Acne

Are you feeling embarrassed by noticing those ugly pimples on the face while seeing in mirror every time? Did you get tired of using over the counter creams or treatments for acne? Then try some natural home remedies like honey from today onwards and see the difference in your looks in a matter of weeks. We all are aware that pimples are one great form of acne affecting peoples.

Honey is a miraculous nature’s gift that was prescribed by many medical practitioners as acne or pimples treatment. Honey is completely a natural and chemical free ingredient and in these days, most of the anti – acne products and creams are using honey as their main components.

Here are some properties of honey that make you know about how this is really effective in treating acne pimples.

• It has natural antibiotic that kills P. acnes bacteria causing acne.
• It acts as antioxidant that prevents the damage caused due to the free radicals.
• It pulls out the sticky consistency that pulls out the dirt and grime to clear acne.
• It has osmotic effect that absorbs water content in the wound and thus releases hydrogen peroxide to prevent the breakouts.
• It has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties that relieve you from pain, irritation and itching caused while suffering from acne or pimples.
• Its being a natural moisturizer that has capability of moisturizing the skin along with fading away the acne scars.
• Regular consumption of honey internally will cleanse the blood (for proper circulation which in turn eliminates toxins out of the body) and boosts metabolism (which makes you absorb proper nutrients from food) to prevent acne now and in future also.

How to use Honey for Acne Treatment?

Here we are going to know about 3 best and effective honey methods for curing acne and pimples. Let’s get started.

Method – 1: (Honey)

This is the simplest method of applying honey for acne.

Steps to be followed…

• Cleanse your face with mild soap and warm water. Pat the skin dry with soft towel.
• Apply some raw honey and apply it on the pimples affected skin areas either using your fingers or cotton ball.
• Let it sit for about 30 – 40 minutes to get dried and sticky.
• Then wash it off with warm water and pat the skin dry.
• For getting more effective results, repeat the same process daily for few days and then follow it for once or twice a week till you get complete relief from the problem.

Method – 2: (Honey and Cinnamon)

Cinnamon has natural antibacterial, antioxidant, micro-dermabrasion and anti-inflammatory properties that fight against the acne-causing bacteria. When both of these equally capable ingredients are mixed, then you will get double chance of eliminating acne faster.

Steps to be followed…

• Cleanse your face and steam it for few minutes to clear dirt and also to open up the skin pores.
• Dry the skin and add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder in 2 tablespoons of honey.
• Stir well to make fine thin paste and spread this paste on acne affected skin areas.
• Wait for about 15 – 20 minutes to get dry completely.
• Then wash it off with warm water and dry the skin.
• Or apply this paste as a mask on the face and neck by focusing more on the affected areas.
• Repeat the same process for once or twice a day, if you have more pimple breakouts or else follow the same process for twice a week.

Method – 3: (Honey Scrub with Sugar)

Sugar is a best ingredient used for gentle scrub on skin. This combination clears harsh chemicals on skin and exfoliates the skin to prevent dead cells and dirt.

Steps to be followed for proper scrubbing…

• Combine 1 teaspoon of sugar (prefer brown sugar) in 1 – 2 teaspoons of raw honey in a bowl.
• Apply this paste on the skin where it is affected with acne or pimples.
• Scrub it gently in circular motion for about 3 – 5 minutes.
• After that, rinse it with warm water and moisturize the skin.
• Regular follow-up of the same process will definitely help you in curing acne or pimples.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Combine honey with other natural ingredients like apple pulp, lemon juice, yogurt, aloe vera, tea tree oil, oatmeal, strawberries pulp, aspirin powder, turmeric, etc. and use them to get rid of acne breakouts along with its symptoms.
2. Be sure to do some patch test to know you’re allergic to topical application of honey and then continue using it on regular basis, if you didn’t find any side effects on skin.
3. Prefer using manuka honey rather than normal organic honey for grabbing more results and cure acne problem quickly.
4. Consuming honey is another best method which helps to detoxify the body from inside and prevent the acne along with its recurrence. Drink adding 1 teaspoon of honey and few drops of lemon juice in 1 glass of warm water or spread honey over toasts or add in salad dressing or dishes or mix it in your herbal teas, etc. to boost your metabolism from inside and fight against the acne-causing things.
5. Apart from simply using honey, you have to take some personal skin care, follow healthy nutritious diet, do some regular exercises, lead a stress less life, etc. for not only curing acne now but also prevent its recurrence.

This is all about Honey on Acne. Just give a trial to these methods for treating your acne, as it cost nothing and also safe for skin. But don’t forget to share your experience with us.

Whenever the hair follicles get blocked with excess sebum (oil) or dead skin cells then it results in the inflammatory skin problem called Acne or Pimples. The major causes for getting pimples / acne blemishes are hormonal imbalance, aging, unhealthy diet, improper skin care hygiene, stress, etc. These bumps appear more on face, neck, chest and back and thus make you feel embarrassed while looking at them in the mirror.

Usage of natural remedies at home will bring more long lasting results without any side effects to the skin rather than using over the counter medications or treatments. Aloe vera is one such best natural remedy suggested for treating pimples by most of the natural Ayurvedic practitioners.

Aloe vera is also known as miracle plant or plant of immortality that exhibits many health and beauty benefits. Here are some of its beneficial properties that clarify your doubt on how aloe vera is effective in curing acne.

• Sap of aloe produces hormones such as gibberellins and polysaccharides which have antibacterial and antiseptic properties that protect the skin by fighting against the P. acnes bacteria.
• It has soothing and anti – inflammatory properties that reduce the inflammation, pain, irritation and itching on skin, which are the main symptoms of acne.
• Magnesium lactate in aloe helps to clear itching caused by acne. Aloe also has essential fatty acids and salicylic acid that alleviate acne breakouts.
• Glycoprotein is a substance present in aloe vera that used to heal and reduce pain, redness and other discomforts caused by acne.
• It has astringent and antioxidant properties that cleanse the skin pores from deposited sebum, dead skin cells or dirt which in turn used to reduce acne or pimples on the skin.
• It is rich in vitamins (C & E) that boost the immunity and nourishes the skin. It also purifies the blood to stimulate the growth of skin cells to replace the damage cells and heal the skin from acne quickly.

Aloe vera can be used alone or combined with other ingredients to give relief from acne. Here, we have come up with 3 best and widely used aloe vera methods for diminishing pimples.

Method – 1: (Aloe Vera)

This is the simplest way of using aloe vera on acne. Here we are applying aloe vera directly to get rid of pimples.

Steps to be followed…

• Wash the acne affected skin areas with mild soap and warm water.
• Dry the skin with a soft and clean towel.
• Take a thick aloe vera leaf and cut its edges to open the leaf.
• Then gently squeeze the gel from the leaf and spread this gel on the pimples affected skin areas.
• Wait for few minutes to get dry completely on skin.
• If you want, you can wash it off with lukewarm water followed by cool water or else leave it like that.
• For more effective results, apply the aloe vera gel at night time before bed time and leave it for overnight.
• Repeat the aloe application regularly for 2 – 3 times a day to get faster relief from pimples.

Note:

• Or simply blend aloe vera gel with little of water and apply it on affected skin areas by using a cotton ball.
• Alternatively, boil pre-shredded aloe vera leaves in water for at least 15 minutes and turn off the heat. Let it cool down and strain it. Use this solution to wipe it off on affected skin areas.

Method – 2: (Aloe Vera Mask with Lemon)

Lemon disinfects the skin pores to clear acne-causing bacteria and other impurities. This face mask heals acne and its scars on the skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Squeeze out to extract aloe vera gel from aloe leaf and place it in a bowl.
• Add few drops of fresh lemon juice in aloe gel.
• Stir it well till both are mixed properly and apply it on the clean face and neck as a mask.
• Massage it gently for 2 – 3 minutes for the mix to get absorbed into the skin.
• Wait for 15 – 20 minutes and wash it with warm water.
• Pat your skin dry with a soft and clean cloth to apply moisturizer (or a little of aloe vera gel).
• Store the remaining mix in an airtight container and place it in refrigerator for regular usage.

Note:

• Also, replace the lemon juice with raw honey and follow the same process.
• Or add egg white (from an egg) in the aloe – lemon mix and spread it as a face mask.

Method – 3: (Aloe Vera Wiping Liquid with Calendula Tincture)

This combination is very effective in removing excess oil from skin pores and inflammation, as it cleanses and closes the skin pores. It is an aloe vera mix used to wipe your skin for clearing acne.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 2 tablespoons of calendula tincture in 3 – 4 tablespoons of aloe vera gel.
• Then mix it in 1/4 cup of cooled boiled water.
• Stir well and use this solution to wipe your face for twice daily till these pimples are completely disappeared from skin.
• Simply you can carry this mix in an empty spray bottle to anywhere and use it regularly to clear the acne or pimple blemishes.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Drinking aloe vera juice is another best way of clearing acne from inside the body.
2. If you don’t have aloe vera plant handy then use organic aloe vera gel or juice that are easily available at health food stores or at your local pharmacy.
3. Regular aloe application not only speeds up the healing process of acne but also decrease the potential for acne scars on skin.
4. It’s not necessary to wash off the aloe application on the skin after getting dried completely, as it looks like normal skin.
5. Be sure to check it on your skin to know whether it causing any allergic reaction or not and then continue using it regularly.
6. Use organic aloe vera soaps which have glycerin for twice a day to reduce acne along with dry and flaky skin. Also, use aloe vera containing creams, cleansers or gels regularly.
7. You can also mix tea tree oil, apple cider vinegar, cosmetic clay, rosewater, turmeric, milk, and sugar, etc. with aloe vera gel and spread it on skin to get rid of acne and its scars.
8. It’s recommended to fix your healthy diet and lifestyle, follow proper skin care hygiene, less usage of cosmetic products, reduce stress levels, etc. to get rid of these pimples now and then.

So, stop waiting and start using aloe vera for pimples. Let me know which one worked well for you in eliminating your acne.

Acne is one of the biggest problems in these days which mostly affect teenagers and young adults. It occurs when the bacteria, dust and excess oil clogs the hair follicles and causes inflammatory skin blemishes. It is caused due to hormonal imbalances, stress, genetics, poor diet, certain medications, etc.

Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate can be used widely at home as a natural remedy for treating acne. Here are some of its properties that clarify your doubt to know how does it works for curing acne.

• Baking soda has amphoteric nature that neutralizes the pH imbalances on the skin. It also has micro-dermabrasion that makes the skin soft and beautiful by curing acne and its symptoms.
• It exfoliates the skin to reduce the dust, excess oil and dead cells which leads to blackheads and breakouts.
• It has mild anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties that reduce the size of pimples, redness and irritation.
• It encourages the growth of collagen to prevent acne without forming any scars on the skin.
• It acts as a drying agent that removes the excess oil from the skin and prevents breakouts.

How to Cure Acne with Baking Soda:

Baking soda is one of the best and cheapest treatment for acne. Here we are presenting your exactly how to use it in 5 easy ways. Let’s get started.

Method – 1: (Baking Soda as Spot Treatment)

When baking soda mixed with water, it forms a fine and gritty paste that cleanses and exfoliate the skin to remove oil, dirt and dead cells from the skin to prevent acne breakouts along with soothing irritation.

Steps to be followed…

• Mix 2 tablespoons each of baking soda and water in a bowl.
• Stir well to make it fine smooth paste and clean and dry the area before applying.
• Apply it on the pimples and leave for 15 – 20 minutes.
• Rinse off and dry the area thoroughly to apply moisturizer.
• Repeat the same process regularly till you get rid of acne.

Note:

• Some people may leave baking soda on the pimples for overnight but it can be very drying and causes irritation on the skin.
• Alternatively, dampen your face with water and apply baking soda paste on the skin as a cleanser. Massage it gently in circular motions and rinse the face with warm water. Or add a dash of lemon juice in baking soda paste before applying.

Method – 2: (Baking Soda Face Mask with Lemon Juice)

Lemon juice has citric acid that strengthens the immune system and also prevents the bacteria causing acne. Baking soda reduces the acidic nature of lemon juice and thus prevents the problem.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice in 2 tablespoons of water.
• Stir well to make a paste and spread a light layer of the baking soda on all over the face as a mask.
• Let it sit for about 10 – 15 minutes and it might sting slightly.
• Then rinse off with warm water and you might notice some redness on the face but it will fade away shortly.
• Finally, moisturize your skin and continue wearing this face mask regularly to prevent pimples.

Method – 3: (Baking Soda Bath)

This process is very effective in treating acne on the back and chest where you find difficult to apply baking soda.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1/2 cup of baking soda in your warm bath water.
• Stir well and soak yourself for at least 15 – 20 minutes.
• Then after follow your regular bath and dry your skin.
• Repeat this bath regularly to prevent breakouts on the back, chest and other acne prone areas of the skin.

Method – 4: (Baking Soda with Honey)

Baking soda exfoliates the skin and honey will soothe the skin to prevent redness and irritation caused due to the usage of baking soda on the skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Add enough of baking soda and honey to make it fine paste.
• Apply it on the acne affected skin areas.
• Leave it on for about 15 – 20 minutes.
• Rinse it off and repeat the same process regularly.

Method – 5: (Baking Soda Shampoo)

This method is used to reduce acne on the top of the forehead at the hair line.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to a bottle of shampoo.
• Shampoo your hair to get rid of the problem.
• Regular usage of this shampoo will help to get rid of mousse and acne on the forehead.

Tips and Precautions:

1. Always apply moisturizer that suits your skin after applying baking soda to prevent redness and dryness on the skin.
2. If you observe more dryness or peeling on the affected area, then reduce the baking soda application to once daily or on alternate days.
3. Add some baking soda to your regular cleansers which gives an extra boost and use it to get rid of oily, blackheads and congested skin.
4. It’s recommended to do skin patch test before applying baking soda for preventing acne to know whether it causing any allergic reaction on the skin or not and the follow it regularly.
5. Be sure to use baking soda but not baking powder as baking powder application will harm the skin.
6. Make sure to consult your doctor if you didn’t find any relief from acne breakouts or if acne symptoms persist after using baking soda.
7. Remember that not to give baking soda with water to the children younger than 8 – 9 years old.

Hope this article will help you in treating your acne or pimples or cystic acne or blackheads. Follow them regularly and share us which method works well for preventing your acne.

Acne – an inflammatory skin problem that caused when the hair follicles get clogged with dead skin cells and oil from the skin, which thrives bacteria to form blemishes on the skin. Pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, zits, etc. are some of the common forms of acne.

Rather than using those harmful cosmetic creams or over the counter creams which damage your skin while treating acne, you can use homemade acne face masks to get rid of acne breakouts along with clearing acne scars on the skin.

These acne facial recipes not only eliminate acne related problems but also nourish your skin to heal the damage caused by acne to the skin. Let’s get started.

Mask – 1: (Honey with Cinnamon)

Both honey and cinnamon have antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-microbial properties that fight against the acne-causing bacteria and heal the damaged skin. Honey hydrates the skin, preserves its moisture and thus promotes the skin cell renewal.

This mask not only clears acne blemishes but also prevents it from forming scars on the skin. Always use raw and organic honey for this mask.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder in 1 tablespoon of organic honey in a bowl.
• Stir well till it forms a thick paste and then apply it on the face and neck as a mask.
• Leave it on for about 10 – 15 minutes or more till it dries completely.
• Then rinse off with water and dry your skin to apply a moisturizer or lotion.
• Repeat this mask daily to get rid of acne and its symptoms.

Note:

• Alternatively, mix 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in 2 teaspoons of honey. Spread this paste on all over the face as a mask. Rinse off after 15 – 30 minutes with lukewarm water and dry it to apply toner.
• Or simply mix freshly extracted lemon juice from a lemon, 1teaspoon of cinnamon powder and 2 tablespoons of pure honey in a bowl. Mix well and apply it on the clean face. Rinse off after 15 – 20 minutes.

Mask – 2: (Baking Soda with Orange Juice)

Baking soda has mild abrasive (or exfoliating) property that deeply cleanses the skin pores by clearing dead cells, excess sebum, germs within the pores on the skin’s surface. Orange juice helps to tighten the pores and limit the sebum secretion on the skin’s surface. Both helps to clear acne and brightens the skin.

This mask is very useful for oily skin people but if used by dry or sensitive people, make sure to rinse your skin quickly and also apply some moisturizer.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 teaspoon of fresh orange juice and 1 tablespoon of baking soda in a bowl.
• Stir well and it starts fizzing and wait till the fizz gets cleared.
• Spread a thin layer of this mix all over the clean face and rinse off after 10 – 15 minutes with cool water.
• Dry the skin and apply a moisturizer that suits your skin.

Note:

• Or scrub the skin gently after applying baking soda – orange juice to get rid of dead cells and oil from the skin.
• Alternatively, mix equal quantities of baking soda and water to form a thick paste and spread it on the face using circular motions. Rinse off after 15 – 20 minutes.

Mask – 3: (Avocado with Honey Mask)

Avocado is high in vitamins and nutrients that help to rejuvenate the damaged skin. Both honey and avocado have antibacterial, antioxidant and antiseptic properties that protect the skin from free radicals, clears dirt, germs, and excess oil.

This face is beneficial for all type of skin holders that not only hydrates and nourishes the skin but also check the sebum excretion.

Steps to be followed…

• Scoop out the inner part of a ripe avocado and mash it thoroughly.
• Add 1 tablespoon of raw honey to it and stir well.
• Apply this paste on the face as a face mask but concentrate more on the acne affected facial areas.
• Wash off with lukewarm water after 15 – 20 minutes and dry your face.
• Continue this face mask till you got complete relief from acne and its symptoms.

Mask – 4: (Turmeric with Honey and Milk)

Turmeric has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties that prevent bacteria causing acne breakouts and also lessen the pain or swelling. Honey has sticky consistency pulls out the grime and dirt. Milk has lactic acid that soothes the skin by exfoliating gently and protects it with essential moistures.

This face mask is very beneficial for dry skin people to clear their acne blemishes.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 teaspoon each of turmeric powder and raw honey and 2 teaspoons of milk in a bowl.
• Stir it well to form a thin paste and apply it on the face and neck as face mask using a makeup brush.
• After 20 – 30 minutes rinse off the mask and rub the face with a cotton ball soaked in cold milk to remove the turmeric stains on the skin.
• Repeat the same process regularly for 2 – 3 days a week to get rid of acne.

Note: Or mix equal quantities (1 tablespoon) of milk (or yogurt) and honey. Apply it on the face using a cotton ball as a thin layer. Let it dry before adding more. Leave it on for 10 – 15 minutes and rinse off thoroughly with water.

Mask – 5: (Egg White with Lemon Juice and Turmeric)

Egg white is fully loaded with proteins and vitamins that rebuild healthy skin cells to heal the damaged skin. Turmeric has antibacterial, antioxidant and antiseptic properties that clear acne and lemon will help to cure acne without forming any scars on the skin.

Steps to be followed…

• Separate egg white from 1 egg and whisk it thoroughly.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and 1/3 teaspoon of turmeric powder in a bowl.
• Stir well and apply this mix on all over the face.
• Let it sit for about 10 – 15 minutes or till it gets dried completely.
• After that, wet your hands with warm water and scrub gently to loosen the mask.
• Finally, rinse off with cold water and pat dry the skin to apply moisturizer.
• Do the same process regularly until you cleared acne blemishes on the skin.

Mask – 6: (Apple Cider Vinegar with Green Tea and Sugar)

Apple cider vinegar has alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) that unclog the skin pores and restores the natural pH level to dissolve dead cells, treat blemishes and minimizes the appearance of skin pores. Green tea has antioxidant that fights against the harmful free radicals. Sugar exfoliates the skin to cleanse it thoroughly.

This process works as both a scrub and a mask that widely used to prevent acne.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 teaspoon each of raw and organic apple cider vinegar and organic honey, 2 teaspoons of cooled green tea in a bowl.
• Stir well by adding 5 teaspoons of sugar in it.
• Mix all these ingredients till you get a thicker consistency.
• Apply this mix on the face as a mask using a cotton pad.
• After that, massage it for few minutes to clear dead skin cells and also to improve circulation.
• Let it sit for about 10 minutes and rinse off with water.
• Dry your face and repeat it for 1 – 2 times a week to prevent acne.

Also, try these Face Masks for Acne.

• Oatmeal Face Mask 
• Turmeric Face Mask

Tips and Precautions:

1. Be sure to cleanse your face thoroughly to remove all the makeup before applying these facemasks.
2. Also, if possible steam your face before applying these masks to penetrate deep into the skin.
3. Healthy and balanced diet, proper skin care hygiene, sleep for about 8 hours, reduce your stress levels, remove makeup before sleeping, etc. should be included in your regular lifestyle to get prevent acne breakouts now and in future.
4. Avoid talking or smiling too much after applying these masks (especially egg white), as it stretches the skin and forms fine lines.
5. Turmeric will stain your skin, clothes, and nails while applying the turmeric masks. So, be careful while applying turmeric masks.
6. Try Tomato – Camphor mask by mixing 1/2 teaspoon of camphor lotion in 1 teaspoon each of tomato juice and raw honey. Apply it on the face and rinse off after 10 minutes with lukewarm water and then cold water.
7. Always use a raw, organic and pure form of these ingredients to grab best results for curing acne and other skin problems.
8. Consult your dermatologist if you didn’t find any relief from acne after using these masks to get proper diagnose and treatment. Also, use these masks as per your skin type for getting quick and effective results of clearing acne.

This is all about DIY Face Masks for Acne. Try them at home or do you know any other face masks for acne? Then share it with us through the comment section.