How to combat blackheads: Homemade mask tips and skin care advice

Blackheads are stubborn comedones that affect many people, both teenagers and adults. Here is an effective method to deal with them to enjoy healthy and clear skin. Find out how proper care can help prevent and remove blackheads.

Blackheads, also known as comedones, are characteristic black dots on the skin that form due to clogged hair follicles. This process occurs when excess sebum, impurities, and dead skin cells block pores and subsequently oxidize, giving them their black colour. Blackheads mainly affect those with oily and combination skin.

Blackheads can appear on various body parts but are most commonly seen on the nose, forehead, and chin. The most common causes of blackheads are improper skin hygiene, using ill-suited cosmetics, hormonal factors, and an unhealthy lifestyle.

If left untreated, blackheads can lead to skin inflammation or acne. Therefore, it is worth getting rid of them. The best choice is a visit to a dermatologist, who will select appropriate products according to your skin's needs. However, before opting for professional cosmetics, you can try home methods.

A homemade gelatin mask has gained a lot of interest online for blackheads. Its effect is similar to popular peel-off products, which help remove blackheads and dead skin. A homemade gelatin mask is cheap and easy to prepare. You need one tablespoon of gelatin, lemon juice, and two tablespoons of water.

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly. Then apply to the skin of the face, avoiding the eye area (it is worth doing an allergy test on a less visible part of the skin beforehand). After 15 minutes, carefully remove the mask to avoid damaging the skin.

Remember that regular and proper skin care is essential in combating blackheads. Thorough facial cleansing both in the morning and evening is necessary to remove dirt and sebum. Cleansing products should be suited to the skin type to avoid irritation or drying out the skin.