Whiteheads are nothing but a form of acne that are caused due to clogged skin pores with dead skin, dirt and dust. They are mostly similar to blackheads with the only difference that they are tiny white spots whereas blackheads appear black in color.
The areas affected with whiteheads are temples, cheeks, forehead and nose. Some peoples skin produce excess sebum as a result whiteheads are formed. And the other reason is it can appear due to hormonal changes and genetic reasons.
Here we are going to disclose best home remedies to get rid of whiteheads. Do follow them regularly for best results.
Home Remedies For Whiteheads
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Stream
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Facial steam is one of the easiest way to remove whiteheads as well as blackheads. Steam helps in opening the skin pores which makes it easy for the dirt to be removed.
- For this remedy you need a steamer, but if you dont have one then do not worry. Boil some water in a vessel so that the steam is formed, remove it from heat and carefully bend your face towards the vessel to take the steam, cover your head with a towel so that steam doesn’t evaporate.
- Now pat dry your skin with soft cloth, using a whitehead remover gently press the pores and remove the dirt.
- Do it twice in a week.
2. Sugar Scrub
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This remedy can do wonders for your skin. It will help to remove the excess sebum from the skin pores and wash away the whiteheads.
- Take a tablespoon of sugar and mix equal amount of honey in it.
- Add few drops of lemon juice and mix well.
- Massage your face with this scrub in circular motion.
- Leave it for few minutes and then wash your face.
- Repeat it twice or thrice a week.
3. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has antiseptic and antibacterial properties that can easily fight against acne and whiteheads.
- Take a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and dilute it with a cup of water.
- With the help of a cotton ball apply this on your face. Let it remain for 5-10 minutes and then wash with normal water.
4. Baking Soda
Baking soda is very helpful in maintaining the PH level of the skin. It exfoliates the skin and removes all the dirt, dust and excess sebum from the skin. If your skin is sensitive then do not use this remedy.
- All you need to do is take a tablespoon of baking soda and mix little amount of water to make it a thick paste.
- Now apply this on your whiteheads.
- Keep it for 5-10 minutes and then wash away.
- Repeat it once or twice a week.
5. Gram Flour
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Gram flour also known as besan is an excellent remedy for skin problems and has been used from decades. It absorbs excess oil and deep cleanses it.
- Take 2-3 tablespoon of gram flour and add half a teaspoon of turmeric.
- Mix this with small amount of water or yogurt to make it a paste.
- Apply this on your skin and leave it to dry.
- Wash away after that.
- This remedy can be used on daily basis.
- If your skin is sensitive you can skin adding turmeric.
6. Lemon Juice
Lemon juice has got astringent properties which helps you to get rid of excess oil. Lemons contain alpha hydroxy acid that helps to exfoliate the skin as well as it is helpful in cell generation.
- Extract juice from from a lemon.
- Dip a cotton ball in this and apply it on the effected skin.
- Leave it for 10-15 minutes and then wash.
- It might cause light burning and tingling sensation in the beginning.
- Follow this remedy on daily basis.
