Acne is an issue that plagues many teenagers. But, it is not teenagers alone who get acne. Acne can effect anyone. It may be caused by an allergy, improper nutrition, or can sometimes appear at some point during a woman’s menstrual cycle.
There are many home remedies for acne that can be used to combat ugly, embarrassing acne. We will cover some of the options here. When choosing a home remedy for acne, please be sure to research the many options that are available before choosing the one that seems right for you and your particular acne problem.
Two of the most common home remedies for acne treatment are readily available and easy to acquire. As with all home remedies, it is best to stick as close to nature as possible when choosing your products. Avoid putting harsh chemicals and additives on your skin - which could aggravate the problem further.
One of the first at home remedies for acne we will discuss is quite simple - natural soap. Find a soap like a castile soap or gentle cleansing soap that is completely natural. I would suggest going to a store like Whole Foods or a good health food store and browsing at all of the options available. READ THE LABELS! Make sure that the ingredients are pure, simple and if possible, organic. As discussed above, many commercial products that claim to be remedies for acne contain harsh chemicals that may make your problem worse so reading labels is very important!
If you choose a liquid castile type soap, use with a warm washcloth and gently wash your face. A castile or natural soap that contains the essential oil from peppermint is one of the great natural home remedies for acne. It is cool and refreshing and leaves your face feeling smooth, soft and revitalized. Other soothing home remedies for treating acne may include lavender or strawberry. These are both wonderful, natural ingredients that will help to prevent and treat acne.
Another home remedy for acne that seems to work well in preventing breakouts is apple cider vinegar. But, be sure to dilute the vinegar in water. The low pH of the vinegar will help to maintain a good pH balance in your skin. Apple cider vinegar can be found in healthfood stores and Whole Foods, but look for a natural, organic brand. Bragg's is a good brand to consider.
Here are some other natural remedies for acne:
1. Aloe Vera gel (directly from the plant is best). Place a small amount of the gel on the affected area. Let it absorb into your skin. Do not rinse.
2. A mixture of honey mixed with cinnamon is one of nature's useful acne natural remedies. Make a paste out of the mixture and smooth over your face for 15 minutes - like a mask. Rinse off and pat dry.
3. Apply fresh mint juice (make a tea from fresh mint leaves) on your face daily. This will help to dry out the acne pimples from your face. This is the last of the acne home remedies we will discuss today.
Try these very natural, easy and gentle ways to treat your acne. They are inexpensive and easy to find. You may even have them in your medicine cabinet or pantry at home!
