Remove Unwanted Hair Permanently At Home

Though hair provides insulation to our body, they can also affect the perfect look of a person. Unwanted hair on the visible areas of the body like hands, feet, face and back are one of the main cosmetic problems faced by many women. Unwanted hair growth occurs due to imbalance of hormones in the body, irregular menstrual cycle, use of certain medications or due to pregnancy. Though there are many latest techniques such as waxing, laser hair removal, electrolysis, etc. are available for unwanted hair removal, they are costly and cannot be accessed by many women. There are many age old natural home remedies available for efficient removal of unwanted hair from different parts of the body. As these remedies are natural, they are without any side effects and are much cheaper than the methods available from beauty clinics.

Home Remedies to Remove Unwanted Hair

The home remedies given here for Unwanted hair removal are very easy to follow. Find out which of the method is most suitable for your unwanted Hair.

1.    Sugar Lemon Mix For Facial Hair

Sugar mixed with water and lemon juice will help in exfoliating your face and offer natural bleach to your face. The lemon juice used will help in lightening the color of your facial hair. These three ingredients combine to help effectively remove hair on your face as well as other parts of the body. It is advisable not to use these ingredients on sensitive parts.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 10 tablespoons of water
• 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
• One small bowl

Method:

• Mix sugar and water in the small bowl.
• Once the sugar solution is ready, add lemon juice into the bowl and mix well.
• Now apply this sugar and lemon mixture on your face in the direction of hair growth on the face.
• Allow this mixture to rest on your face for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Wash it off with water after 20 minutes, by rubbing the mixture gently with your hands.
• Repeat this process two to three times a week to see a reduction in facial hair.

2.    Sugar, Honey and Lemon Mixture for Hair on Legs and Arms

Sugar mixed with water, lemon and honey is a very good home remedy to remove unwanted hair from your body. It acts like wax and is very effective in removing unwanted hair growth on legs and arms. This procedure would be a bit painful as it is more or less similar to waxing and plucking done in beauty parlors.

Ingredients and Tools

• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of organic honey
• Water (optional to make the paste thinner)
• Cornstarch or all purpose flour- 1 to 2 teaspoons
• Piece of cloth or waxing strip
• Spatula for waxing or butter knife

Procedure

• In a small bowl, take sugar, lemon and honey and mix them well.
• Heat this mixture for three minutes in a vessel to make it a smooth, free flowing paste.
• If you find the paste to be a bit thick, add water and mix well. Allow this mixture to cool at room temperature.
• Clean the body parts where you need to apply this mixture and then dust it with cornstarch or all purpose flour.
• Use the waxing spatula and apply a generous amount of warm sugar, lemon and honey mixture on the areas where you do not want to see unwanted hair.
• Apply it in the direction of the hair growth and once done cover it with a cloth or waxing strips and press to make it stick on the paste.
• Pull the strip in the opposite direction if your hair growth to effectively remove unwanted hair.
• You can repeat this process whenever you spot unwanted hair growth on your hands or legs.

3.    Sugar Molasses Home Wax Treatment

Mixing sugar with molasses or corn syrup will give you the same effect that you get when mixing sugar, honey and lemon together. Magnesium is a main component seen in molasses that will help in balancing the hormones. It is quite effective in offering slow and steady relief from unwanted hair. Mixing the sugar with molasses or corn syrup will make the molasses become a depilatory wax that you can use on your hands and legs to remove unwanted hair.

Ingredients

• One cup sugar
• Molasses’ or dark corn syrup
• Juice of half lemon
• Cloth or waxing strip
• Vessel

Procedure

• Take a microwave safe vessel and add sugar to it.
• Add a drizzle of molasses on top of the sugar and microwave the vessel for two to three minutes.
• Make sure that the sugar dissolves completely and then add freshly squeezed lemon juice into this mixture.
• Stir well and if needed you can microwave the mixture for another two to three minutes until all ingredients blend well.
• Allow it to cool at room temperature and when the liquid is a bit warm apply it on the hands and the legs where you see unwanted hair growth.
• Now place the waxing strip on this applied mixture and press it.
• Pull it off to get rid of unwanted hair and repeat this process whenever you spot unwanted hair growth on hands and legs. This is a painful process.

4.    Lentil and Potatoes

Potatoes when combined with yellow lentil will help in effectively removing unwanted hair. Potatoes have natural bleach properties in them. The combination of these two items will help in making the hair color lighter. It is an Ayurvedic process to get rid of the hair on the face and other parts of the body.

Ingredients

• One potato
• A bowl of yellow lentil
• One tablespoon of honey
• 4 tablespoons of lemon juice
• Sieve or cloth

Method:

• You need to yellow lentil in water overnight.
• Peel off the skin of the potato and crush it. Take it in a bowl.
• Remove all the water from the lentil and grind it to make a paste.
• Now you need to extract the juice from the crushed potato and add it to the yellow lentil paste.
• To this mixture add freshly squeezed lemon juice and honey and mix well.
• Apply this mixture on your face and other parts of the body where you have unwanted hair.
• Leave it to rest on your body parts for about 20 to 30 minutes or until the paste completely dries out.
• Now remove the paste from the a-plied area by rubbing your fingers over the paste. The dry lentil paste will pull off the hair from your body as you rub the paste.
• You need to repeat this process two to three times in a fortnight to get rid of unwanted hair completely.

5.    Alum Rosewater Treatment

Another home remedy that helps in easy unwanted hair removal that is used commonly by women in India and Pakistan is alum and rosewater treatment. Alum is easily available in the market in powdered form. If you are able to get hold of the rock of alum, then you need to grind it to make it into powder.

Ingredients

• Half teaspoon of alum powder
• Two  to  three tablespoons of rose water
• Olive oil or sesame oil (few drops)
• Cotton ball for application

Procedure:

• Add rose water to the alum powder placed in a small bowl.
• Dissolve the powder completely in rose water with the help of a spoon.
• Take a cotton ball and dip it in the rose water mixture.
• Apply this mixture on the areas where you have unwanted hair.
• Allow it to sit there and when it dries off completely, apply the rose water and alum powder mixture once again.
• Repeat this process for an hour. If you have sensitive skin, then it is better to stop the process after 15 to 20 minutes.
• Wash it off completely and then dab some sesame oil or olive oil to moisturize the area.
• Repeat this process three to four times in a week for a few weeks to completely get rid of unwanted hair.

6.    Egg Mask Facial Hair Removal

Egg white is a sticky substance like sugar, lemon and honey mask. Once it dries on your face, it is very easy to pull it off and when you pull it down, the unwanted facial hair will also come along with it. But, you may experience pain when pulling off the dried egg mask.

Ingredients

• Half a tablespoon of Corn flour
• One egg
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• Bowl for mixing

Method

• Break an egg and take the white from the egg in a bowl.
• Add corn flour and sugar to it. Stir the ingredients well and make it a smooth paste.
• Now apply this as a face mask and allow it to dry on your face for about 20 to 25 minutes.
• It will become a think egg mask on your face once it dries completely.
• Now with a firm hand peel off the egg mask from your face in such a manner that the facial hair also is pulled out.
• Repeat this procedure two to three times in a week to completely get rid of facial hair.

7.    Banana and Oatmeal Scrub

Banana is a natural ingredient that can be used to remove unwanted hair from the body when mixed with a roughening ingredient like oatmeal that will help in exfoliating your skin. The banana will help in making your skin soft and supple and oatmeal will act as the cleanser for your skin. Both combine to give unique and effective results.

Procedure

• Take a ripe banana and mash it in such a way that it becomes a paste.
• To this bowl of banana paste, add one or two teaspoons of oatmeal and mix it well.
• Apply generous amount of this paste on unwanted hairs on your body and then rub it in circular motion.
• Allow this paste to sit on unwanted hair areas for 15 to 20 minutes and then wash it off with water to remove the paste completely.
• Repeat this process two times in a week for a few weeks to get rid of unwanted hair from your body parts as well as face.

8.    Raw Papaya

This remedy is suitable for all skin types including those with sensitive skin. There is an enzyme present in raw papaya called “papain” which helps restricting the growth of hair by breaking down the hair follicles from which the hair grows.  This remedy is also useful in improving the texture of the skin as it works as exfoliate and removes the dead skin cells. There are two methods for using this remedy.

Method -1 (Papaya And Turmeric)

Process

• Take peeled papaya and make it into little pieces
• Grind the pieces to make fine paste
• Take 2 tablespoons of this papaya paste and mix it well with ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder
• Apply this mixture to the face or legs or to the unwanted hair on other parts of the body
• Massage the skin with this mixture for about 15-20 minutes and later wash it with water
• Repeat this remedy at least twice a week to remove the unwanted body or facial hair.

Method -2 (Papaya and Aloe Vera)

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon papaya paste or powder
• 3 tablespoons of Aloe Vera gel
• 1 tablespoon mustard oil
• ¼ tablespoon Gram flour
• ¼ tablespoon turmeric powder
• 2 drops of any essential oil
• Clean and dry cloth
• Any moisturizer or 1 teaspoon olive oil

Process

• Mix papaya paste, gram flour, Aloe Vera gel and turmeric powder, mustard oil and essential oil to make a thick paste
• Apply this paste on the areas of hair growth in the opposite direction of hair growth
• Allow the paste to dry for 15-20 minutes
• Take the clean and dry cloth and remove the dried paste by rubbing the cloth in the opposite direction of hair growth.
• Wash the area with water and pat dry using the towel
• Now massage a few drops of olive oil, baby oil or moisturizer on the area
• Repeat the remedy 3-4 times a week for about 3 months to remove the unwanted hair completely.

9.    Turmeric

Turmeric has been in use for treating skin diseases for centuries in India. Apart from having antibacterial and antiseptic properties turmeric also helps in preventing hair growth. This is a simple but effective method for hair removal. Different methods have to be used for removing thin hairs and for removing thick and dense hair

Process for Thin Hair

• Take one or two teaspoons of turmeric powder or enough quantity to cover the area of hair growth
• Soak this powder in sufficient quantity of rose water, milk or water to make it a smooth paste which can be applied to face comfortably.
• Keep the paste applied on the face or affected area for about 15-20 minutes or till it gets dry
• Wash off the paste with warm water after 20 minutes

Process for Dense Hair

• Use turmeric in combination with gram flour or ground oats or rice flour along with milk and use it in a similar way as mentioned in the process for thin hair.

10.    Chickpea

Chickpea flour or gram flour has been used traditionally by Indian mothers to keep their child’s skin soft and clean. They use the gram flour mixed with turmeric, water or milk to apply to the skin to remove unwanted hair growth and to treat the skin problems. Here is the chick flour mask remedy to remove hair growth.

Ingredients

• ½ cup chickpea flour
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon fresh cream
• ½ cup milk

Process

• Mix chickpea flour, turmeric, fresh cream and milk in a bowl to make a paste without lumps
• Apply this paste on the body from where you want to remove the hair
• Make sure that each hair in the area is covered with the paste
• Keep the paste on the skin for about 20-30 minutes
• When the paste is dried, rub off the mask with your hands. You may wet your hands before rubbing the mask
• You should rub in the opposite direction of hair growth
• Wash the mask applied area with lukewarm water
• Repeat this 3-4 times a week to  get rid of hair growth

11.    Safflower Oil- Thanaka Home Remedy

Thanaka is a very popular tree in Myanmar whose bark is used for cosmetic purposes. It is yellowish in color and when mixed with Safflower will help in easily getting rid of unwanted hair on the face and other body parts easily. Safflower oil will help in cleansing and making your skin get softer and smoother. Thanaka powder is a natural body hair inhibitor that will help in easily removing unwanted hair.

Method

• Take thanaka powder in a bowl and use as much powder as you need to cover the unwanted hair growth areas.
• Now add sufficient amount of Safflower oil to the powder and mix it well.
• Apply this mixture on the body areas where you do not want the unwanted hair and leave it to rest there overnight.
• Wash it off with water early next morning.
• Use this mixture every day for two to three months to see effective results.

12.    Onion and Basil

Onion is a natural ingredient that will help in making your skin look beautiful and will also help in removing unwanted hair when mixed with basil leaves. The trick here is to find out the thin transparent membranes of onion skin that lies between the onion layers.

Procedure

• Take the thin onion membranes from two medium sized onions and crush it with 10 to 12 basil leaves to make a paste.
• Apply this paste on the unwanted hair in your body.
• Leave it there for about 20 to 25 minutes.
• Wash it off and pat dry. Repeat this process three to four times a week for one to two months to remove the unwanted hair from your body.
• Make sure to continue this process until the hair is completely removed from its roots.

13.    Camphor- White Pepper for Removing Unwanted Hair from Legs

Camphor and white pepper are very strong and might cause burning sensation on the skin. It is particularly worse on sensitive skin. Hence, it is advised that this treatment has to be done only on the legs. There are many people who suggest using kerosene oil along with camphor and white pepper powder for effective results. But, kerosene has highly inflammable property and can easily catch fire from a spark. Hence, avoid kerosene oil and use only camphor and white pepper mixture.

Ingredients

• Two tablespoons of White pepper
• Two tablespoons of camphor
• Almond oil to mix

Method

• Grind the white pepper into a fine powder and mix it with camphor in a bowl.
• Add a few drops of almond oil to help mix these two main ingredients.
• Apply this paste on the legs and allow it to rest on your legs for 10 to 15 minutes maximum.
• Wash it off with water and you will see that hair is also coming out along with this paste.
• Repeat this process whenever you want to carry out unwanted hair removal process on your legs.

14.    Indian Nettle and Turmeric Remedy

Indian nettle is a very popular natural medicinal herb that contains anodyne, anti-microbial, anthelmintic, emetic, anti-parasitic, hypnotic and wound healing properties. It is a wonder herb that is used traditionally to treat diseases like asthma, pneumonia, bed sores, wounds and rheumatism. It combines well with turmeric powder to effectively remove unwanted hair from your body.

Procedure

• Take few fresh Indian nettle or neem leaves and crush them finely.
• Add dried turmeric powder into the crushed neem leaves and mix it well.
• Add a few drops of water to make this into a paste so that it can be easily applied on the skin. You need to make sure that the paste is not loose or too thin.
• Apply this paste as a mask on the areas where you do not want to see hair growth.
• Leave it for 15 to 20 minutes or until the mixture dries completely.
• Peel of this mask to get rid of unwanted hair from the body.
• Regular use of this mixture will help in effectively removing unwanted hair growth all over your body.

15.    Lemon Juice and Honey Remedy

A mask of honey and lemon juice will stick to your skin like glue and will also help in removing unwanted hair growth when peeled off from your skin. Honey has hydrating and moisturizing properties and will help in making the skin smooth and soft. The lemon juice has exfoliating and cleansing properties and will clear your skin. Lemon juice will also help in tightening your skin pores and will help in lightening the hair on the face and other body parts as it has bleaching properties. Both these ingredients have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties and will help in avoiding skin irritation.

Procedure

• Take a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice in a bowl.
• Add 4 tablespoons of honey to this juice and mix it well.
• Apply this paste on the face or hands or legs or areas where you do not want hair growth.
• Allow it to rest on your skin for 15 to 20 minutes and then remove the mask with the help of a washcloth that is soaked in lukewarm water.
• Repeat this process two to three times a week for few months to see effective results.

16.    Green Gram Flour and Rosewater Paste

Green gram flour has exfoliating properties that will help in easily removing unwanted hair. Rose water is a cleansing agent and will help in cleaning the skin. When both these ingredients are combined, then the mixture will help in getting rid of unwanted hair and also helps to cleanse any kind of skin, from sensitive to acne prone skin to rough skin.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of green gram flour
• 1 to 2 tablespoons of rose water
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• A small bowl for mixing

Method

• In a bowl, add rose water and then ad green gram flour. Mix them well.
• Add lemon juice to this paste and then mix once again.
• Apply this paste on the affected areas of your skin.
• Leave it to sit there for about 20 to 25 minutes or until it is completely dry.
• Wash it off with water and then pat dry.
• Repeat this process three to four times a week until you have lost all the unwanted hair from your body.

17.    Lentil Face Pack

The lentil face pack is best prepared with red lentils. This is an excellent natural home remedy to remove unwanted hair from the face and is also a very good face scrub. Scrubbing the lentil paste in the opposite direction will create a friction on the skin that will help in removing hair from your skin and also help the skin to be clean, smooth and soft.

Ingredients

•    Half a cup of red lentils
•    Honey
•     Milk
•    Air tight container and  grinder

Procedure

• Grind half a cup of red lentils and sieve this powder a few times to get fine red lentil powder.
• Now take 2 tablespoons of this powder in a bowl and to this powder, add sufficient quantity of honey and milk so that they mix together to form a smooth paste.
• Let the mixture rest in the bowl for about 15 to 20 minutes. You can safely store the rest of the lentil powder in an airtight container for future use.
• Apply this mixture on our face and leave it to rest for about 20 to 25 minutes.
• Once dry, scrub it gently on face and then wash it off with water.
• Repeat this process three to four times a week. If you have dry skin, then it is better to use this mixture on the skin just once a week.
• Adding rose water, sandalwood powder, potato juice or dried orange peel powder to this pate will help in removing facial hair as well as brightening the skin tone.

18.    Spearmint Tea

The unwanted hair on your skin occurs due to excessive production of Hirsutism. This is mainly due to the hormonal imbalance that occurs in your body due to increased androgens and testosterone hormones. It could also be because of the over-sensitivity of the hair follicles to androgen hormones. Drinking spearmint tea will help in bringing down the androgen levels in your body and thereby help in getting rid of unwanted hair.

Method:

• Take 5 to 6 fresh spearmint leaves or dried spearmint herb in a teapot and add boiling water in this pot.
• Cover the pot and allow this to steep for about 5 to 7 minutes.
• Strain the tea and drink it to get rid of unwanted hair from your body.
• Drinking this tea once or twice every day will help in showing effective results of unwanted hair removal.

19.    Take More Phytoestrogen Rich Foods

The estrogen levels in your body will come down if you have increased levels of androgens and testosterones (male hormones) in your body. This will result in hormonal imbalance that will cause hair to grow in unwanted places. If you take foods that are rich in phytoestrogens, then you can reverse this effect considerably and hence you will help in getting rid of unwanted hair growth. Phytoestrogen is a plant hormone that is quite similar to estrogen hormone. Include foods rich in phytoestrogen in your daily diet and make sure that you use all its supplement forms also in your daily cooking. Some of the foods rich in phytoestrogens are:
•    Licorice
•    Flax seeds
•    Fennel seeds or herbs
•    Tofu
•    Soy Milk
•    Alfalfa
•    Brahmi herb

20.    Blackstrap Molasses

Women will always see the deficiency of essential minerals in their body. This will result in some problem or the other like having hair in unwanted places or losing hair from the scalp. Blackstrap molasses is one that is rich in minerals, iron and also has all the right minerals that will slow down the growth of hair in unwanted places. It will also help in gradually stopping the growth of hair in unwanted places.

Process

• Take two heaped teaspoons of blackstrap molasses and eat it everyday to get rid of unwanted hair on your body.
• It is advised that you consult your doctor before having blackstrap molasses if you are taking any iron supplements or are suffering from diabetes.

Simple Tips for Unwanted Hair Removal

The following are the tips that you need to follow in order to get better results of completely getting rid of the unwanted hair growth on your body.

1. The first thing that you need to bear in mind is that you should have patience when trying out these home remedies.
2. You should try to use all these home remedies according to your convenience. This is the only way you can find out which is the best unwanted hair growth removal remedy for you.
3. You should drink plenty of water as well as fruit and vegetable juices to aid your remedy and to help in easily removing unwanted hair from your body.
4. Having a steam bath before using any of the application remedies will help in opening up of your skin pores and thereby aiding in easy hair removal form unwanted areas.
5. Make sure that you also stick to a healthy diet plan along with regular bouts of exercise to regulate your hormone levels and to reduce the growth of unwanted hair.
6. Washing the area properly after doing the treatment will help your skin to be clean and neat.
7. You need to also have adequate amount of rest every night for at least 7 to 8 hours to lead a stress free life.
8. Practicing yoga and meditation will help in calming you down and you can keep your unwanted hair problems at bay.

It is advised that you consult a health professional or a doctor if you experience unusual hair growth in your body coupled with certain muscular features like: decreased breast size, deepening of voice and increased muscle mass. Natural home remedies will definitely take a longer time to show results and hence you need to be patient when trying out these remedies.  You will enjoy results without any side effects or damages to your sensitive facial skin. There is no chemical involved in these home remedies and hence no side effects. They are very easy to prepare and most of the ingredients are commonly available in your home or you can get it in your local store. You will not need to put a lot of effort in preparing the home remedies that will help in removing hair from your face or hands or legs.
Try these simple home remedies and get rid of unwanted hair growth on your body.

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How to Get Rid of Sinus Headache

A sinus headache is now seen as a common disease to affect people all over the world. It is a headache that is coupled with sinusitis. The membranes that are lining your sinuses become inflamed and this condition is known as a sinus headache. You might experience slight pressure on your cheeks, forehead and eyes. You will also experience pain between your eyes and the portion just above your nose. The sinus headache can range from normal pain to severe pain and sometimes it can also be a problem that is hard to treat. As there is plenty of confusion regarding this disease, as it looks similar to tension headaches or migraines, it is always better to know about the type of headache that a person is suffering from and treat it according to the associated symptoms of the disease.

Causes Of Sinus Headache

The main cause of sinus headaches is the infection of the sinus cavities by bacteria or viruses.

• When the infections like cold or allergic reactions like hay fever occurs, it affects the nasal cavity and sinuses causing swelling in the nose and inflammation of the sinuses.
• This reduces the draining ability of the sinuses and the sinus fluids remain in the cavities, causing sinus headache and pain in the frontal area and under the eyes.
• The stagnation of the fluid promotes the growth of the bacteria and viruses in them.
• Sometimes, fungal infections also cause sinus infection and sinus headache.
• The maxillary sinus is below the eye and located within the cheek bone, dental infections can travel to this sinus and cause sinus.

The Symptoms Of Sinus Headache

Some of the major symptoms of sinus pressure headache include

• Pain and pressure in the sinus affected areas like forehead, cheekbones, bridge of the nose, etc.
• The pain intensifies with straining, bending of the head  or other head movements
• Pain accompanied by other symptoms of sinus infection such as nasal discharge, facial swelling, fever, etc.
• In severe infection greenish–yellow nasal drainage occurs.
• Swollen lymph nodes in the neck.

If there is only inflammation of the sinuses without any infection the symptoms may be different.

Symptoms Of Inflammation Without Infection

• The nasal discharges will be clear
• The inflammation of maxillary sinus causes pain in the upper teeth.
• The sinus affected areas will be tender to touch.

What To Take For A Sinus Headache?

There are many natural supplements which can be taken for reducing the inflammation and pain associated with a sinus infection. Here are some supplements to take for sinus pressure headache.

• Bromelain supplement derived from pineapple, is highly effective in reducing the inflammation and other symptoms of sinus headache.
• Quercetin, a flavanoid in fruits and vegetables has anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory properties and reduces the release of histamines which causes the swelling. Thus reducing the inflammation and pressure in the sinuses.
• To enhance the anti -inflammatory effect of these supplements, it is better to use bromelain in combination with quercetin.

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Home Remedies For Sinus Headache

There are many home remedies that you can try to relieve you from sinus pressure headache.

1)    Vitamin C

Vitamin C is found to be very rich in antioxidants and it will also help in boosting the immune system. The antioxidants in the Vitamin C will help in fighting against the sinus headache infection. Some of the foods that are a rich source of Vitamin C are:

• Cauliflower
• Pomegranate
• Strawberries
• Lemons
• Oranges
• Broccoli
• Gooseberry

Drinking a cup or two of lemon tea or lemon green tea everyday will also help in      reducing the symptoms associated with sinus headache.

2)    Cinnamon

Cinnamon is another important herb and a very popular Indian spice that will help in greatly relieving you from the sinusitis problems.

• Powder about 1 to 2 inches of cinnamon bark. Take a tablespoon of the powdered cinnamon and add sufficient water to it to make a smooth paste.
• Add a teaspoon of sandalwood powder to this paste and mix well.
• Apply this paste on your forehead evenly and leave it there for about 5 minutes.
• Wash it off with water. Repeat this twice a day for a few days to get great relief from sinus headache.

3)    Ginger

Ginger is a well known ingredient that has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also known to be a pain killer and works very well on sinus headaches.

• Cut the fresh ginger root into thin slices and put it into a cup of boiling water. Allow it to rest there for about 10 minutes.
• Strain the ginger root and drink the ginger tea when it is warm. Repeat this two to three times a day to get relief from sinus headache.
• You can also chew a small piece of fresh ginger root two times a day to get relief from sinus headache.

4)    Taking A Balanced Diet

Taking a balanced diet is one of the ways you can enjoy sinus headache relief. A balanced diet will help in taking care of a lot of health problems and it will also help in boosting your immune system. The infections in your body will be cleared in less amount of time if you take a balanced diet.

5)    Drinking Warm Water

If you are experiencing inflammation and congestion in your nose, then you can   take warm water to get instant relief from inflammation. Drinking plenty of warm water will also help in reducing the symptoms associated with sinus headache soon.

6)    Steam

Steam is your answer on how to treat a sinus headache at home. It will work hard in calming your mucous membrane and clear your nose of congestion. It will also help in relieving headache associated with sinus.

• Add water in a saucepan and boil it for about 10 minutes.
• Cover your head with a towel and inhale the steam as many times as possible.
• To get better relief, you can add one or two drops of eucalyptus oil and peppermint oil to the boiling water and then inhale the steam.

7)    Spicy Foods

Eating spicy food is an excellent way to treat sinus pressure headache. The spice in the food will help in clearing the blockages of the nose and will help in draining the sinuses from the nose. Once you clear the blockage of the nose, you will immediately feel relief from headaches.

• Taking jalapeno peppers will help in easily relieving nose congestion.
• Have a few bites of the jalapeno pepper and eat it till you see the tears in your eyes. You will instantly feel a great relief from sinus headache in a matter of few minutes.

8)    Saline Spray

Spraying saline solution into your nostrils is a great way to open up the blockages that are caused by the sinuses. This will help you to breathe easily. To prepare the saline solution, all you need to do is to add a little bit of salt to warm water. Spraying this solution into your nostrils will help in keeping the nasal cavity moist and hence you get relief from nasal congestion.

9)    Warm Soups

If you are constantly in search for the answer to this question what to take for a sinus headache, then the answer is hot soups. As soon as you feel that sinus is attacking you, prepare a hot and spicy soup. By taking in warm soups, you will be able to easily unblock the sinusitis as well as reduce the nasal inflammation. Adding a generous amount of pepper will help in making the soup spicy as well as easily clear blocked noses.

10) Massaging

One of the effective home remedies for sinus headache is to massage the sinus area with your fingertips.

• Massage your forehead, temples, side of your noses, etc gently with your fingertips where you feel pain.
• You need to massage the area for a few minutes. This will help in opening the nasal passage and you will get immediate relief from sinus.

11) Neti Pot

The use of Neti pot is an effective way to get instant sinus headache relief. It will improve the drainage of your nose by clearing the blocks. It will also help in reducing the inflammation and the pressure of the nasal passages so that you can breathe easily and also to get relief from sinus headache.

• Add saline solution (warm salt water) in a Neti pot.
• Place your head over a sink and tilt it to one side.
• Place the end corner of the neti pot into the nostril that shows up and make sure that there is no space between  the nostril an the end of the neti pot.
• Lift the neti pot in order to allow the water to flow from the higher nostril to the lower one. While doing this, you need to breath through your mouth.
• Once you have used up all the Neti pot solution, you can blow your nose with a tissue paper.
• Now repeat the same process by turning your head the other side so that the lower nostril now becomes your higher nostril and vice versa.
• Repeat this process two to three times a week to break free from sinus headaches.

12) Hot And Cold Compress

Hot and cold compress is one of the best solutions for how to cure a sinus headache. You need to give an alternative hot and cold compress to the sinus affected area that will help to instantly get relief from blocked nasal passages. It will also help in reducing the inflammation in your nasal area.

• Apply a warm compress to the area where you feel sinus pain for about 3 minutes. Now remove the warm compress and immediately apply the cold compress on the same area for 30 to 45 seconds.
• Repeat this process alternatively for 4 to 5 times a day to get relief from sinus headache effectively.

13) Other Herbal Remedies

1. Drinking herbal teas like chamomile tea, peppermint tea, green tea, etc will help in stop in dehydration of the nasal area and will help in keeping the sinus cavities moist.
2. Feverfew dried herbs have anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory properties that will help in reducing migraine headaches as well as sinusitis. All you need is to steep the dried herbs in hot water for a few minutes, strain and drink the tea.
3. Eating two to three cloves of fresh garlic everyday will also help in relieving congestion in the nose as it has anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties.

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Sinus Headache Relief Using The Pressure Points

Treatment of ailments using the pressure points is known as acupressure. This method is very effective in sinus pressure headache.

1. Apply pressure using your fingertips at the pressure points on either side of the nose just above the nasal bridge. This is the position of facial sinuses and this gives sinus headache relief.
2. Gently massaging the temples with fingers reduces the tension and relieves the pain.
3. Massaging and pinching the meaty part between the thumb and index finger using the other thumb and index finger is effective in reducing sinus headache. Do the massage on both the hands.

Applying pressure on specific parts of the body activates the nerves and help in stimulating the blocked sinuses and help them to drain properly, relieving you of the pain.
Not all the remedies and supplements may work for you. You need to find out how to cure a sinus headache by trying the different methods and stick to the one that is best suited for you.

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Tips To Prevent And Treat Sinus Headache

It is better to prevent sinus headache than looking for how to cure a sinus headache. Here are some useful tips to prevent the pain and inflammation caused by sinus.

1. Practice hand hygiene to prevent infections of the upper respiratory tract.  Wash your hands regularly or use hand sanitizers to keep your hands germ free.
2. Avoid exposure to cigarette smoke, air pollutants and other possible allergens which may cause inflammation of the nasal cavity and sinus membranes which will lead to sinus headache.
3. Uses humidifiers in your whenever needed and make sure that they are clean and free of dust and mold.
4. Have proper ventilation in your house and prevent the growth the growth of microbes which may worsen the sinus condition.
5. Taking long, hot showers will help to clear the blocked sinuses
6. Getting steam inhalation using aromatic oils provides relief from sinus headache.
7. Massaging the affected areas with hot oil also give relaxation from pain.
8. If you are prone to sinus infection, avoid consuming alcohol which may cause the sinus and nasal membranes to swell.
9. Get plenty of sleep to reduce sinus headache. Position your head slightly elevated while sleeping to reduce the congestion and inflammation.

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The 5 Yoga Poses You Should Do Every Morning

The only time when we tend to look at nature is morning even before hitting off with the scheduled day, this also is the right time to start your day off in right way. It is known that breakfast is the most important meal of entire day quite similarly even the morning exercise habit is most important things which have to be added to the list giving a great feeling throughout the day.

Yoga is best form of exercise with which day can be started off that keeps the mind focused also, some of the yoga poses which have to be done early in the morning include:

1. Go out and greet the sun:
Body needs Vitamin D hence try to get out as much as is possible which will not only add Vitamin D to the body but will also see improvement in mood. If you live in apartments open up a window and breathe fresh air which will also fill up the room with natural light.Backbend and side stretches – Inhale with arms up in the air straight, now bend back slightly in order to feel stretch throughout the body. Now exhale and let one hand down to the side of the body while the other hand is still raised, let the head and neck to relax which will further give a feeling of deeper stretch in ribs and side body. Now slowly inhale to the center and exhale to the opposite side, this has to be repeated for 5 times on both sides.

 

2. Stretch out:
It has been proved scientifically that hectic lifestyle ends up giving several health issues, which includes need to spent lot of time sitting in chair. This posture will shorten the muscles and tight muscles will end up causing discomfort and injury, stretch out while there is chance.

Forward fold: Exhale while folding forward at hips, also allow the knees to bend and get the chest towards thighs. Now relax neck and let the head hang down heavily, this stretch has to be felt at lower spine along with legs. This pose allows fresh blood to flow easily to the brain, cleaning and refreshing the brain that helps in circulatory system and has to be done for 10 deep breaths.

3. Time spent all alone:
Before starting conversation with anyone else it is suggested to use the morning as best time to talk to yourself, set any particular purpose irrespective of however small it is and meditate on it for few peaceful minutes
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Tree pose: Keep feet at hip distance and spread the toes wide to plant yourself firmly on the ground, place the hands on hip or at heart’s center. Now inhale to get one foot up by placing it on either the calf or thigh and exhale. Stay like this for 5 rounds of breath, exhale at slow pace with foot on ground after which the legs have to be switched.

4. Need all the energy needed:
It is our decision to decide how we need yoga in its relaxing or vigorous mode, now add challenge to routine by getting your blood pumping and working your muscles.

Cat-cow: Get on your hand and knees by placing the wrists directly below shoulders with gingers spread wide enough, now feel each knuckle and finger pads on ground in order to distribute the weight onto hands so that the weight will not completely fall onto the wrists. Inhale into cow means the head and tailbone will have to be lifted up while dropping the belly towards ground with heart extending forward. Exhale into cat which means the spine has to be arched upwards by tucking the chin towards chest and drawing the navel towards spine, this has to be continued for 2-3 times, moving slowly at first and later has to be increased with the speeding order to gain the flexibility.

5. Breathing exercises early:

Stress can be lowered by taking deep breaths since we often tend to forget taking regular breathe.
Down dog: Get down on the knees and lift tailbone towards sky, drop down the head and push in hands to create length in spine, draw the navel towards spine and press the soles of feet towards ground. Take about 5 rounds of deep breath in this pose while closing the eyes if there is proper balance maintained.

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Best Home Remedies for Abscessed Tooth

There are many people suffering from painful abscessed tooth. It is caused by a bacterial infection and it shows up as a collection of infected material on the gums. The abscessed tooth can occur due to a wide variety of reasons and it mainly causes pain in the center of the tooth. It is an infection in the root of a tooth or between the gums. It is very painful. Bacteria enter the abscessed tooth and multiply rapidly. It will spread the infection on to the bone that supports the tooth causing the tooth to ache. Bacteria will enter the tooth either through dental cavity or through chipped or cracked tooth. It will make its way to the root, and also causes swelling and inflammation to the root tip.

Causes of Tooth Abscess

The following are the causes of an abscessed tooth.

• Poor oral hygiene
• Taking diets rich in sugary foods
• Gingivitis
• Cracked or chipped tooth
• Dental infection
• Consuming sticky food in large quantities
• Increased intake of carbohydrates
• Gum disease
• Weak immune system

Symptoms of Abscessed Tooth

The following are some of the common symptoms that are associated with tooth abscess.

• Bad breath
• Difficulty in opening your mouth
• Feeling unwell
• Fever
• Aching in the infected area when biting something
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Insomnia
• Soreness and redness in the gums
• Foul tasting fluid discharge from the mouth
• Sensitive teeth
• Unexpected toothaches
• Face swelling
• Difficulty in opening your mouth

Tooth abscess should be treated as soon as possible as it has every chance to spread to your jaws and other areas of your neck and head. It can also cause serious tooth decay if left untreated. Sometimes, it might also result in life threatening complications. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, then it is time that you took a closer look at your tooth and get treatment for it right away.

Home Remedies for Abscessed Tooth

The following are the easy and simple home remedies that will help you to find a solution to how to treat abscessed tooth problems. These are natural and effective home remedies that will not have any side effects at all.

1.    Peppermint Oil

Peppermint oil has antiseptic properties that work wonders on treating toothaches. It will help in destroying the bacteria that cause an abscessed tooth. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory property and hence will help in reducing the swelling or the inflammation of the gums.

Application Method 1

• Take some peppermint oil on your fingertips and slowly apply it over the infected tooth.
• Massage it gently on the infected area for a couple of minutes.
• You will enjoy instant pain relief and also see a reduction in the infection when applied regularly.

Application Method 2

• Take a small cotton ball and dip it in the peppermint oil. Apply this oil on the infected area.
• You will experience less pain in the infected tooth.

Application Method 3

• Take fresh peppermint leaves. Crush it to extract peppermint juice.
• Apply this juice on the infected tooth to get instant pain relief. You can also crush  the peppermint leaves and apply it directly on the abscessed tooth.
• Regular application will help in reducing toothache as well as clear the infection completely.

2.    Clove Oil

Clove oil is very effective in treating bacteria. It helps in easing the pain due to toothache and also reduces gum diseases. Clove oil has antifungal, antiseptic, analgesic and bactericidal properties. It is also rich in antioxidants and nutrients like manganese, fiber and omega-3s to provide great relief from inflammation and will also get rid of infection in your mouth.

Method 1

• Take some clove oil on your finger and brush your teeth with this clove oil.
• Make sure that you give light force when brushing the affected area.
• You can also massage the gum gently with the clove oil for a few minutes to get instant relief from toothache and gum pains.

Method 2

• Place a whole clove between your damaged tooth and the cheek. After some time, you can chew the clove in such a manner that it releases the juice.
• Let the juice be there in your mouth for about 30 minutes or so. You will feel instant relief from abscessed tooth pain.

Method 3

• Put clove powder (freshly ground) in an emptied tea bag and apply this to your affected tooth and the gums.
• Keep it there for 15 to 20 minutes. Repeat this two to three times a day until the inflammation and the pain subsides.

Method 4

• You can add a few drops of clove oil on gauze and apply it to the affected tooth and gums.
• Hold it on the painful spots for a few minutes and repeat this process for 5 to 7 times. You will feel instant relief from pain.

Method 5

• Ad hydrogen peroxide in a tablespoon of clove oil. Mix well and apply this mixture on the abscessed tooth as well as the painful gums with the help of a cotton ball.
• Allow this mixture to rest over the affected area for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse your mouth with water.
• You can repeat this process three to four times a day to reduce tooth pain and inflammation.

3.    Clove with Coconut Oil

• In a frying pan, add a teaspoon of coconut oil. Heat it and then add 2 to 3 crushed cloves and fry it for one to two minutes on slow flame.
• Remove the pan from heat and powder the fried cloves in a blender.
• Apply this to the affected tooth and leave it there for about half an hour or so. This will help in reducing tooth pain due to abscessed tooth as well as gum inflammation.

4.    Clove in Sesame or Mustard Oil

• Fry three to four cloves in sesame or mustard oil for a couple of minutes on low flame.
• Remove from heat and powder it in a blender.
• Apply this powder on the affected tooth to quickly get rid of pain and inflammation.

5.    Clove Oil and Olive Oil

• Add ¼ teaspoon of olive oil in a small bowl and then add 2 to 3 drops of pure clove oil to it.
• Mix them well. Take a cotton ball and soak it in this oil mixture for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Place the oil drenched cotton ball on the abscessed tooth either on its side or between the tooth and cheek.
• Leave it there as long as possible.
• Repeating this procedure two times a day can help in quickly reducing tooth pain and also reduce infection.

6.    Garlic

Garlic is a natural ingredient that will help in easily killing bacteria. It has potent anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that will help in preventing the bacteria development due to an abscessed tooth. It is loaded with sulfur compounds, like allicin that will help in fighting inflammation and infection.

Direction 1

• Crush one or two pieces of garlic clove and then extract the juice inside.
• Apply this juice with your fingers on the affected tooth.
• Let it be there so that it can help in alleviating pain and infection.

Direction 2

• Chew one or two pieces of garlic clove. If you feel pain subsiding slightly, then chew one piece of garlic clove one after the other until you completely get rid of the pain due to tooth abscesses.
• You can also mix garlic juice extract with water and rinse your mouth and teeth with this juice. Repeat it three to four times in a day to feel lessening of tooth pain.

7.    Salt Water

If you are looking to reduce or lessen pain very quickly, then salt is a great remedy. Salt water has anti-inflammation and pain reducing properties that can easily help in reducing pain due to an abscessed tooth. It will do its job on the infection in the tooth and prevent it from spreading all over the mouth.

Directions

• Take one teaspoon of ordinary salt or refined salt or even Epsom salt and mix it in a glass of lukewarm water.
• Once the salt dissolves completely, you can rinse your mouth with this water. You need to repeat this process several times in a day to break free from tooth pain.
• One thing to remember is that it would be a bit painful in the first few washes. Slowly you will feel relief from pain and infection.

8.    Turmeric

Turmeric is a natural ingredient that is rich in antibiotic, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a great remedy to ease pain caused due to tooth abscesses and it will also help in reducing inflammation in the mouth.

Method 1

• Add a teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder in a glass of lukewarm water to make a solution.
• Wash your mouth thoroughly and then swish this solution in your mouth.
• Repeat this process regularly for a few days to get relief from infection and tooth pain.

Method 2

• Add a teaspoon of turmeric powder in a small bowl and then add enough water to make a smooth turmeric paste.
• Clean your mouth thoroughly and then apply this paste with your finger on the abscessed tooth and gum.
• You can dip a soft cotton ball in this mixture and then apply it on the affected tooth.
• Repeat this application regularly for a few days until the pain subsides.

Method 3

• Mix ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder in a teaspoon of oil.
• Gently apply this mixture on the gums and the infected tooth. Leave it there for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Wash it off and rinse your mouth thoroughly. You will experience relief from  tooth pain and swelling.

9.    Raw Plantain

Raw plantain is another effective home remedy that will provide you the answer on how to treat abscessed tooth fast. It will help in reducing the tooth pain as well as its symptoms along with reducing the swelling of the gums. It will also get rid of the infection.

Directions

• Take a few fresh plantain leaves and crush them finely.
• Apply these crushed leaves on the affected tooth.
• Leave it to rest on the tooth for about 20 to 25 minutes.
• You will experience a reduction in the pain. Now you can remove the paste from the tooth and then rinse your mouth thoroughly.
• Repeat this procedure several times in a day to get relief from swelling as well as tooth pain.

10.    Baking Soda

Baking soda is an ingredient that will help in increasing the pH level of the saliva to normal levels. The saliva will help in the remineralization of the teeth and will make it resistant to infection.  Baking soda is a very effective mechanical cleanser for the teeth and the gums and will help in treating abscessed tooth.

Method

• In a small bowl, add half a teaspoon of baking soda and salt. Mix them well.
• Now dip a small cotton ball in water and then coat it in the baking soda and salt mixture.
• Place the cotton ball on the affected tooth or place it in between the infected tooth and cheek.
• Allow it to sit there for several hours and repeat this process regularly to remove the pus formation in the gums as well as to completely do away with the infection.
• You can even use baking soda directly on the affected tooth to get relief from pain.
• You can also rinse your mouth with baking soda solution. This solution is prepared by mixing a teaspoon or one and a half teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of lukewarm water.

11.    Herbal Tea Bag

Tea is a rich source of tannin that will help in clearing the toxins. It has astringent properties that will help in absorbing the pus or toxins. It is very effective and natural home remedy to reduce pain, swelling and inflammation caused by abscessed tooth.

Directions

• Take an herbal tea bag and soak it in water to make tea.
• Remove the tea bag from the water and place it on top of the infected tooth.
• You need to leave it there for few hours or overnight.
• You need to rinse your mouth with salt water and hydrogen peroxide solution to get rid of the pus that is released in your mouth on application of the tea bag.
• Repeat this process on a regular basis to break free from tooth pain and infection problems.

12.     Apple Cider Vinegar

One of the popular home remedies to treat an abscessed tooth is apple cider vinegar. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and disinfectant properties.

Procedure

• Take a tablespoon of organic raw apple cider vinegar and pour it in your mouth.
• Swish it in your mouth for a few minutes and then spit it out completely. Do not swallow it.
• Rinse your mouth afterwards. Repeat this process several times in a day to get relief from tooth abscess.
• Another way to enjoy relief from tooth pain due to tooth abscess is to add a teaspoon of pure organic apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and drink it once in the morning and in the evening every day.

13.     Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is a natural remedy that is effective in killing bacteria as it has disinfectant properties. It will also help in lessening inflammation and pain in your tooth.

Procedure

• In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of hydrogen peroxide with a tablespoon of warm water. Make sure that it is mixed well in water.
• Now pour this mixture in your mouth and swish it for a few minutes. Spit it out completely. Make sure that the liquid comes in contact with the tooth abscess in your mouth for this treatment to be effective.
• You can even dip a cotton ball in this solution and place it on the infected tooth for a few hours.
• Repeat this process regularly to get relief from pain and to reduce the infection.

14.     Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds have natural pain reliving and antibacterial properties. It will help in providing complete relief from tooth pain due to tooth abscess and will also reduce the infection caused by bacteria on the infected tooth.

Method

• In a saucepan, add 4 teaspoons of sesame seeds and a cup of water. Stir this well and then boil this mixture for about 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
• Take a cotton ball and dip it in this sesame seeds water and apply it on the infected tooth.
• Make sure that you rub the solution all over the abscessed tooth and repeat this procedure all throughout the day to get rid of the tooth infection.

15.     Calendula

The leaves of the Calendula are effective in reducing the inflammation in your mouth as well as controlling tooth pain.

Procedure

• Crush a few fresh Calendula leaves to make it like a coarse paste.
• Apply it directly on the infected tooth using a cotton ball or cotton swab. Leave it to rest for one hour or so.
• Repeat this process several times a day until you experience a reduction in the pain and inflammation.

16.    Oil Pulling

This is an ancient Ayurvedic method for preventing tooth infections. This method has been in practice for centuries to maintain oral hygiene. Oil pulling practice will prevent the growth of bacteria in between teeth and on the walls of the oral cavity. The lipids present in the coconut oil has anti-bacterial and antiviral properties and kills the bacteria, fungus and other microorganisms causing the infection. This helps to prevent infections and speed up the healing of an abscessed tooth.

Method

• Take one tablespoon of organic virgin coconut oil
• Swish your mouth using this organic coconut oil for about 15 minutes to pull out the harmful microorganisms
• Do not swallow the oil, spit out the oil after 15 minutes
• Finally, rinse off the mouth using warm water
• Repeat the oil pulling 2-3 times a day to get complete relief from the problem.

17.    Oregano Oil

Oregano oil is a highly effective home remedy for abscessed tooth and other gum diseases. Oregano oil is capable of relieving the tooth pain and infection as it has anti- bacterial, anti-oxidant, anti- viral and anti-fungal properties. Oregano oil increases the immunity of the body and helps the body to fight tooth infections and speed up healing process. Oregano oil can be used in different convenient method as a treatment for an abscessed tooth.

Method – 1 (Direct Application)

• Take 2-3 drops of oregano oil and apply it directly on the affected tooth and gum
• Leave the oil in the infected area for some time to get relief from pain
• Repeat this 3-4 times a day to clear the infection and to get rid of the pain

Method -2 (As Mouthwash)

• Mix 3-5 drops of oregano oil in ¼ cup of warm water and stir well
• Use this solution as a mouthwash to swish the mouth for about 10 minutes
• Make sure that the mouthwash reaches the area of soreness
• Repeat the remedy 3-4 times a day to get relief from pain and to clear the infection.

Method -3 (With Colloidal Silver)

• First, you have to place a few drops of oregano oil in your mouth. This will help to cleanse your mouth
• Spit out the oregano oil and swallow the colloidal silver. Colloidal silver helps to improve the immune system and reduces pain and inflammation.
• You can also rub some colloidal silver on the infected tooth or gum to get instant pain relief.
• Using colloidal silver as a mouthwash is also beneficial in treating abscessed tooth.

18.    Olive Oil

Olive oil can reduce the pain and inflammation associated with an abscessed tooth. Olive oil contains a special component called eugenol, which kills the bacteria.  The anti -bacterial activity helps in faster healing of the sore.

Method

• Take 1-2 tablespoon of olive oil
• Take a small cotton ball and soak it in the olive oil
• Apply the olive oil to the affected area using the cotton ball
• Repeat the application of olive oil at least 2-3 times a day to cure the problem

19.    Self Treatment

There are some self treatment methods which help you to eliminate the problem of abscess tooth.

Method

• Observe the abscess which develops near the decaying tooth carefully.
• Keep ready items such as a sharp pin or needle, antiseptic mouthwash, cotton balls, tooth brush and tooth paste
• Boil the needle or pin in water for about 10 minutes to sterilize it and allow it to cool
• Brush your teeth, gums and tongue to clean it thoroughly
• Use an antiseptic mouthwash to rinse your mouth. Keep the solution in mouth for at least 30 seconds.
• Wet the cotton balls using the antiseptic mouth wash
• Using the sterilized needle pierce the abscess carefully
• Push out the pus using your finger. Remove as much  pus as possible
• Clean the pus using the cotton balls dipped in mouthwash
• Dab some mouthwash on the sore area
• Repeat pressing and removing the pus every 3-4 hours
• If the pus do not drain completely repeat the cleaning process next day. Care should be taken not to insert the needle in the same point on the gum.
• When the pus get completely drained, take necessary antibiotic prescribed by your doctor to prevent any further infection

20.     Potatoes

Raw potatoes are very effective in getting rid of infection. But, they take time to clear the infection.

Method

• Cut a raw potato into small pieces.
• Place a small piece of potato on the tooth that you are having trouble with. Make sure that you place it in that position overnight.
• Next morning, you can remove the potato piece in your mouth and you will find that the pain and swelling around the abscessed tooth is gone.
• If you would like to clear the infection properly, then use it every night till you feel that the bacterial infection is gone.

21.    Cold Compress

Cold compress or pack around the tooth abscess area will help in giving you instant relief from pain.

Procedure

• Take a few ice cubes from the refrigerator and place it on a clean wet cloth. Cover the cloth so that the ice cubes are tightly packed inside the cloth.
• Place this wet cloth over the affected area from the outside of your mouth.
• Keep it there for a few minutes to get instant relief from pain as well as inflammation. This will help you to get good sleep.
• You can even use frozen things in a bag and place it over the outside of the affected area.
• You can also use ice cold water bottle to give a cold compress in the infected area from the outside.
• Repeat this process whenever you feel pain due to an abscessed tooth.

22.     Antibiotics

One of the easiest methods to get rid of excruciating pain due to tooth abscess is to take antibiotics.

• Paracetamol tablets are very effective in reducing pain.
• Amoxicillin is an antibiotic that most doctors recommend to get rid of pain due to bad tooth.
• Ibuprofen is another drug that will help in alleviating pain as well as reduce swelling.

23.    Papaya

Papaya is a very healthy fruit that is loaded with antioxidants as well as the nutrients needed for the body. It will help in eliminating the bacteria in the tooth and will help in getting rid of toothache. It will also help in quickening the recovery process of an abscessed tooth.

Procedure

• Peel off the skin of a fresh papaya and cut it into slices.
• Rub a slice of the papaya on the tooth abscess and also on the gum tissues that is surrounding the tooth.
• Leave it to rest on the tooth and the gum for an hour or so.
• Rinse the mouth with a good mouthwash and you will enjoy great relief from the infection.
• Repeat this process for a few days so that you get complete relief from the tooth infection.

24.    Goldenseal

• Take half a teaspoon of Goldenseal powder and apply it directly on the infected tooth.
• Leave it there for about 20 to 30 minutes and then wash your mouth with an antiseptic mouthwash.
• Repeat this process for a few days to get complete relief from toothache.

25.    Echinacea

• You can take Echinacea in the form of tea internally to get relief from tooth pain.
• Apply Echinacea powder on the abscessed tooth directly and keep it there for about 20 minutes.
• Rinse your mouth thoroughly and apply this powder regularly for a few days to get complete relief from the infection.

Homeopathic Treatments to Treat Tooth Abscess

The following are some of the homeopathic treatments that you can use to heal your abscessed tooth.

• Silicea (will help in removing pus)
• Pulsatilla (given to patients with sensitive tooth problems)
• Hepar sulphuris (treats tooth abscess accompanied with pus)
• Bryonia (pain reliever)
• Belladonna (gets rid of pain and redness due to tooth abscess)
• Myristica (relief to swollen areas around the infected tooth)

Tips to Reduce the problem of Abscessed Tooth

Sometimes the pain due to abscessed tooth will be severe and sometimes you may not be in a position to meet the dentist to treat the problem immediately. In such cases the pain can be controlled temporarily using the tips given below. Some of these tips will also reduce the chances of developing abscessed tooth.

1. If the pain is unbearable opt for over the counter pain killers such as acetaminophen or  ibuprofen to get relief from pain and inflammation
2. Always try to use fluoride containing toothpaste and fluorinated drinking water  to reduce the chances of abscess.
3. Regular Use of dental floss or inter dental cleaner  prevents the growth of bacteria in the oral cavity  and prevents dental infections
4. Change your toothbrush in every 3-4 months to ensure proper cleaning of the teeth.
5. Make regular visits to the dentist for  checkups and for cleaning the teeth
6. Use an antiseptic mouthwash or a fluoride containing mouth wash to protect the teeth from infections and decay.
7. Reduce the consumption of sugary items and cleanse the mouth after eating sugary items
8. When you are suffering from an abscessed tooth, avoid taking caffeine. Caffeine influences the glucose metabolism and elevates sugar levels, which increases the chances of infection. Caffeine also affects the functions of liver and other endocrine glands.
9. Applying olive leaf extract or taking the supplements containing olive extract helps to heal the infection and reduce the pain
10. Using Bromelain supplements also reduces the pain due to an abscessed tooth
11. Do not use excess pressure while brushing your teeth. Applying force will cause damage to the gums resulting bleeding of the gums. Always use a toothbrush with soft bristles to clean the teeth.
12. Try to keep your teeth clean and neat by quitting smoking and the use of other tobacco products.
13. Apply powdered Echinacea or Goldenseal directly on the affected tooth and gum to relieve the pain and to cure infection
14. Boost your immune system by consuming 1000 mg of vitamin C in the capsule form. This will help the body to fight the infection.
15. In ½ glass of water, add ¼ teaspoon of potassium carbonate, and use this solution as mouthwash. Rinse your mouth using this solution 3-4 times a day to treat abscesses.
16. Rinsing the mouth with 1-2 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract will help to relieve pain.
17. Avoid using chewing gums during infection
18. To prevent the development of abscessed tooth take a healthy diet containing omega -3- fatty acids, wheat grass, onions, raw tomatoes, cashews, fresh fruits and vegetables etc. A healthy diet can boost the immune system and prevent infections.
19. Rinse your mouth using warm salt water twice a day to clear the infection and to reduce the discomfort and pain due to infection.

It is extremely important to get proper treatment for abscess tooth as the infection can easily spread to other areas of the body such as neck, jaws, head etc leading to more complications. The infection can affect even the working of brain and heart. You can use the above home remedies to cure the infection and consult your dentist to ensure that the infection is completely prevented.

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How To Get Rid Of Blackheads Fast?

Blackheads are a very common and annoying problem for both men and women. It occurs when the skin pores get clogged due to the excess secretion of sebum and also due to dry dead skin. This oil is made by the sebaceous glands to make your skin supple. Women tend to be really upset by the sight of blackheads on their nose than men. Nowadays, we see both sexes looking for various methods to get rid of the blackheads on nose.
Blackheads are not caused by dirt and scrubbing your face with scrubbing agents will not help in getting rid of blackheads. They are nothing buy pimples without skin over them. It is caused due to the oxidization of the sebum or the skin cells when it comes in contact with air. This happens only when your skin pores open. The oxidization will make the skin turn black. So, excess scrubbing of the skin will only make the matters worse and will make your skin on your face get drier than before. This will result in more oil being created to make up for the loss of oil and maters get even worse. Hence, it is suggested that you follow the given remedies only for two to three times maximum in a week and this way you will be able to make your skin look better. You just need to clean out the pores to get rid of blackheads.
The following are the home remedies that will provide you with a solution on how to get rid of blackheads fast.

1.    Milk and Honey Pore Strips

Honey and milk are always good for your skin. The lactic acid in the milk will help in keeping your skin soft and smooth and honey is loaded with antibacterial properties. The main goal here is to mix honey and milk in such a way that it forms an adhesive.

How to Apply?

• Take one tablespoon of organic and pure honey in a small microwave safe bowl.
• Add a teaspoon of cold milk to the honey and mix it well.
• Now microwave the contents in the bowl for a minute. Now mix the contents once again.
• Allow it to reach room temperature and then apply a thin layer of this mixture over the blackheads on nose.
• Now take a strip of dry and clean cotton cloth and pat it gently on the thin layer of honey and milk mixture.
• Make sure that it sticks firmly on the mixture. Allow it to dry and wait for about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Now carefully peel this trip away and rinse your nose with cold water. Apply moisturizer on it.
• Repeat this process three times a week and you can get rid of blackheads on nose in a month’s time.

2.    Patting with Honey

Honey has excellent antibacterial properties and will help in easy blackhead removal from your face and neck. It is important for you to use raw organic honey that is thick to get the maximum benefit. Honey will provide the perfect balancing act for your skin and works well on oily skin as well as blackheads.

• All you need to do is to apply pure honey on the area where you spot blackheads. Allow it to rest for about 10 minutes.
• Wash it off with lukewarm water and repeat this process three times a week to see effective results.

3.    Steam Treatment

The steam will help in greatly reducing the appearance of the blackheads on nose and face, though it does not open your pores. It will help in softening the sebum that fills your pores and causes blackheads to appear. This is a relaxing and easy way of how to get rid of blackheads naturally.

Directions

• Take a large bowl and pour boiling water into it. Allow the water to cool a bit.
• Now, cover your head with a big towel and lean over the bowl for about 10 minutes.
• The towel has to be covered in such a way that the steam does not have any opening to escape out.
• Be careful not to get very close to the boiling water as it can burn your skin.
• Once done, rinse your face with warm water and then pat your face dry with a clean towel.
• Do not forget to moisturize your skin after the steam treatment. Repeat this process for several weeks to easily get rid of blackheads naturally and to enjoy glowing skin.

4.    Clay Mask

One of the easiest solutions on how to get rid of blackheads fast is to use bentonite clay on your face. It has rich healing properties that are used to treat a variety of skin ailments. It has been in use for centuries. It does a very good job on the skin as it will remove out all impurities and the oils on your skin pores. A clay mask will make sure that your skin will get all the essential minerals to improve blood circulation and to tone your skin. It is a face mask that will make you feel like your skin is tightening as it dries.

How To Apply?

• Add Bentonite clay or cosmetic clay in enough quantity of water or apple cider vinegar to make a thick paste that can be easily applied to your skin.
• You can use your fingertips to apply a thin layer this mask all over your face.
• Let it sit on your face for 20 to 25 minutes or until it dries out completely.
• Rinse the face off with lukewarm water and then pat it dry. Now apply moisturizer on your face.
• Repeat this process two times a week for three to four weeks to see visible results.

5.    Honey and Cinnamon Paste

Honey has antibacterial properties that will help in keeping the bacteria away as well as will act as an adhesive that can pull out anything in the pores of your skin. Cinnamon is a natural healer that will help in improving the blood circulation to make skin look smooth and healthy as well as glowing. Cinnamon and honey together make a delicious candy. They are equally good on your skin and will work effectively in giving you the solution to blackhead problems.

Directions

• In a small bowl, mix one part of cinnamon powder with one part of raw and pure organic honey. You should be having enough paste so that it covers all the affected area.
• Apply a thin layer of the cinnamon and honey paste on the blackheads and then fix a small strip of clean and dry cloth over this paste. Pat it and ensure that it sticks onto the paste firmly.
• Allow the mixture to rest on the blackheads for five minutes. Now remove the strip carefully and wash your face with lukewarm water.
• Never forget to moisturize your skin. Repeat this process two to three times a week to see a reduction in the blackheads on nose.

6.    Egg White Mask

Egg whites are loaded with nutrients needed for the skin and will do a very good job in temporarily tightening the skin pores. It can be used as an effective face mask to reduce the chances of developing further blackheads as well as to remove the existing blackheads on your face and nose.

How To Apply?

• You just need to use the egg white and hence first you will need to separate the yolk and the white of the egg.
• Pat your face dry with a clean towel and then apply a thin layer of the egg white on your face.
• You can use a facial tissue or a toilet paper over the applied egg white layer and press it gently on your face.
• Now allow the first layer to dry completely.
• Apply another layer of egg white on the facial tissue.  You must ensure that the tissue does not fall off. You can now place another facial tissue over this new egg white layer.
• After the second egg white layer has dried out, you can once again apply a third layer of egg white on the tissue appear.
• Allow the layers to completely dry. You will feel tightness when the mask dries. Once done, peel off the tissue paper and wash your face gently with lukewarm water. Pat it dry and apply moisturizer.
• Repeat this process two times a week for 1 to 2 months to completely get rid of blackheads on nose and face.

7.    Lemon Juice

The opening of the skin pores and the clogging is what makes the blackheads to appear on your nose and face. If you are able to shrink the pores on your skin, then you can do away with the blackhead problems that are disturbing you. Lemon juice is a substance that will work wonders on your skin to temporarily lighten the skin and to close the pores. If you have sensitive skin, then you can use diluted lemon juice on your face.

Directions

• Wash your face clean and then pat it dry. In a small bowl, squeeze one or two lemons to extract its juice.
• Apply this lemon juice on the target areas on your nose and face using a cotton ball. You need to apply this juice on the affected area at bedtime.
• Rinse your face with lukewarm water the next day morning and then pat it dry. Apply moisturizer.
• You need to repeat this process 3 to 4 times in a week to find a solution on how to remove blackheads from nose.

8.    Apple Cider Vinegar and Mint

You can make a very good skin toner by mixing apple cider vinegar and mint leaves. The apple cider vinegar will help in eliminating the stuff that causes the blackheads on nose and face and the mint will provide the soothing and cooling effect to the skin. The menthol in the mint can help in reducing the inflammation around the blackheads.

How to Apply?

• Take apple cider vinegar in a bottle and add mint leaves in it. Keep the bottle as it is for about a week in a cool dark place.
• Now, strain the liquid and then add a cup of water to it.
• Store this liquid mixture in refrigerator for 6 days.
• Apply this mixture on your blackheads after cleaning your face with water and then patting it dry. You can apply this mixture on the blackhead on the nose and face with the help of clean cotton balls.
• Leave to liquid on your blackheads overnight and rinse it off the first thing in the morning. Then do not forget to apply the moisturizer.
• Apply this mixture every night to see the effective blackhead removal in three to four weeks time.

9.    Baking Soda

Baking soda is a home remedy you can think of to find an easy solution on how to get rid of blackheads fast. It is also effective in treating acne. Baking soda is very good in removing the dirt and the dust particles that get attached to your skin and will also help in clearing the pores. It must not be overused as it has salt content that can cause your skin to go dry.

Directions

• In a small bowl, take two to three teaspoons of baking soda and mix it with water to make a thick paste. Make sure that the paste is spreadable.
• Take some paste on your fingertips and massage it in a circular motion over the blackheads on your nose and face.
• Let it dry for a few minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
• Repeat this remedy twice a week to remove blackheads on nose.

10.    Green Tea

Green tea is found to be very effective in treating blackheads.

• Put a teaspoon or two of dried green tea leaves in a small bowl of water.
• Grind this into a coarse paste. Using your fingertips, apply this paste on the blackheads generously.
• Now scrub the paste on the blackheads for about two to three minutes. This will help in cleansing your oily skin as well as clear all dirt from your skin pores.
• Let it dry for a few minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
• Repeat this process three times a week to find a solution to your problem of how to remove blackheads from your skin.

11.    Sugar Scrub

Exfoliating your skin is a very good thing as it will help in easily removing dead skin cells. Hence, you need to exfoliate your skin occasionally. This has to be followed by moisturizing. The dead skin cells are those that will clog your skin pores and will lead to creation of blackheads and acne. Exfoliating with sugar and jojoba oil will help in improving the blood circulation in your face. It will help in giving a healthy glow to your skin.

Directions

• Add one cup of sugar in a deep bottom bowl and mix it with 4 tablespoons of jojoba oil. Add a few drops of fragrance to give a good smell to this mixture.
• Mix these ingredients well. You can now store this mixture in a glass jar and this will stay fresh for one and half months.
• Wet your face and apply a generous amount of this sugar scrub mixture on your face. Use your fingertips to scrub the mixture and massage it over your face in a circular motion for five minutes.
• Rinse it off with water and then pat dry. Apply moisturizer to your face.
• Repeat this process for two to three times only in a week. This will help in easy blackhead removal.

12.    Treating With Water

One of the natural home remedies that you can do daily to get solution on how to get rid of blackheads is to use water treatment on your face so that you prevent your skin from drying too much. Water treatment is nothing but washing your face with clean water for a couple of minutes and then patting it dry with a clean towel. This will help in removing excess sebum and also flushing out dead skin on your face. This way you can prevent he development of blackheads on your face.

• Wash your face with plain water at least five to six times a day.
• Pat it dry after a good wash and then apply moisturizer to keep the skin fresh.

13.    Oatmeal and Yoghurt Mixture

Oatmeal and yoghurt mixture are found to be very effective in treating blackheads on the skin. It will help in rejuvenating your skin.

• Add two tablespoons of oatmeal in a bowl and then mix it well with three tablespoons of plain yoghurt.
• Add a few drops of lemon juice as well as a teaspoon or two of olive oil. Mix well.
• Apply this face on the blackheads affected area. Leave it there for a few minutes to dry.
• Rinse it off with water and then pat dry.
• Repeat this procedure for three times a week to get rid of blackheads fast.

14.    Turmeric

Turmeric has very good antiseptic properties and works well for minor burns. It is also very effective in treating blackheads.

• In a bowl, add a teaspoon of turmeric powder with two tablespoons of fresh mint juice. Mix it well.
• Apply this mixture on the affected areas of your face. Allow it to dry for a few minutes.
• Wash it off with water and pat your face dry.
• You can also mix turmeric powder, sandalwood powder and milk and make it into a smooth paste. Apply this mixture on your face and rest it for about 5 minutes. Wash it off with water to reduce blackheads in three to four weeks time.

15.    Fenugreek

One of the easiest effective remedies that you can use to find solutions on how to remove blackheads from nose is to use fenugreek paste. It will help in clearing the clogging of the pores.

• Take fresh fenugreek leaves and add water to it. Grind this mixture to make a thick paste.
• Apply it on the blackhead areas on your face and nose and allow it to dry for about 8 to 10 minutes.
• Rinse it off with lukewarm water and then pat dry.
• You can use this home remedy everyday to reduce blackheads and to prevent it from reappearing.

16.    Cornmeal

The cornmeal will help in removing the dirt and the dust that blocks the pores of your skin. It will help the skin to breathe easily.

• Use steam to open your skin pores. Now mix a tablespoon of powdered cornmeal with any of your regular homemade facial cleanser.
• Apply this mixture on the affected areas with your fingertips in a circular motion.
• Leave it to dry for a few minutes and then rinse the mixture off with cold water.
• Repeat this three times a week and this will help in closing the skin pores and thereby prevent blackheads.

17.    Tomato Juice

Tomatoes have antiseptic properties which will help in easily removing the clogging of the pores.

• Mash a few tomatoes and use its juice as well as its peel to treat your face.
• You will have to apply a generous amount of tomato juice on the nose and the face where blackheads appear.
• Apply it and leave it on the skin overnight. This will help in drying up your blackheads.
• Repeat this process three to four times a week to remove the blackheads from nose naturally.

18.    Lemon and Olive Oil

Lemon juice is known to be very good at cleansing the skin. Olive oil is also a very good for your skin that will make it soft and smooth. Lemon will help in de-clogging the skin pores.

• Mix equal parts of lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil in a small bowl.
• Apply this toner on your face and other areas where you spot blackheads.
• Use a cotton ball to apply this mixture on your face. Concentrate more on the nose area as this is where blackheads normally appear.
• Leave it for a few minutes or even overnight.
• Wash it off with lukewarm water and pat dry. Repeat this process four times a week to get rid of blackheads naturally.

19.    Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is also known for its antiseptic properties and it will help in easily removing the dirt and blemishes from your skin.

• Apply generous amount of tea tree oil on your face everyday. Pay more attention to your nose area.
• Allow it to rest on your face for 10 to 15 minutes or even overnight.
• Wash it off with lukewarm water and pat dry. Apply moisturizer on skin.
• Using this regularly on your skin will help in not just removing blackheads, but also prevents the occurrence of blackheads.

20.    Toothpaste

The toothpaste that you use to brush your teeth could be your answer on how to get rid of blackheads on nose fast.

• Wash your face with lukewarm water. Now take a small quantity of toothpaste on a new soft bristle toothbrush.
• Rub this on the blackheads affected areas of your skin for about five minutes. You should be very slow in rubbing the paste on your skin.
• Wash the face with cold water and this therapy will help in closing your skin pores.
• You can do this blackhead removal treatment on your nose and face every day if you do not feel any irritation. If irritation occurs, wash it off immediately and try some other home made remedy to treat blackheads.

Additional Tips to Prevent Blackheads

The following are the tips that you should follow to prevent blackheads on nose and get answers to how to remove blackheads from nose.

1. It is vital for you to keep your face as clean as possible. This is the most obvious method you need to follow to keep your skin free from blackheads. Regular washing and cleansing with natural facial cleansers will do a perfect job.
2. Exfoliating your skin once in three to four days will help in removing the impurities and dust on your skin pores and thereby prevent blackheads.
3. Detoxifying your body to remove impurities and toxins will also help in keeping your skin hydrated. It will make the skin smoother, softer as well as cleaner. Drinking more water will help in a great way.
4. Remove your makeup when you hit the bed as it will clog the pores and do not give enough space for your skin to breathe.
5. Change your pillow covers once in a week. There may be dead skin cells, dust and dirt attached to the pillow covers which can easily make the blackheads reappear.
6. It is always better to check out the ingredients of facial products before buying it. It is better to go for natural facial products to prevent the appearance of blackheads on nose and skin.
7. Do not pop or pick the blackheads on your face and nose as it might add more bacteria on the skin.

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