Whiteheads are basically the white and tiny raised spots that are formed on account of the accumulation of oil or hardened sebum in the pores of the skin. Whiteheads are also defined as tiny cysts that are formed because of the improper removal or elimination of oil that is secreted from the grease glands. Many people are very keen to remove whiteheads as they are commonly found along with blackheads on the face especially around the nose thereby adversely affecting one’s complexion and beauty. One may try some natural whitehead home remedies to get rid of whiteheads. These remedies include drinking plenty of water and other fluids such as fruit juices and also eating fresh fruits that are rich in vitamin and antioxidants and that help in keeping the skin hydrated and supple. Another one of the whitehead home remedies to apply a paste of fresh fenugreek leaves and water on the face every night just before going to bed and then washing this paste off with some luke warm water in the morning. This natural treatment is also known to be highly effective in getting rid of blackheads, pimples, dryness, wrinkles along with removing whiteheads. Another natural treatment to remove whiteheads is to mix some vinegar and cornstarch to form a paste like consistency. You could then apply this mixture on the affected area and later wash it off with some warm water after allowing it to remain for at least 20-30 minutes. Another home remedy to remove whiteheads is to prepare a paste of roasted and powdered pomegranate seeds and some fresh lime juice and then apply this paste over the skin as a cleansing lotion. This treatment helps in giving the individual skin that is free from whiteheads as well as blackheads. One may also apply some grated potatoes on the affected area in the form of a poultice which is found to be highly effective in treating pimples, whiteheads as well as skin blemishes. One may also undertake certain preventive treatment for pimples and whiteheads by mixing together a tablespoon each of fresh lime juice and groundnut oil and applying it regularly on the affected area or the part of the face that is prone to whiteheads or pimples. Another simple natural remedy to remove whiteheads is to apply some toothpaste on the whitehead in the night and then wash it off in the morning when it is dry. The toothpaste will dry out any fluid in the whitehead.
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