Many people have problems with blackheads on their face. Blackheads are basically dirt and debris that get lodged inside of your open pores. Many people use special strips made for blackheads to pull them out, but they only remove the surface of them. If you want to completely remove your blackheads and prevent new ones from forming, here are some natural and effective ways to do it that you probably never knew. The best part is, they are all common kitchen ingredients.

Baking Soda

Baking soda is an antiseptic and natural cleanser. You only need to use it once or twice a week to successfully remove blackheads; however, you can use it more often if needed. Put one or two tablespoons of baking soda in a glass or ceramic bowl. A coffee cup works fine. Add a small amount of warm water slowly until you have enough to form a paste. Spread the paste on your face to evenly cover your blackheads. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it dries, and then rinse with lukewarm water.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal will soak up the excess oil on your face and remove the dead skin cells and dirt that are clogging your pores. First, cook your oatmeal with filtered water. You don't want oatmeal full of heavy minerals and contaminants. Once you have cooled the cooked oats to room temperature apply them to your face, completely covering the blackheads. Lie on your back and let the oatmeal sit on your face for about 15 minutes, and then rinse with warm water.

Lemon Juice

The citric acid and vitamin c in lemon juice work together to clear your face of blackheads. The citric acid unclogs your pores and the vitamin c improves your skin health. Organic lemons are preferred so you don't have to worry about pesticides or scientific modifications due to GMOs. To use the lemon juice, first wash your face with a mild cleanser. Next, squeeze the lemon juice into a small glass cup. Dab a cotton swab into the lemon juice and apply it the infected areas. After about ten minutes, use cold water to rinse. You can leave it on your face overnight, but if you have particularly dry and sensitive skin you may want to opt out of doing so.

Honey

Honey is one of the easiest and most effective blackhead treatments. Using raw, organic honey is best because it is hard and thick. Honey is antibacterial so it will cleanse your face while removing inflammation from pimples as well. Apply the honey to the affected area and wash off with warm water after it sits for about 10 minutes. Honey is gentle, so you can use it every night.

Blackheads don't have to be a nuisance. All of these natural remedies will remove them quickly and effectively. Lemon, honey, baking soda, and oatmeal will all remove your blackheads if you use them regularly. If these methods don't work, look for a dermatologist like those at the Dermatology Surgery Center for help.