![]() ![]() Then, quickly, apply the mixture to the face. How to make it: Mix 1 tablespoon of Knox Unflavored Gelatin and 1.5 teaspoons of milk together and put in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Shah warned me, “My concern here is that the gelatin component in this mask may adhere very strongly to the skin and cause a lot of discomfort when peeling off, leaving the skin red, angry, and irritated.” I decided to go ahead with the DIY mask anyway, and, well, read on for how that went. But there were hesitations from the doctor’s end. Sure, the DIY pulled away a few spots and my nose definitely felt smoother, but I could still see the dark dots on the surface of my skin.īased just on the ingredients themselves, this is a skin-safe hack (unless you're allergic to gelatin or milk, of course). Although it stuck and stayed on nicely, it was really easy to peel off, which made me think of something Jegasothy had warned me about: “Because it’s so fragile, it won’t be strong enough to lift any but the most superficial of blackheads." She was pretty on the money. The paper towel dried very hard, kind of like papier-mâché. The DIY sheet mask was comfortable to wear and didn’t smell like much of anything. The second layer of egg white smoothed everything down and adhered all the layers together. ![]() But when the paper towel went over it, I thought, Ok, I see where this is going. My experience: When I started applying the egg white to my skin, it was kind of runny. Rinse your face when finished to remove any excess egg residue. Let this dry for about half an hour, then peel up and off. Next, place a strip of a paper towel over the areas before brushing on another layer of whipped egg. Then, paint the egg white onto blackhead-affected areas (typically the nose and chin). Start by beating and stirring the egg white in a bowl until it's frothy. How to make it: All you need for this recipe is one egg white, a large paper towel, and a face brush. ![]() However, as SELF reported before, the chances of this are unlikely. While it is mostly safe, you should be aware that raw egg can sometimes contain the bacteria salmonella. “They’re also rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, which can benefit the skin.” This means overall brighter results. “Egg whites have astringent and exfoliating properties,” explains Shah. The paper towels act as the sheet of the mask and the egg white hardens while providing all the effective benefits. This is another one of those pore strip alternatives. I tried: Egg white and paper towel pore strips “However, applying Vaseline to the skin may actually promote the development of clogged pores and acne.” Which is, of course, exactly the opposite of the point. “It may be a great option if you are struggling with dry skin,” Shah says. The internet might tell you that if you slather on a layer of Vaseline on your face, cover the area with plastic wrap, and put a hot towel over it, it will open the pores and soften the debris for easy extractions. An improper extraction can cause redness, irritation, and maybe even scarring. While extractions could potentially help clear blackheads, DIY attempts can be very harmful to the skin. Extractions are when a person unclogs pores by pressing and squeezing the skin to force out whatever's in there, and they should only be done by estheticians and facialists. The last blackhead hack the pros shot down is anything that involves doing extractions at home. Jegasothy adds, “I have seen more patients have problems from applying toothpaste to their face than to have ever successfully treated their blackheads.” Verdict: Not worth it.ĭon't: Vaseline, plastic wrap, and manual extractions “Toothpaste and baking soda can both be very damaging to the skin, causing dryness and irritation,” explains Shah. People have been using toothpaste as a DIY acne spot treatment for years, but that doesn't mean it's a good idea. ![]() Though toothpaste, baking soda, and water sound like they make a harmless combo, there's plenty that can go wrong-and not all that much likely to go right. ![]()
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