as the first thing in the morning. You can even use a cotton ball for doing the same. This helps to remove the dead skin cells from the face. Once done, just pat your face dry with a soft towel. On the blackheads, just put a slightly warm compress for around 5-10 minutes, this will make your blackheads soft and thus easy to remove also. With your finger tip, gently apply pressure on the blackheads from both sides by pushing them down.

The next best way to get rid of blackheads is to use a toothpaste. You can simply apply toothpaste on the affected area and gently scrub it with the help of a toothbrush. But make sure you are not applying it close to your eyes because it might cause irritation to your eyes. But when you intend to use a toothbrush, you must always sterilize it before using. This method works for some but not for all.

Natural ways to get rid of blackheads
  1. There are some natural ways too which you can make use of to remove blackheads.  You can make a lotion of lime juice, almond oil and glycerin in equal amount and apply on the affected areas. This helps to cure blackheads as well as prevent discoloration also.

    blackheads removal naturally
    blackheads removal naturally with honey
  2. Honey too works wonders for blackheads. Apply lukewarm honey on the affected region and wash off after 10-15 minutes.
  3. Almond oil and olive oil can also be used for treating blackheads in a natural manner.  Wash your face with warm water because it helps to open up the skin pores. Take a washcloth and dip it in olive oil or almond oil. Now dab some toothpaste on this washcloth which has been dipped in oil. Rub this cloth over your nose and face repeatedly if you have lots of blackheads. After around 20 minutes you can wash your face with hot water and pat dry with a fresh cloth or towel.

    steaming for blackheads
    steaming for blackheads
  4. Steaming is said to be one of the best ways to get rid of blackheads. Just steam your face or put a hot towel on your face for 10 minutes. This helps to bring the blackheads to the surface. Once done, use a natural or herbal face wash to wash your face. Then splash cold water and apply an oil free moisturizer.
  5. Lime juice mixed with a pinch of salt too works well. Just mix the two and apply all over your face.
  6. Tomatoes are also effective in preventing blackheads from occurring. Just apply tomato pulp on the affected region and after half an hour wash with warm water.
  7. Cleansing milk if massaged on the blackheads too is helpful in removing them easily.
Tips to get rid of Blackheads
  1. You need to avoid using any of the beauty products which has excessive oil.
  2. Always apply a gentle water soluble acne cleanser
  3. It is recommended not to use a soap on your face because it is said to be harsh on your face and deprive it of its natural oil. Bar soap is also known to clog the skin pores.
  4. Exfoliation works wonders in preventing Blackheads. It is best to exfoliate your skin atleast once or twice a week. This helps to remove dead skin cells and unclog the pores too.
  5. If still you are unable to get rid of blackheads, then it is recommended that you must consult a good dermatologist which will treat you for Blackheads. 
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