Remedy
Skin shelfMultani Mitti-Neem-Steam Treatment for Blackheads
When blackheads visible on nose and chin, skin feels bumpy, pores look enlarged.
From the household notebook
“Naak pe kaale daane? Pehle bhap lo, phir multani mitti lagao. Ek hafte mein saaf! Parlour jaane ki zaroorat nahi — ghar pe hi facial ho jayega!”
Dadima’s tip: Steam zaroor lo pehle — bina steam ke mitti utni deep clean nahi karegi. Aur baad mein thanda paani zaroor lagao warna pores khule reh jayenge.
You will need
Ingredients
multani mitti (fuller's earth)
2 tbspSubstitute kaolin clay
Availability Available abroad
neem ke patte (neem leaves)
10-12 fresh or 1 tbsp neem powderSubstitute neem oil (2-3 drops)
Availability Available abroad
gulab jal (rose water)
enough to make pasteSubstitute plain water
Availability Available abroad
How to make it
Preparation
- Step 1 — Steam: Boil water with neem leaves, steam face under towel 8-10 min (opens pores)
- Step 2 — Pack: Mix multani mitti with rose water and crushed neem leaves
- Step 3 — Apply: Apply thick layer on nose, chin, forehead (T-zone)
- Step 4 — Wait: Leave 15-20 min until fully dry
- Step 5 — Remove: Wet with water, gently scrub in circles, rinse off
- Step 6 — Close pores: Splash ice cold water or rub ice cube on face
Works best for
Dosage
Once a week for blackheads. Twice a week for severe clogging, for 3-4 weeks.
When not to use
Avoid if you have very dry skin, rosacea, or eczema — multani mitti will over-dry and irritate.