How to Get Rid of Blackheads Without Pore Strips

When pores are clogged with dirt, oil and other types of debris, blackheads happen. A blackhead is like a plug to a pore. Blackheads are annoying, unattractive and can be hard to reject. There are many ways to get rid of blackheads once they occur, and there are also ways to prevent them happening in the first place. Getting into a regular habit of washing your face daily is the better method for keeping blackheads from popping up. Once you have them, try these steps to get rid of them w/out using pore strips.

• Wash and exfoliate your face. Wash your face every morning and every night and exfoliate it at least once a week. Exfoliation helps remove the dead skin and other debris trapped on your face. Purchase an exfoliating cream or make your own using 3 tbsp. of baking soda and 3 tbsp. of water. Apply this cream over your face, avoiding your eyes. Rub it in well and then rinse thoroughly.

• Steam your face. An easy way to do this is to boil a pot of water. Set the boiling water on a table, place your face near the steam from the pot and wind a towel around your head while covering the pot. Let the steam absorb into your skin. This will loosen your pores and make it lighter for you to get rid of your blackheads.

• Wash your face w/ warm water. Saturate a washcloth with olive or almond oil. Add a dab of toothpaste to the washcloth and rub the washcloth over your face, focusing on areas with blackheads. This also will help loosen them.

• Use honey as a mask. Heat a small amount of honey in the microwave until it is warm, but not hot. Rub it on your face and rinse after approximately 10 minutes. The honey will help peel away the blackheads making them go away easier.

• Use tea tree oil. Wipe this oil over your face to help add air into your pores. Wash after applying.

• Purchase a cream designed for removing blackheads. Many blackhead removal creams are available for purchase. These creams target blackheads, help loosen them and ultimately can help you get rid of them.