| Many people are facing a common, yet disturbing and | | | | is very important not to leave the paste on longer |
| embarrassing skin problem called "acne." When you | | | | than the time mentioned or it may be difficult to |
| think of acne treatments, you probably think of | | | | remove. |
| over-the-counter medicines, but you should strongly | | | | 3. Nutmeg and Milk |
| consider acne home remedies. These remedies are | | | | Put some nutmeg in a small bowl and add milk. Stir |
| less expensive but still help you get back the blemish | | | | the mixture until it forms a smooth paste. Apply this |
| free complexion you want. Many acne sufferers | | | | paste on your acne-affected skin area and leave it |
| consider home remedies the best way to get rid of | | | | for one to two hours. You should see some |
| acne since they do not contain harsh chemicals and | | | | significant changes in acne marks afterward. |
| harmful ingredients that may worsen your skin | | | | 4. Lemon Juice |
| problem. Also, you can apply the treatment by | | | | Put lemon juice on the affected areas at night and |
| yourself in the comfort of your own kitchen, which | | | | wash them the next day. Another acne home |
| gives you a greater assurance that it really is safe to | | | | remedy is to apply a mixture of lemon juice and rose |
| use. | | | | water for half an hour. However, this is not advisable |
| Here are some effective and natural home remedies | | | | to people who have very sensitive skin. |
| that may help lessen, if not totally eliminate, your | | | | 5. Honey |
| acne. Just like any remedy, it will take some time for | | | | Apply a paste made with honey and sandalwood or |
| you to see the result, so be patient and consistent | | | | cinnamon to your face or on any skin area affected |
| with your treatments. | | | | by acne. |
| 1. Aloe Vera | | | | There are many other acne home remedies that |
| Prepare a juice using an aloe vera plant and apply it | | | | were not included in the list above. Their suitability |
| on the acne spots. You may also choose to use aloe | | | | varies according to the severity of your acne. Some |
| vera soaps, creams and gels that are available in the | | | | ingredients can be seen around your kitchen and |
| market. But, make sure those products do not have | | | | others may require a quick trip to your local |
| any harmful chemical ingredient before you buy and | | | | supermarket. |
| use them. | | | | These remedies may lessen your expenses in curing |
| 2. Oatmeal Mask | | | | acne problems but you must also consider that there |
| Cook the oatmeal as if you were preparing it for | | | | are acne cases that really do need some professional |
| eating. When the oatmeal is cooked, mix 1/4 cup of | | | | help. You may try any of the home remedies |
| honey and let the mixture cool. Once the mixture | | | | suggested, but if after several attempts your acne |
| becomes cold, apply the paste thoroughly over the | | | | problem is still burdening you, it may be time to seek |
| skin areas which have been affected by acne. After | | | | medical assistance from an expert dermatologist. |
| ten to twenty minutes, rinse your face with water. It | | | | |