There is something about those tiny, pesky blackheads that are so stubborn that they often have you pull your hair out in attempts to get rid of them, don't you agree? 

But have you ever wondered, what exactly are those or how can you put an end to them?

Today, through this article, we are going to decode everything about blackheads - from the causes to solutions in the form of home remedies and understand the best ways to keep blackheads at bay.

Blackheads are basically a form of acne that rise to the surface of the skin. They hold an oxidized version of melanin which is the dark pigment made by cells in the skin. 

In simple terms, when a pore gets clogged and closes up, it is known as a whitehead. While, on the other hand, when the top remains open, a blackhead forms.

It is usually believed that blackheads are dark because the dirt in the specific pore is that colour. Contrary to popular notion, blackheads are black or dark gray because the oil and dead skin that clogs the pore oxidize when exposed to air.

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If you’re dealing with blackheads, you may be wondering, why do these pop-up? Some of these factors can increase the chance of developing blackheads. So, take note!

We all can relate that the tip of the nose is home to blackheads. It generally happens because pores on your nose are usually bigger than the pores on the rest of your facial skin. 

These pores are also connected to the sebaceous glands that produce sebum and natural oil in your skin. Also, skin in this area is the centre of more oil glands as compared to the rest of your face, thereby, cropping up more blackheads.

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Now that you know all about blackheads, we know what you must be wondering. You certainly can’t get rid of the skin pores and you definitely can’t stop the oil secretion in your skin, so what can you do, right?

Take a look at these effective homemade blackhead removal masks and scrubs and get flawless, blackhead-free skin.

A gentle ingredient that effectively works on blackheads is bentonite clay. It helps the skin in getting rid of excess oil and may help to loosen or even remove dirt from clogged pores. 

Not only to your nose, but you can also extend this mask to your whole t-zone as blackheads tend to appear more in this area. 

Is there anything the humble honey cannot pull off? Honey mixed with cinnamon powder is one of the most effective masks for blackhead removal. Both of these ingredients have antibacterial and cleansing properties. 

Cinnamon is an astringent ingredient that is known for improving blood circulation, tightening the skin’s pores, and doesn’t let oil and dirt settle in.  While honey hydrates the skin and makes it nourished and glowing. 

One of the most proven home remedies to get rid of blackheads is to make yourself an effective sugar scrub. You just need two ingredients for this - sugar and jojoba oil. These ingredients will help in cutting down dead skin cells.

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Who said that oats were just good as a food option? This magic ingredient can certainly do wonders for your skin too! It serves as an amazing exfoliator and gets the blackheads off of your skin. 

Yoghurt has cleansing properties giving you a natural glow. You can also add some lemon juice to clear out the skin of dirt and sebum oil.

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