Best Home Remedies for treating Acne

Acne is the most common skin condition wherein your skin pores get clogged with dead skin cells and excess of oil. Acne are generally accompanied with inflammation at its site.  People in their puberty are often hit by this skin condition and it plays a detrimental role in reducing your self-esteem. Chronic kind of acne can also persist in adulthood. Scientifically, acne is called acne vulgaris. Using home remedies for acne treatment is the first thing that strikes to anybody.

Causes of acne:

Genetics: It is the major of acne occurrence. This factor is the primary cause around 80% of the cases all over world.

Excessive oil production: Acne build up when the base of the hair follicles get blocked due to dead skin cells and oil or sebum produced by the oil glands. So, excess of oil production simply blocks your pore and lets the dust and dirt settle onto it.

Bacteria: Our skin is already a home to numerous strains of bacteria. But few strains prove harmful for us. One such strain is Propionibacterium acnes which assists in development and spread of acne on other parts of skin.

Hormonal Changes: Excess production of a certain type of hormones like androgens promote acne development and spread making them worse with time if left untreated. Certain medical conditions like PCOS also tend to be the reason for acne. Pregnancy and onset of puberty also lead to a change in hormonal levels in both the sexes. Thus, these stages are generally accompanied by the eruption of different kinds of acne.

Menstruation, pollution, greasy cosmetics, medications that contain androgens and lithium, improper digestion are the other leading causes that promote acne development.

Some best home remedies for treating Acne are as follows:

1. Tea Tree Oil

The antimicrobial activity of tea tree essential oil is a great rescue for prevention of acne breakouts. Apply single drop of tea tree oil using a Q-tip only on the acne and leave it for overnight. Also using tea tree oil based face-wash regularly assists in no-acne breakouts in the future.

2. Apple Cider Vinegar:

Apple cider vinegar is known for its ability to fight bacteria and virus. So, diluting, i.e., mixing apple cider vinegar with equal amount of water and then applying it on the acne helps in reducing it. Using this mixture as a toner for few days will consequently give you good results.

3. Toothpaste

Apply pea size toothpaste directly onto the acne after washing your face with a mild face-wash. This will dry up your acne and absorb the excess of oil. This remedy works wonder for mild forms of acne. But avoid toothpaste that are designed for whitening purpose and do not contain hydrogen peroxide.

4. Turmeric

The anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of turmeric are very popular in Ayurveda. You can simply mix in your face pack or mix a pinch of turmeric with water and apply it directly on the acne. Leave this mixture to dry and then rinse off with water. One should avoid using the turmeric that is available in the market as spices instead opt for the one which your mom prepare at home.

5. Aloe vera

 Apply aloe vera gel all over your face along with one drop of tea tree oil for 20 minutes and then rinse with water. This will not only soothe your skin but also treat the inflammation and redness.

6. Neem-clay face pack

Neem is famous for its antimicrobial properties, so using neem powder with clay works in reducing the acne from the base. This mixture should be applied as a face pack and left until dry. This face pack will cool down your skin, reduce inflammation and absorb excess of sebum production.

7. Honey and Cinnamon

Make a face-pack by mixing 1/4^th of a tablespoon cinnamon powder with two tablespoon honey. Now, apply this pack on your face and neck for 30 minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water.

8. Lemon

Lemon is known for its astringent properties. So, just apply the lemon juice on the acne and leave it for overnight. You can also apply it during the daytime, but avoid stepping out in the sun, as it will tend to bleach your skin.

9. Ice cubes

Rubbing the acne with ice cube wrapped in a cotton soft cloth assists in soothing down the inflammation caused due to acne. The ice cubes also help in controlling the oil production. Green tea ice cubes will have the added benefits of astringent properties as well.

10. Garlic

Apply garlic juice mixed with equal amount of water on the acne directly and leave it for ten minutes. Rinse it off with water. Garlic is popular for its antibacterial properties. So, topical application of garlic juice helps in treating breakouts. But do not use it without mixing with water.

Use these remedies to get rid of mild acne and breakouts. But if this condition is severe, consult a dermatologist for proper checkup of your skin type, sensitivity and the reasons behind developing them. Over the counter solutions should be used only after prescription from a dermatologist.

Stay healthy and keep glowing with a balanced diet and proper hydration!

Snigdha

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