How to get rid of blackheads on the face at home

Stagnation of sebum and keratosis of the skin follicles are to blame for the appearance of blackheads on the face. But not only they: stress, poor nutrition, lack of proper skin care, unsuitable face cream lead to the formation of unpleasant blackheads that spoil your life and appearance. Read on Joy-pup how to get rid of blackheads on the face at home.

How to remove blackheads – recipes

1. Gelatin mask with activated carbon

A gelatin mask will help remove blackheads without mechanical impact on the skin. Activated carbon draws impurities from the skin and pores.

How to make?

• In a water bath, mix 2 tablespoons of gelatin, 2 crushed tablets of activated carbon and 2 tablespoons of warm water until a uniform consistency is obtained.
• Then let the mask cool for a few minutes so that it can be safely applied.
• Apply it to the area with blackheads and leave for 15 minutes.
• Gently peel the mask off your face in a thin film and rinse your face.

2. Baking Soda Steam Bath

This multi-purpose product will help open up your pores and make it easier to remove blackheads, especially on oily skin, which is most likely to cause them.

How to make it?

• Heat 1 liter of water with 1 tablespoon of baking soda.
• While the pan is on the stove, cover it with a clean towel to absorb the steam.
• Once the towel is well saturated with steam, place it on your face for a few minutes to open up your pores.
• After opening your pores, we suggest you use one of the following two remedies.

3. Lemon Sugar Scrub

For those with oily skin, exfoliation is a must. This homemade sugar and lemon scrub will help, as it perfectly removes excess sebum and deals with unsightly blackheads.

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• natural juice of 1/2 lemon
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

How to make?

• Take a glass container, pour in half-diluted lemon juice with water, and then add white sugar.
• Gently stir with a spoon until they combine well.
• Add olive oil and stir until you get a homogeneous mixture.
• Apply it to your face in gentle circular motions.
• Avoid the area around the eyes and lips, as these are sensitive areas.
• After about 5 minutes, rinse your face with warm water and apply your usual moisturizer.

4. Egg white mask

Egg whites are great at cleansing pores and allowing them to breathe. The second ingredient in the mask is lemon juice. The acidity of citrus fruits will cleanse the skin, ridding the pores of dirt and impurities. Preparing the remedy is simple, just follow these steps.

How to make?

• Beat an egg white with a teaspoon of lemon juice and apply the mask directly to your face.
• Try not to reach the eye or lip area.
• Leave it on for 15 minutes, then remove the mask with warm water.
• Use this remedy 1-2 times a week.