Get rid of blackheads easily and at home with these 6+ remedies

Nobody likes to see pimples appear on their face, but a blackhead that gets red is like a beacon shining for all to see. Is there a quick fix to help remove blackheads when they appear? What can you do to prevent them?

No instantaneous solution exists, but you can help it clear quickly. Some of these ingredients you probably have on hand in your kitchen. Here are 6+ remedies to try the next time you have a blackhead pop up.

1. Honey and cinnamon. Medical News Today combines the antibacterial proprieties of Manuka honey with the antimicrobial properties of cinnamon. Mix 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with 2 tablespoons of Manuka honey. You should apply this to a test patch first to make sure you don't have an allergic reaction. If you're okay, apply this paste to your face and let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.

2. Egg whites. Albumin is a pore-tightening substance found in egg whites. Stylecraze says to combine 1 egg white with 1 teaspoon of honey. Apply this to your face and let it dry before rinsing it off with warm water. Do it once a week.

3. Brown sugar. For a great exfoliate that helps fight acne at the same time, Reader's Digest combines 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 tablespoon honey. Massage this mixture into your face for five minutes before rinsing it off.

4. Baking soda. Baking soda helps balance your body's pH. Reader's Digest mixes 2 tablespoons baking soda with 2 tablespoons water. Use this two to three times a week.

5. Aspirin. Aspirin contains salicylic acid, so Women's Health says to crush an aspirin and add enough warm water to make a paste. Spot treat the acne with this paste.

6. Yeast. Brewer's yeast is supposed to be good for oily skin. WebMD combines 2 teaspoons yeast with 2 egg whites. Brush this on your face and let it sit for 20 minutes before rinsing it off.

7. Buttermilk. For a natural astringent, you can use buttermilk. WebMD says to dip a cotton ball in buttermilk and smear it on your face. Allow it to dry for a few minutes before rinsing it off.

8. Milk of magnesia. For a novel idea that can help dry oil, WebMD says to use unflavored milk of magnesia and dab it on your face and let it dry. Wait for 15 minutes before rinsing it off.

With so many remedies to choose from, you will hopefully find the treatment that works for you.