Natural Cures For Acne

You have seen it happen to your friend’s skin and you’re scared. Scared that you could also blemish your otherwise flawless face, if you use those readily available skincare products from the market to eliminate those pesky pimples and bothersome blackheads. Almost all such ready made products, like cleansers, toners, moisturizers, shampoos, scrubs and masks are suspect in aggravating acne. So, what are you to do? Well, there’s a way out. Opt for natural acne cures. They not only make acne disappear, but also bring that original glow back to your face, while rejuvenating your skin.

Natural cures

The most sensible step you could’ve taken, you’ve already taken. You’ve said no to chemical skincare products and opted for their naturally derived counterparts. Your grandma’s recipes, ointments and potions are making a comeback for treating acne, bringing the smile back to women, especially the skin-conscious teenagers. Acne, a skin disorder resulting from the action of hormones on the skin’s oil glands, leads to plugged pores and outbreak of pimples, whiteheads and blackheads that ravages the skin. The natural remedies not only treat this skin condition effectively, but also don’t cause allergies. Chemical skincare products are known to give real bad allergies.

The products for natural acne treatment come in various forms, like cleansers, toners, moisturizers, shampoos, scrubs and masks, to name just a few. The most common natural ingredients used in them include tea tree oil and Aloe vera. Tea tree oil, a strong natural antiseptic, is effective against skin problems and is a natural cure for acne. What this oil does is to penetrate the follicles of the skin and kill all infection causing bacteria. It also rejuvenates the tissue of the affected area. Aloe vera, on the other hand, when used as part of a daily skin treatment regimen, helps keep the skin healthy. Its oil has healing and restorative properties. Little wonder it is a part of every high-end lotion, cream and gel product.

Other natural ingredients, for treating acne, include shea butter. This butter has a range of amazing healing properties stemming from its physical make up of vitamins A, E, and cinnamic acid and the like. It has incredible anti-inflammatory qualities and has been used since antiquity for healing wounds and eradicating scars. Natural muds and salts used for scrubs and masks also draw out the impurities from the skin.

If the acne is not in its advanced stage and contains only a few pimples and white or blackheads, you can also use some quick-fix natural solutions. Pound an orange peel with water and apply it to the acne affected area. You can also use cucumber leaves or its grated pieces in place of orange peel. Even rubbing the area with a fresh cut clove of garlic brings wonderful results. Clove based facemask or a paste of fenugreek leaves applied overnight and washed off the next morning also clears the skin of pimples.

Water treatment

If you really don’t want to get into the hassle of natural acne remedies involving herbs and other natural ingredients, there is a simple, time-tested method for getting rid of acne. It’s the water treatment. When we consume less amounts of water, our skin cells shrivel giving rise to skin problems, amongst which acne is the most common. So, to avoid dehydration, there is a need to maintain sufficient water in the tissue by consuming at least one and a half liters of water daily. This not only hydrates the body, but also imparts a healthy glow to the skin. Can you ask for a simpler home remedy for acne!

Natural acne cures are safe and effective. All you need do is seek your grandma’s advice and enjoy a healthy, unblemished skin forever!

joy

I know this will sound weird but, I come from along line of ance promblems. This works and you can find all this stuff in your home.

First wet your face with warm water. Next take salt [ any salt] and rub it on your face . BE CAREFUL!! Next take 3 table spoons of plain yogert and 1/4 cup of brown suger. Mix it and rub it all over your face . Rinse pat dry and your face will be baby soft.
diego

i have this question?? does these natural remedies works in the same way for men?? cause i heard sometimes that because men and girls have different type of skins so they need differente types of remedies?? is these right write me back.. thanks
Unknown Doctor

Even though it sounds old-fashioned, water really is the best cure for acne because it cleans the toxins out of the body, especially the skin. The preferred amount of water is about a gallon daily.

As for Diego’s question, it is not so much as a boy/girl thing as it is a person-to-person thing. Yes, there are slight differences in the skin of males and females, but there is more of a difference between every individual. Everyone’s skin has different pigments. But, the water treatment still should help exponentially. Besides, it’s important to drink large amounts of water daily anyway.
Joy

Need something that will make your skin REALLY! soft ust this

You need
1/2 cup of plain oatmeal
2 table spoons of plain yogert
1 table spoon on brown suger

I mix it rub on your face and rince off and REMEMBER pat dry .
Fanci Brown

The water remedy really works. If my little brother doesn’t drink a lot of water throughout the day he will break out. I also find that my skin doesn’t peal at all if i scrub it with a wash cloth and plain dove soap.
Bertha Avalos

I have found that using a paste of aspirin really has helped me. I make a mixture of honey and crushed aspirins (about 4) and leave on for 15 minutes it makes my skin feel really good afterwards. You can see the pimple get smaller right away. Using baking soda too has helped me just wash your face with it and moisturize.

But i have a question does tea tree oil help get rid of acne? and acne scars?

I’ve heard about it but I’m scared to try it, because a friend told me about the toothpaste trick that didn’t help me. I used gel toothpaste and when i woke up my face was scarred and ugly. It’s almost gone but yea, so if your gonna use toothpaste use white only!

But if you have anything on tea tree oil tell me. Thank you, I hope my suggestions work for you.
mL.

Hey, I was wondering if there is an effective remedy for scars done by a massive assault of acne on your face?
Anonymous girl

For those bothered with blackheads, pimples and general facial and lip sores, this simple preparation might do the trick in getting rid of these problems.
Tie 24 large asparagus spears into two separate bundles of 12 each.Trim even. stand butts down in preheated boiling water up to about 1-1/2 inch below the tips. Simmer for half an hour uncovered until tender. Store cooked spears in refrigerator. Save the asparagus water, however, and cleanse the face morning and night with it.
natile

to get rid of acne real fast before school starts:

*rub 1/4 cup of apple juice all over your face.

*then lie down with cucumber slices covering your face for 15 min.
take off the cucumber and rinse face with warm water by hands no cloth
repeat once a day until acne goes away.
mercy

hi i just need to ask for help i have suffered acne for 14 years and im still suffering from it please advise me on which remedy to use im hopeless im desperate please help
Dr. Angelino

The tea tree oil really is the best natural cure for acne, however I must warn you that it is quite potent in smell. If you can handle that then you are on your way to being acne free very soon! Try it, but not just once give it a week and you will be amazed. Make sure to clean face first with hot water as hot as you can stand it. This will open the pores. The hotter the water the more your pores will open. Some people like to steam their face over a hot pan of boiling water for about 5-10 minutes first. This helps open the pores and as your face begins to sweat it releases the “dirt” from the pores. Pat dry and imidiately rub the tea tree oil on your face. Because of the smell this is good to do before bed. In the morning just wash your face with hot water. Remember girls, as much as we like our make up, this is also a source of problem for acne because it clogs the pores, so the less you use the better. Try this and you will see a difference!
Aradia

Tea tree oil is quite effective as an acne treatment.
I have a mixture made of tea tree and lavender oils that
we use around my house for all sorts of things. Very little
oil is needed for treatment and is usually dilluted with
either mineral water or another carrier oil like grapeseed.
We keep ours in a cobalt spritz bottle for easy application.
Uses range from Acne to scrapes and cuts and basic hand
sanitation. Tea tree is an all around wonderful oil to use
and the lavender helps for those who have sensative skin.
Tea tree can be a bit harsh for those with sensative skin
so useing a carrier oil or premade treatment are very important.
DO your research before using any natural method. That way you
are fully aware of the possible effects. Both good and bad.
mercy

Thank you for the advice on tea tree oil.i will give it a try can i get the natural tea tree oil in chemists or any beauty shop?
girlie

I’m female, 35yrs old and my pimples got worst then in my younger years… it comes and go to all parts of my face. i have tried many brands but I’m not satisfied and so i am trying now natural remedies. Four days I’m using now concentrated (kalamansi) lime juice for my face and it really works.

It dries up my pimples though i still see some black and whiteheads. Also I want to know what should be my regular maintenance for my face as i heard if i continually use it more than a week I’ll have wrinkles… if anybody can help…. please. Thanks.
AlexinSC

Using lemon juice on scarred areas helps lighten them. I do a facial scrub with baking soda once a week. I’ve been doing this for a month and have seen great results.
Veronica

i want to know how could i calm my redness form pimples on my face please comment me back on this
raven

When I went to the dermatoligist he sad NO milk at all! I was like ok..but after a month of no milk my skin has went to totally broken out to almost flawless.
Joe

Hi, I’m using this product called Oxy which is designed for boys skin. So far I cant say as though it’s workin because I have got another spot come just under my nose and have been using for the past week and a half.

Also it makes my skin feel soft, but really dry? Is it supposed too?
Blake

This sounds weird but Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda(Arm&Hammer Is Preferred. Put some baking soda in the palm of your hand and then put a little Peroxide on it and make a paste. then just put it on any pimple you have and leave it on there for about 10 minutes then you can wipe it off. Then by the next day its usually always gone. it may take 2 days for others but trust me it’s worth it.
Elle O’Donnell

Okay, for all you guys AND gals out there I have a solution for you that has helped me fight acne. I am currently 13 and trying to kill my acne before it gets really bad. So I use this product called Super-C-Cleanser. It makes my face feel so good during and after I wash with it. It has NO mineral oil, Petroleum or waxes. NO animal by-products. It’s Paraben free. And NO animal testing. And if you can’t afford to buy stuff like this right now, that’s okay. I have another solution. So what you do is every night before bed and every morning you wash your face with cold water with a CLEAN washcloth. Sorry but putting on make up is the reason for alot of peoples acne. And if you want to get rid of it the best you can and be extra safe is get a bowl of REALLY hot water and put your face over it then put a towel over your head. It helps open your pores and when you sweat all the dirt comes out of your pores reviving your skin. The hotter the water the better! And if you still need help beond that, after you steam your face your get down to buisness. The best time to do this is before bed. First you need to dab your face dry from steaming and hurry so your pores don’t close. Okay so if you are popping a pimple or attacking a black head you use a tissue to get it. Cover up your fingers to keep oils from your hands from entering your pores and causing scars. WARNING: when you do this your face will look red or pink after you try attacking pimples or black heads. You should also drink lots of water to help your face out. Finally what you do is avoid putting your hands to your face, neck, or where ever. PLEASE TRY not to put your hands on your face. It’s really gross if you think about what you have touched with them, and what the things you are touching have been touched by. If you need help with dandruff you can go on this website and go to the bottom of the page and I have advise to help you out. Hoped this helped! ;D
Sarah

hi guys im 15 years old and female and ive tryed every cleanser out there and every acne clearing up kit they never cleared my skin i had no improvement either! I have Mod. acne with lots of blackheads and whiteheads and ive had it since 2nd grade . Ive been on differn and some topical creams and gels and minocycline and one antibiotic lotion and my docter said he cant give me accutane cause i dont have cystlic acne. they all didnt work and i cant have any other antibiotic cause im allergic to them. I am now on yaz and trying to get spiro. and i dont drink alot of water but should i? now all these clesners i bought are drying and cracking up my skin and isnt doing anything to it. so i wanna try going natural and see if that works and maybe i wont have alot of dry skin and allergic reactions to the chemicals they have. do you guys have any easy recipes of like cleansers, toners, moisturizers,mask, spot treatments,exfoliators that will help clear up my acne and ideas of how i can clear up this stubben acne thats affordable?What vitamins should i take daily? how much water should i drink? what can i do to get clear skin? im desperate and will try anything! i would love to have clearer skin before my 16th birthday in 4 months thank you soo much.
Coco

Okay you will need to go to a dermatologist and ask for benzaclin and use it am and pm twice a day. Give it about 4 weeks to see major improvemet. Wash your face with cetaphil cleanser and use neutrogena oil free lotion accoroding to your skin type.. The have combination sensitive and oily. Wash face with hot water to open up pores and cold to rinse and close pores. Recap benzaclin cetaphil cleanser and cetaphil lotion or neutrogena lotion according to your skin type.
EZ

Simple and effective- Be gentle to your face (soap is not gentle, steam is not gentle, scrubbing is not gentle)… This really works:

Use a clean wash cloth, warmish water only(no soap!!!), Start at forehead and wipe down face removing oils and dirt, rinse, repeat once (but don’t rub up and down or circles, just down). Going “down” your face allows the washcloth to gently pull the oils and dirt out of your pores, if you go up or in circles, it can push the dirt deeper into other pores…Do this water-wash two or three times a day. This allows your skin to balance itself out and not “over produce” oil(to replace what the soap stripped off). I’m almost 40, I’ve been doing this since I was 18 and I am absolutely pimple and acne free.

You can use the same washcloth for a few weeks by doing this: wash the wash cloth with Anti-bacterial soap AFTER you wash you’re face with water only and leave a little soap residue on the cloth and let it dry… then rinse the washcloth thoroughly before your next facial wipe down.

Don’t be tempted to use soap!! It will shock your face and acne will appear! Try this method for one week religiously and you will be amazed- I consider this method an inspiration from Heavenly Father and give the thanks and credit to Him for it. (This is also the only thing that has ever worked for me (after many attempts and lots of oily acne skin!) Hope this works as well for you as it has for me. LDS (Humble followers of Christ)
Laura

for any skin problems, use cider vinegar and a little water on cotton wool to clear and clean. I have had acne for many years and tried nearly everything on the market. You can also drink cider vinegar with water to cleanse your blood. Its also important to keep your hands away from your face and to always cleanse morning and night. Never ever go to bed with make up on – just asking for clogged pores. I hated having acne when I was a teenager and my face always seemed shiny, but now my skin is not wrinkled at the age of 52. I always use sun protection
TC

I was breaking out real bad on my chin and so i was using toothpaste but now my skin is so dry,irritating,and have left dark spots and i dnt know what to do i’ve been applying coco butter on the dry spots but it dont seem like its working so im up here hoping that someone can help me
Mama

My 17 year old son has pretty bad acne and I read on the internet that Apple Cider Vinegar worked pretty well. We bought some, mixed it half and half with water and he wipes his face twice a day with a cotton ball after washing and the results have been amazing. I’ve spent so much money on Proactiv, etc and his remedy was in the grocery store the whole time. Now I need to figure out how to reduce his scarring.
alishia

i have a question does those remedies also work for the scars you have previous to the acne or just to prevent acne….?
Charlotte

This is simple. I have struggled with pimples all my 47 years. I take a wet wash cloth. Put it in the microwave 60 seconds. Take it out and hold it as close to my face as I possible can. Usually takes about 30 seconds before I can get it on my face. Then..repeat two more times only heating the cloth 45 second on the 2nd and 3rd time. Do this in the morning and at night. My acne was complete gone within 5 days. If a skip more than a day or two ..I get a pimple. I was having really bad cystic pimples. It cured them overnight.
Lailai

acne has been with me throughout my childhood, i tried so many drugstore products, none really did work for me. Except for Proactive that stuff worked, but realize it was drying, though it helped me broke out less but the scarring was an issue. Honestly acne is not an issue to get rid of but the scarring is the pain. Thank god a customer of mine told me to use Tea Tree oil, Natural oil, usually found in nutrient house. so i said why not? what do i got to lose? so what i did was i cleansed my face before applying tea tree oil, make sure its a dim size. Remember a little goes a long way. Make sure to avoid eye and month area, it will sting because its 100% tea tree oil. leave it on for about 5-10 minutes. remove the tea tree oil with water and cleanse your face and pat face dry. Afterwards you’ll either feel a bit dry because tea tree oil can be a bit drying, try using jojoba oil 100% natural (packed with vitamin E) helps restore mositure and helps minimize large pores. Leave on for 5-10 minutes and make sure to rinse off the jojoba oil as much as you can. Afterwards use your daily routine skin care such as toning and moisturizing. I’ve broke out less than usual and because of tea tree oil i no longer use those harsh chemically spotted treatments. I decided to use natural products because i’v seen a difference. Also try to hydrate yourself with water, at least 6 and at most 8 glasses of water. Remember our body contains about 70% of fluid, can you imagine how much fluid we waste? not drinking water will be an issue. ever wonder why our urine is yellow? because our yellow urine is actually our vitamins, so drinking water is important. although we all have a busy schedule and don’t have time to drink 8 glasses of water its a “must”. it may sound a lot but actually its not that bad. try drinking 1-2 glasses of water in the morning before you leave your house, drink 1-2 glasses on your break (try bringing your own water bottle, because theres no need to waste money on water when its free! and plastic bottles are unfriendly to our eco-system) and another 1-2 glasses when you come home from your long day at work (can be refreshing) and lastly, drink 1-2 glasses before going to sleep (this is a must) because our body is exhausted and starts to replenish itself overnight, so water is a perfect source to restore its damage. Speaking of sleeping, resting is really important, though work,exams, projects, and staying up to watch television can eliminate from our rest. Do remember, one day of not sleeping can damage your complexion and may take days to recover that damage. Try to manage your time wisely by using an agenda. When resting, try sleeping at most 8-9 hours, you’ll feel no need of coffee or tea, sleeping is like recharging our body like batteries. Food, is another factor that many faces, although some foods can be harmful. Do try to avoid any daily products such as milk and cheese, though these products are great source of calcium theres always subsitution such as 5 almonds can sub for a glass of milk! Try avoiding bread, if you love bread try going for gluten free. AVOID EATING CANDY I REPEAT AVOID CANDY because majority contains carbohdyrate, hope i’m spelling it right. anyways thats all i must say.

If anyone want to contact please feel free.

At lailai_2002@hotmail.com
markymark

I had bad acne more when I was a teen, I tried all kinds of products and not until my 20′s i found Zapzyt. its the only thing that ever worked for me. If its drying your skin just mix it with a little lotion. Which is what i do – half and half. I have no doubts that it will work great for you, TRY IT !!!
cocoandrico

Applying Aloe Vera gel is a gentle and effective way reduce acne and acne scarring. Aloe is antibacterial and contains a concentrated mix of compounds that calm and nourish the skin. It encourages cellular regeneration, speeding the healing process, and reduces swelling and irritation. For some good info on how to use Aloe at home, including a facial mask recipe check out:
http://www.aloeplant.info/see-spot-disappear-with-aloe/
ana

I know this might sound weird and a little disgusting for some but I tried it on my husband and it really worked.
When I was pregnant he broke out a lot and after I gave birth I would put warm (fresh) breastmilk in a container and get cotton balls and gently pat it on his face..and let it dry then wash face off.
Another is to put your babys diaper as they say that babys urine is a really good way to clean face…but the urine has to be fresh…like I said before some may think its nasty but it really works..
Dee

Wash your face with a mild castile soap and warm water. Mix 3 to 4 drops of tea tree oil to one ounce of Witch Hazel to make a toner. Make sure that you shake your toner well, put some on a cotton ball and pat around face. Let it dry and the use Aloe Vera gel (the best one at the store is Fruit of the Earth, Walmart has it) all over your face. Lots of water and Panothentic Acid will also help. You could also do a scrub once a week with honey, brown sugar and lemon.
Jordan

Does rubbing baking soda and water on your face help remove old scars…dark and light scars?
maria

try the VMV HYPOALLERGENIC SKIN BUFFING FACIAL WASH, toner and moisturizer. It’s my forever beauty kit and my blackheads, whiteheads and pimples will be ceasing out in 2 mos. It was my friend’s recommendation and I tried it one me and Voila! Then, use egg ( the white one) set aside the yolk ( yellow one you dont need it) and apply it on your face, once dry, wash your face with the facial cleanser VMV brand. Then follow with the toner every night and the moisturizer before going out. Good Luck guys! Cheers.
anaj

what helped me the most was olive oil and tea tree oil. i use the tea tree oil as a spot treatment and the olive oil at night all over my face.