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Blackheads

Created by: Guruji Murugan Chillayah.
Published: 14 June 2016 (Tue)
Last Updated: 17 November 2023 04:30 AM (GMT+8)

Blackheads Treatment

Blackheads:

• Blackheads are one of the most common forms of acne

Symptoms to look for:

• Dark spots appearing around:
• Forehead
• Nose
• Chin area

Causes:

• Oil producing glands in the skin produce excess oil
• This leads to expansion and thickening of skin pores
• Oil accumulates in the pores and hardens
• Air reacts with this oil, turning it black in colour

Natural home remedy using lemon juice and cinnamon powder:

1. Take 1 tsp lemon juice
2. Add 1 tsp cinnamon powder
3. Mix well
4. Apply on the affected area
5. Leave it for 15-20 min
6. Repeat 2-3 times a day

Natural home remedy using coriander leaves and turmeric powder:

1. Crush a handful of washed coriander leaves
2. Press it on a sieve
3. Extract 1 tsp juice
4. Add 1 tsp turmeric powder to make paste
5. Apply this paste on the face every night
6. Leave it for 30 min
7. Wash off with lukewarm water

Natural home remedy using lemon juice and groundnut oil:

1. Take 1 tsp lemon juice
2. Add 1 tsp groundnut oil
3. Mix well
4. Apply on the affected area
5. Leave it for 15-20 min before washing

Tips:

• Avoid oil-based skin products

NOTE : The intention of this article is only for information. It is not a substitute to any other standard medical diagnosis. For proper treatment, always consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician.