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Natural Remedy for Headache

1. Traumeel is one of my go to holistic remedies. It can help with everything from muscle soreness to headaches, which is why I include it in my Holistic First Aid Kit. These pain relievers and anti-inflammatories are great for headaches and include Belladonna, Calendula, and Echinacea. Essentially, Traumeel acts like a holistic ibuprofen.

2. I first learned about Tiger Balm when I was playing a soccer tournament in Australia; I had strained a muscle in my back and it helped me to get back to playing quickly! The herbal formula generates heat- if you rub it on your temples during a headache it can ease the pain.

3. Cayenne is one of those kitchen spices that should always be in your Holistic First Aid Kit. It can help stop bleeding, but also relieve headache pain! Dilute a bit of the powder with water, dip a cotton swab (q-tip) in the solution and apply to inside of your nostrils. The heat from the capsaicin can be uncomfortable at first, but its anti-inflammatory properties can give you sometimes-instant headache relief.

4. Feverfew, despite its rather silly name, is a great herbal remedy for preventing headaches. The dried leaves are known for their ability to relieve spasms in muscle tissue as well as being an anti-inflammatory. There have been studies that show if you take feverfew as a supplement it can reduce the occurrence of migraines in migraine-prone individuals.

5. Truly the simplest remedy of all: hydrate! Especially in high altitudes, dehydration can lead to headaches because of fluctuations in fluid levels and electrolytes. Make sure to get the recommended 8 glasses of 8 ounces of water a day (I drink more at altitude) to help prevent a headache, and hydrate as a headache starts to occur!

6. This sounds ridiculous, but place a pencil in between your teeth when you have a nasty headache. Many headaches are caused by clenching your jaw, and a pencil can help relieve the clench and pressure until the headache subsides. Just make sure not to bite too hard, pencil in your teeth is not fun!

7. Peppermint oil, applied by rubbing a drop or two into each temple and your forehead, is a delicious smelling headache remedy. The oil has a cooling effect and as you breathe deeply, can help headache pain subside.

1. Baking Soda

Baking soda is an effective treatment for blackheads as well as acne. It helps clear the skin of impurities such as debris and dirt.

blackheads home remedy

Mix two teaspoons of baking soda with mineral water to make a paste.
Apply the paste generously on the affected skin area and massage gently. Allow it to dry for a few minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.
Repeat this remedy once or twice a week.
2. Cinnamon

Cinnamon can be used to remove and prevent blackheads

blackheads lemon juice home remedy

Mix one teaspoon each of cinnamon powder and lemon juice with a pinch of turmeric powder (optional). Spread it on your face, leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes and then rinse it off.
Alternatively, mix one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and honey to form a thick paste. Apply it on the affected area before bed and leave it on overnight. In the morning, wash your face well with normal water. For best results, follow this remedy daily for about 10 days.
3. Oatmeal

The combination of oatmeal and yogurt is great for keeping your skin free of blackheads.

Mix one teaspoon honey and the juice of four tomatoes in sufficient oatmeal to make a paste.
Scrub it on your skin.
Wash it off after 10 minutes.
Repeat regularly for clear skin.
You can also make a paste by mixing together two tablespoons of oatmeal, three tablespoons of plain yogurt, and small amounts of lemon juice and olive oil. Apply the paste to your entire face, leave for a few minutes and then rinse your face with water.

4. Lemon Juice

Lemon juice, also used in acne treatment, can help remove blackheads. The nutrients and vitamins present in lemon juice are good for all skin types.

Lemon honey home remedy for blackheads

Put a few drops of honey on half a lemon. For extra exfoliation, you can also add a little sugar. Gently rub the lemon on your face, especially on the blackhead prone areas. Rinse it off after 10 minutes. Repeat once or twice a week.
You can also mix fresh lemon juice with milk or rosewater to create a facial cleanser and use a few times a week.
5. Green Tea

Green tea can also be used to treat blackheads.

Mix one teaspoon of dry green tea leaves with a little water to make a paste.
Gently scrub the paste over the affected area for two to three minutes. This scrub deep cleans oily skin and helps unclog pores.
Rinse it off with lukewarm water.
6. Honey

honey remedy for blackheads

The balancing quality present in honey is good for both oily skin and blackheads. Honey hydrates as well as tightens the skin pores, giving you a clear complexion.

Apply some pure honey on your face. Leave it on for about 10 minutes.
Rinse your face with lukewarm water.

7. Turmeric

turmeric for blackheads

Turmeric, which works well for minor burns, can also be used to treat blackheads.

Mix some turmeric powder with two tablespoons of mint juice. Apply it to the affected areas. Allow it to dry for a few minutes and then wash the area with lukewarm water.
You can also make a thick paste by mixing red sandalwood, turmeric powder and milk together. Apply it on the affected area and after 10 minutes wash the skin with water.
8. Epsom Salt

Another effective and natural way to treat blackheads is Epsom salt.

Mix one teaspoon of Epsom salt and a few drops of iodine in a little hot water until the salt dissolves completely. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Use a cotton ball to apply to the mixture on the affected area. Allow the mixture to dry.
Use a clean washcloth to gently wash it off.

9. Cornmeal

cornmeal for blackheads

Cornmeal acts as an abrasive to clean out dirt blocking the pores in your skin.

Mix one tablespoon of powdered cornmeal with some milk or water.
Before applying the mixture, use steam to help open the pores on your face. Then apply the mixture and gently massage it in a circular motion. Concentrate on the most affected areas.
After a few minutes, rinse your face with cold water. This will help close the pores.
10. Fenugreek

fenugreek for blackheads

e used regularly for long-term results. If they do not work for you, you may want to consult a dermatologist.

1. Lemon Juice
The natural astringent and antibacterial properties of lemon juice are great for clearing up skin. To get the best results, just apply the lemon juice directly to the skin and leave it for up to an hour.

2. Apple Cider Vinegar
Sort of along the same lines as lemon juice, apple cider vinegar has the same antibacterial properties, as well as antifungal properties as well. Apple cider vinegar is very powerful though, so you might want to dilute it when you use it, at least at first. Just apply a small amount to your skin, but make sure that you choose pure, undiluted vinegar for best results.

Read this article revealing why you should start washing your face with apple cider vinegar, including for removing pimples, fighting wrinkles and age spots and much more.

3. Baking Soda
Baking soda is a great option for clearing up blemishes, it’s cheap, it’s natural, and it doesn’t contain any harmful chemicals or other ingredients. The benefits of baking soda are many: it exfoliates, it reduces inflammation, and it clears up skin. All you have to do is use warm water and baking soda to make a paste. Then, apply the paste to your skin like a mask. Leave it on for up to an hour, and then rinse. You will be amazed at the results.

4. Egg Whites
Egg whites also make a great home remedy for getting rid of pimples. To use this method, simply separate the egg white from the yolk. Then, you can use a cotton swab, cotton ball, or simply your fingers to apply the egg white to your skin. Your skin will glow and begin to tighten. Leave the egg white mixture on your skin for up to an hour for best results.

5. Manuka Honey
Have you heard of manuka honey? It’s kind of famous on the internet for it’s legendary wound healing and soothing properties. Manuka honey comes from the manuka bush of New Zealand. The way that it’s used for acne treatment is very simple- it is simply applied directly to the skin and then later rinsed.

Manuka honey is an incredibly powerful food that can be used in many ways. Read more about it here and you can buy a tub from this page on Amazon.

6. Papaya
If you are familiar with high end skin care products, you probably already know that papaya is a very common ingredient in acne treatments. However, you can get the same benefits without spending the cash! All you have to do is mash up the flesh of the papaya to form a paste or a lotion consistency, and apply directly to the skin. You can leave it on for up to 30 minutes, then rinse and moisturize.

7. Tea Tree Oil
Tee tree oil is a very common home remedy for many conditions, but especially for acne and other skin conditions. Tea tree oil is able to break up clogged pores, clear out dead skin cells,and keep acne from coming back. To use tee tree oil for acne, mix one part oil to six to nine parts water, depending on how strong you want the mixture to be. Apply directly to the skin using cotton balls,and leave it on for around 30 minutes. You can moisturize afterwards, but be sure that you never use tea tree oil undiluted.

Want to try tea tree oil yourself? You can pick up a bottle from this page on Amazon.

8. Cornstarch
If you suffer from blemishes that are extremely red and blotchy, cornstarch can be a great choice. Cornstarch is very gentle on the skin, so it is a great option for those of us who have very sensitive skin. You can apply a cornstarch and water paste to individual blemishes, or to your whole face, and you can leave it on as long as you like.

9. Garlic
Isn’t garlic great for everything? Not only does garlic have a ton of antibacterial properties when you eat it, it also has great effects when applied directly to the skin. To use, just thinly slice a clove of garlic. Rub the garlic clove and the juice of the garlic onto your skin, paying close attention to problem areas, and leave on for up to 30 minutes.

10. Ice Cubes
If you have spots that are especially swollen and red, ice can be a great way to reduce inflammation and reduce the appearance of blemishes. Just rub an ice cube on the trouble spots,and not only will your pores close up, the bacteria will be pushed out as well. Win/Win!

11. Water
Yes, it’s simple, but it works. By drinking 10-12 glasses of water per day, you can flush most, if not all, impurities out of your body. Also, you can boil a pot of water, and place a towel over the pot and your head to get the benefits of steam. Steam can help to open the pores and flush out the impurities. As you can see, water can be beneficial in multiple ways when it comes to getting rid of blemishes.

As you can see, there are a ton of different ways that you can treat acne naturally. These are just a few of the best natural remedies for treating pimples quickly, there are so many more out there. So, if you try these and you are not satisfied, keep looking, and you will find the perfect one for you!