Acne is one of the most common skin problems people struggle with. Some cases are more severe than others, but the impact it has on our body is not just aesthetic but also psychologically damaging. Most people struggling with acne encounter at one point of their life self esteem and confidence problems. If you have problems with acne, you’ll find here some home remedies that can help you treat it.
1. Apple cider vinegar – kills bacteria, it’s alkalizing the skin and balancing the pH of it. Use pure unfiltered apple cider vinegar mixed with water (1 part vinegar, 3 parts water) and wash your face with it.
2. Cinnamon honey mask – 2 tbsp honey mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon, apply on clean face for 10 minutes then rinse.
3. Milk and honey – improve outbreaks and the tone of your skin. Mix 1 tbsp of milk with 1 tbsp of raw honey and apply thin layers of it until you applied it all. Leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse by gently scrubbing face.
4. Egg whites – rich in proteins and vitamins they rebuild skin cells. Take 3 egg whites and apply on clean face layer by layer until you have put everything on. Rinse with warm water and moisturize.
5. Fresh papaya – great for pimples, mash half of papaya and apply on clean face, leave it on for 15-20 minutes then rinse.
6. Orange peel paste – promotes growth of new healthy skin cells. Peel 2 oranges and put the peels into the blender, add water to make a paste then apply it of face and problem areas for half an hour then rinse.
7. Tea tree oil – dilute 1 part oil with 9 parts of water and apply to problem areas.
8. Strawberries and honey – high in salicylic acid great for cleaning pores. Mix 3 mashed strawberries with 2 tsp of raw honey, apply to clean face and let it sit for 20 minutes.
9. Banana peel – contain lutein, a very powerful antioxidant encouraging growth of healthy skin cells. Just rub the banana peel to your face.
10. Aloe vera – best to have fresh aloe vera leaves, and apply the gel on freshly cleaned face.
11. Sodium bicarbonate – miracle ingredient, amazing for treating different problems, also helps with acne. Make a paste from equally mixing sodium bicarbonate with baking soda and gently massage it to your face, for 2 minutes. Leave it on for 15 minutes then rinse.
12. Lemon juice – rich in vitamin C and antioxidants helps exfoliate the skin, cut a slice of lemon and dab it to your face.
13. Steam – helps with soothing different minor maladies, opens the pores of your face and flushes out the impurities. Put some boiling water into a pot, put your face over, be careful not to burn yourself and put a towel over your head. Sit over the steam for a few minutes then pat your face dry.
14. Garlic – with amazing antibacterial properties, helps with acne healing. Take 2 or 3 cloves of garlic and mash them. With a q-tip, take the juice of it and apply it to problem spots.
15. Oatmeal – if you cook it or soak it and then use as a mask, it reduces inflammations. Cook one serving of oatmeal and while it is still hot mix with 2 tbsp raw honey. Let it cool down and apply it over the areas you want. Leave it on for half an hour then rinse.
16. Sugar scrub – helps in getting rid of dead cells. Mix 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp coarse sea salt, 1/3 cup of olive oil with 5 tbsp vanilla extract and store it in a plastic container in the fridge. Use on whatever area you want.
17. Avocado and honey mask – full of nutrients and vitamins it’s great for sensitive skin. Blend together one avocado with 1 tbsp of honey and apply on clean skin for 15-20 minutes then rinse.
18. Clean pillows – are very important as your face spends a lot of time on them. Dirt and bacteria can build up there, so pillowcases should be washed once per week.
19. Avoid touching your face – don’t move more bacteria from your hands there.
20. Mint refresher – helps with pain relieving and all you have to do is crush some mint leaves and apply on clean face.
21. Potatoes – rich in potassium, sulfur, phosphorus, and chloride and all are great in reducing blemishes. Grate 1 potato and rub the juice to your face in circular motions for a few minutes. Let it dry for 15 minutes then wash.
22. Organic tea – green tea contains antioxidants that reduce sebum production and bacterial growth. Wash your face with cooled down organic tea, or put it into a spray bottle and spray it to your face.
Don’t forget that after applying all these treatments you should always moisturize the skin, as many of them can be harsh and dry it out too much.
See also:
How to Quickly Cover Up Bad Acne;
How to Easily Remove Deep Blackheads;
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Source: everydayroots.
