Need an acne remedy that is both cheap and readily available? You may just need to raid your kitchen to find one. Below is a list of acne remedies that you can find in your kitchen. This article explains how these cures work and how you can use them.
1. GARLIC - Garlic has antiseptic properties and is said to kill Propionibacterium acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. It is also a detoxifier. Applying garlic juice to your face and eating a few cloves of garlic may clear up your acne.
To use garlic as a topical treatment for acne, squeeze out the juice from two garlic cloves using a garlic press and a cheese cloth. Apply the garlic juice on your face using a Q-tip or a ball of cotton. Pay attention to the problem areas. However, you can also apply the garlic juice to clear areas of your skin to prevent future breakouts. Leave the garlic juice on your face for about five minutes before washing it off. Do not wait too long before you rinse it or your skin might burn.
Eating three cloves of raw garlic a month can purify your blood. If the smell of garlic bothers you, you can soak the cloves in milk for about 30 minutes before you eat them. The garlic would be less pungent, but it would still be just as effective.
2. TURMERIC - Turmeric has antiseptic properties. It is also effective in getting rid of acne scars. You can mix a pinch of turmeric with a teaspoon of coriander or mint juice. Wash your face thoroughly and then apply the mixture to the affected areas. Leave it on overnight and wash your face the following morning.
3. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR - Apple cider vinegar contains alpha-hydroxy acids and other beneficial acids. These acids unclog the pores by dissolving the sebum. The bacteria stay under control because they are unlikely to breed in unblocked pores.
Mix two parts of apple cider vinegar to three parts of water. Soak a cotton swab with the mixture and apply it directly to the skin. For best results, use 100% organic apple cider vinegar.
4. OATMEAL - Oatmeal is one of the most widely-used home remedies for acne. It keeps the skin blemish-free. Its astringent properties draw oil and impurities from the skin.
You can use oatmeal either as a facial mask or a facial scrub. To use oatmeal as a facial mask, apply some lukewarm cooked oatmeal to your face. Leave it on for about 15 minutes or until it becomes slightly crusty on the surface. Wash off the mask with lukewarm water.
To use oatmeal as a facial scrub, mix uncooked oatmeal with warm water. The water should be enough to make the oatmeal damp, but not soaked. Smooth the mixture all over your face. Scrub your face with a soft washcloth.
5. LEMON JUICE - Lemon juice has citric acid, which is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA). It sloughs off dead skin that can clog pores and promotes the growth of new skin cells below the surface. It flushes out pores and makes them appear smaller so your skin feels fresh and clean. It is also an astringent which dries up the acne lesions.
To use lemon juice to cure acne, just follow these simple steps. Wash your face and pat it dry with a clean towel. Squeeze some lemon juice into a cup or a small bowl. Soak a cotton swab with some of the juice and apply it to the affected part. You may dilute the mixture with water if it stings. Leave it on overnight and rinse your face the following morning. Apply it again and let it stay on your face the whole day.
If the lemon juice burns if you leave it on, you can wash it off after 10 minutes with cold water. You can also mix lemon juice with one tablespoon of honey and apply the mixture as a mask for about 20 minutes before rinsing it off.
Drinking lemon juice can also help. Some people use this for detoxifying and internal cleansing. It also has vitamins and minerals and helps clean the liver. You can drink lemonade made from the juice of one lemon throughout the day. Do not do this if you are allergic to lemons or if you have peptic ulcers.
6. CUCUMBER - Cucumber also has astringent properties. Cucumber juice gets rid of impurities and dead skin cells. It also tightens pores so they are less likely to get clogged. Cucumber relieves red, swollen acne and gives your skin a cool, soothing feeling.
Peel a cucumber and liquefy it in a blender. Apply the juice to the affected parts and let it stay for 20 minutes before rinsing it off. You can also use mashed or grated cucumber. You can also drink cucumber juice to purify your blood. Take four to five cups of cucumber juice daily for one week and see what happens.
7. CARROTS - Acne medications, oral and topical, often have a form of Vitamin A in their formulation. A good example is Accutane. Although medications like Accutane have been proven to be effective in most cases, it is always better and safer to get Vitamin A from natural sources.
Carrots are widely known to be an excellent source of Vitamin A. Carrot juice cleanses the blood and helps clear the skin of acne. It is also a great source of anti-oxidants that help delay aging and prevent cell damage. You can eat carrots or drink carrot juice. Carrots are best eaten raw because most of the nutrients it contains are destroyed by heat while cooking.
Carrot may also be applied to areas affected by acne. You can make carrot paste by mixing just enough carrot juice with a teaspoon of sea salt. Apply the paste to the affected areas by using gentle, circular motions and leave it on until dries. Wash off with warm water and pat your skin dry.
Many people have avowed the effectiveness of these home remedies for acne. However, there is no guarantee that they will work 100% of the time. These acne cures are for mild to moderate acne and not for severe cases. You must be very patient when you use any of these remedies. You need to wait for three to four weeks before you can see any results. Visit your dermatologist if your acne persists or has gotten worse since trying one of the remedies listed above.
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