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Yet another problem of having oily skin, beside a clammy face and unwanted acne, are the blackheads that pop out every once in a while to make our life a living hell, beauty wise! Yes, it is those tiny, irritating black spots around your nose area that you hardly notice until of course, someone points out unkindly. The excess oil on your skin, which is actually white, settles into open pores and oxidizes, and become black in color. These oil clogged pores appear like tiny blackheads cracking out of the skin surface, and thus the name.
If you are sacred with oily or combination skin, then you must be fed up of clogged pores and annoying blackheads too. While keeping your skin clean helps you big time, it is necessary to get rid of the clogged oil that leak its way into your pores. Now you can’t get rid of pores and you definitely can’t stop the oil mine in your skin, but what you can do is get rid of blackheads once and for all. How do you do it, you ask? By treating your skin.
There are a many of different ways to get rid of blackheads. Most people try to squeeze them out using their fingers, but this is can open up your skin to infection and irritation.
To get rid of blackheads, large pores, and oily skin on face DIY face masks are the best natural treatment methods. These face masks also help in soft your skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and helpful in improving your skin texture
You can also try exfoliating your skin to scrub the plugs loose, or go to a expert for a facial that removes blackheads.
On the other hand, there are lots of pore masks that allow you to simply pull the blackheads free.
Ways to prevent blackheads
- Don’t wash your face with hurtful cleansers. These cleaners can make your skin produce more oil and overreact, which means your blackheads will be back much faster.
- Wash your face twice a day by using natural sources.
- Do makeup as little as possible.
- Use an astringent like witch hazel or apple cider vinegar after you wash your face and before you moisturize this will help get rid of any remaining funkiness and help in tighten the pores.
- Once every two weeks, use a facial steam to help open your pores and allow them unclog.
- It’s a good way to get beautiful skin wash your face with oil cleansing method.
- Use homemade peel-off mask with gelatin and tomato juice.
- Use tissue paper to clear your face during the day to soak up oil before it can build up.
Blackheads are fundamentally clogged pores due to over discharge of oil and sebum. With age and the damage caused by free radicals, pollution, sun exposure, and lifestyle factors, blackheads become brighter and take other forms like dark spots or pigmentation.
DIY Blackhead Face Mask
1. Milk and honey face mask
Preparation
- 5-6 tablespoon milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Cotton balls
Method
- Mix milk and honey in a bowl.
- Dip a cotton ball in this mixture and apply it smoothly all over your face.
- Leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes.
- Rinse your face with warm water.
Milk contains lactic acid, which is known to be a soft natural exfoliate. It can easily absorb into your skin, softly removes dead skin cells, and unclogs pores. Honey is known for its skin brightening properties that make you look glowing almost immediately.
2. Egg whites and lemon juice mask
Preparation
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
- Use this mask once a week.
Egg is known as natural astringent and works great as a toning agent. It shrinks your pores, making your skin look noticeably clear and spot-free. Mixing it with lemon juice (a natural bleaching agent) useful in brightens your face.
3. Cinnamon and honey blackhead face mask
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
- 3 tablespoons honey
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
Use this mask every day for 2 weeks, and you will see a amazing change in your face.
Both cinnamon and honey have antibacterial qualities that are essential for treating acne-prone skin. They also clear the dead skin cells, bacteria, and oil build-up from the surface of your skin. The astringent property of cinnamon helps shrink your pores, thus making your skin look soft and clear.
4. Mint, lemon and gelatin face mask
Preparation
- 6-7 mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon gelatin powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Method
- Beat mint leaves in a hand blender.
- Add the gelatin powder to the warm water and mix it until there are no lumps.
- Mix the lemon juice and mint into the gelatin.
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
Lemon has natural properties that tones and brightens your skin. The antibacterial property of mint calms your skin while removing dead skin cells and shrinking pores. Gelatin improves the softness of your skin and is the easiest way to make an effective peel-off mask at home..
5. Baking soda and honey face mask
Preparation
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 2 tablespoons honey
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
Don’t keep it on for longer because baking soda can be harsh on your skin
Baking soda is a strong exfoliate that scratch off dead skin cells while defuse the pH of your skin. Honey performs as a brightening agent that gives fresh look to your skin. You can use this mask just on your T-zone if you have oily/combination skin or use it all over your face. Avoid using this mask if you have sensitive skin as baking soda is a much harsh ingredient.
6. Clay face mask
Preparation
- 3 tablespoons clay
- Few drops of water
- 2-3 drops lavender oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
Clay help in gets rid of toxins and unclogs your pores, thus removing blackheads. It also reduces the form of acne scars and combats redness and inflammation.
7. Oatmeal and yogurt mask
Preparation
- 2-3 tablespoon oatmeal powder
- 3-4 tablespoon yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4-5 drops lemon juice
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
Oatmeal provides as an excellent exfoliate and get the blackheads off of your skin. Yogurt cleanses the skin of dirt, lactic acid in olive oil helps in moisturize you skin. Lemon juice is helpful in clear out the skin of dirt and oil.
8. Gelatin and lime juice
Lime juice is a great source of Vitamin C .it also helps clear out all the dirt, oil and dead skin cells from the skin. Gelatin powder is also rich in collagen that improves skin softness and makes skin even and younger looking.
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespon lime juice
Method
To make this face mask, mix gelatin powder in one cup of warm water. Stir it continuously Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 12-15 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
9. Charcoal face mask
Charcoal face mask is known as the best and quickest remedy for blackhead removal. Charcoal has detoxifying agents which help in unclog pores and make skin smoother and spotless. It is a great for clears out deep-rooted blackheads and whiteheads. Charcoal face mask will give you glowing and clean skin .
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon charcoal
- 1/2 tablespoon gelatin powder
- 3-4 drops tea tree oil
- Some water
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 20-25 minutes or wait till it dry
- Carefully peel off the mask.
- Wash off with lukewarm water
10. Turmeric and sandalwood mask
Sandalwood powder is a great cleanser and turmeric has antibacterial properties that help remove bacteria and reducing acne.
Preparation
- 1 teaspoon sandalwood powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoon yogurt
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 25-30 minutes and then wash off with cold water.
11. Pumpkin papaya facial mask
The enzymes in pumpkin and papaya help collapse skin’s top layer of dead cells.
Preparation
- 2 tablespoons pure pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoon diced fresh papaya
- 2 teaspoons fresh coffee
- 1-2 teaspoon jojoba oil
Method
Blend pumpkin and papaya in a blender and make them smooth paste.
Add papaya, jojoba and coffee to make this face mask.
Apply:
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with warm water.
12. Cinnamon and aloe vera facial mask
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2-3 tablespoon aloe vera gel
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with lukewarm
13. Apple cider vinegar facial mask
This combining of essential oils acts as a powerful antibacterial, and its harsh properties help rid the skin of excess oiliness. Do not use a metal bowl or spoon when use clay as it can make it less effective.
Preparation
- 2 teaspoons betonies clay
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1-2 drop frankincense oil
- 1-2 drop lavender oil
- 1-2 drop melaleuca oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 5-10 minutes and then wash off with lukewarm
14. Coconut peppermint facial mask
Preparation
- 5-6 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 5-6 tablespoon of powder sugar
- 3 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2-3 drops cup almond oil
- 2-3 drops coconut oil
- 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and then wash off with lukewarm
You can also store it in the fridge for up to three months.
15. Rice flour and aloe vera face mask
Rice exfoliates the skin leaving it smooth, reducing the form of pores, and giving a healthy and fresh look.
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
- 3 tablespoons rice flour
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon spirulina
- 1 teaspoon chlorella
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Method
Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and then wash off with lukewarm water.
16. Green tea, cucumber and gelatin face mask
Cucumber is coolants that refresh your skin and hydrates it thoroughly. Green tea is an antioxidant that reduces redness and inflammation caused by acne and dead cell growth
Preparation
- 1 tablespoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons green tea
- 2 tablespoons cucumber juice
Method
To make this face mask, mix gelatin powder in one cup of warm water. Stir it continuously Mix all above ingredients in a bowl and make a paste of it
Apply
- Apply the mixture to face.
- Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold
