Those pesky blackheads on your forehead and nose are no fun to live with, but they needn’t necessarily be a pain to weed out either.

If you aren’t a fan of abrasive procedures to individually extract blackheads, look to some easy pantry staples to lend a hand in your mission for optimal skincare.

The primary cause of blackheads is the bacteria and dirt trapped in clogged pores, which turns black over time when exposed to everyday environmental aggressors.

This is where natural ingredients come in to help flush out the toxins from within the skin and perform a deep-cleanse on your pores, while also keeping a vigilant check on irregular sebum production.

Bring out the mixing bowl and allow these DIY masks to nudge stubborn blackheads off your face.

1. Baking Soda Scrub:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with enough water to form a paste.
– Gently massage onto damp skin in circular motions for 1-2 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

2. Honey and Cinnamon Mask:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder.
– Apply to blackhead-prone areas and leave on for 10-15 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

3. Egg White and Lemon Mask:

– Mix 1 egg white with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
– Apply a thin layer to your face and leave on until it dries.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

4. Green Tea and Aloe Vera Mask:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of green tea leaves (or 1 green tea bag contents) with 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.
– Apply to face and leave on for 15-20 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

5. Apple Cider Vinegar Toner:

– Mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water.
– Apply to the skin using a cotton ball, focusing on blackhead-prone areas.
– Leave on for 10-15 minutes, then rinse off with water.

6. Tomato and Lemon Scrub:

– Blend 1 small tomato with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
– Apply the mixture to your face and gently scrub in circular motions.
– Leave on for 10-15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.

7. Oatmeal and Yogurt Scrub:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of oatmeal with 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt and a few drops of lemon juice.
– Gently massage onto damp skin in circular motions for 2-3 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

8. Sugar and Olive Oil Scrub:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of sugar with enough olive oil to make a paste.
– Massage onto damp skin in circular motions for 2-3 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

9. Aloe Vera Gel Mask:

– Apply fresh aloe vera gel directly to your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

10. Cucumber Mask:

– Blend or grate half a cucumber and apply the pulp to your face.
– Leave on for 15-20 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.

11. Clay Mask:

– Mix bentonite clay or kaolin clay with water or apple cider vinegar to form a paste.
– Apply to your face, let it dry for 15-20 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.

12. Tea Tree Oil Steam:

– Boil water and pour it into a bowl.
– Add a few drops of tea tree essential oil.
– Position your face over the bowl and cover with a towel to trap steam.
– Steam for 5-10 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.

13. Lemon and Sugar Scrub:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of sugar with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
– Gently scrub onto damp skin for 1-2 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

14. Milk and Nutmeg Scrub:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of milk with a pinch of nutmeg powder.
– Massage onto damp skin in circular motions for 2-3 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

15. Papaya Mask:

– Mash ripe papaya and apply to your face.
– Leave on for 15-20 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.

16. Steam and Extract:

– Steam your face for 5-10 minutes to open pores.
– Use a blackhead extractor tool to gently remove blackheads.
– Rinse with cool water to close pores.

17. Cornmeal Scrub:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of cornmeal with enough water to make a paste.
– Gently scrub onto damp skin in circular motions for 2-3 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

18. Yogurt and Turmeric Mask:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of yogurt with a pinch of turmeric powder.
– Apply to your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

19. Avocado and Oatmeal Mask:

– Mash half a ripe avocado and mix with 1 tablespoon of oatmeal.
– Apply to your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

20. Honey and Tomato Mask:

– Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 1 tablespoon of mashed tomato.
– Apply to your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes.
– Rinse off with lukewarm water.

These DIY remedies can be effective in treating blackheads, but remember to patch-test on a small area of your skin first if you have sensitive skin or are trying a new ingredient for the first time.