Blackheads are a skin problem common in many households. You don’t have to rely on harsh chemicals to get rid of them, nor do you have to see a dermatologist. Read below to see some tips on getting rid of blackheads in the comfort of your own home.
Step 1: You are likely to know at least one person who has or has had blackheads. Ask them what home remedies they have tried, and how successful that method was for him or her.
Step 2: Prevention is key. Try a thorough cleansing of the area to stop blackheads from forming. Steaming is very effective in getting rid of them because it brings the blackheads to the skin’s surface, where they then can be eased out using special extractors that can be obtained from chemists.
Step 3: Use a mild astringent like witch-hazel to close your pores after the cleansing.
Step 4: Food for thought: take a red tomato and rub it over your face and neck for about five minutes and rinse off the juice. Tomato is rich in vitamins A, B, C and E, and also contains amino acids and salts that give it a sour taste. Tomatoes make a beneficial skin astringent.
Tips
- Wash your face with a facial cleanser at least twice per day (morning and night) to make sure it is clean. This will help prevent blackheads from forming.
Items Needed
- Facial cleanser
- Tomato
- Witch-hazel or other astringent