Natural home remedies for acne and pimples

Acne and pimples are the most common skin problems which affect about 85% of people at some part of their life. Acne and pimples occur due to dust and pollution. If you want to go for treatment, it can be expensive. You may get various side effects of conventional acne treatments such as redness, irritation, or dryness.

Your skin starts developing acne when it gets clogged with dead skin cells and oil. The pores of the skin are connected with a gland known as sebaceous gland which provides sebum. Sebum is an oily substance; sometimes extra sebum clogs the pores which causes the P. acnes growth. The white blood cells of our body attack those P. acnes which results in acne and skin inflammation.

Most common symptoms of acne are whiteheads, blackheads, and pimples, but there can be other symptoms also. Factors which contribute to developing acne are hormone change, diet, infection, dust, pollutions, and genetics.

You can use natural remedies for treating your acne and pimples. Home remedies will not only treat your acne but also gives you a fair glowing skin. 

Here are some home remedies for treating ache which you can easily find anywhere:

Tea tree oil

Tea tree oil is considered as best natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. It kills P. acnes which are the root cause of developing acne. Tea tree oil reduced the redness and swelling of your pimples with its anti-inflammatory property. You can use tea tree oil in the form of gels and creams. 

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is the most common home remedy for skin related conditions. The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory nature of Aloe Vera helps in preventing acne breakdown and reduces the appearance of acne. Extract the gel from Aloe Vera leaf. Wash your face and then apply a thin layer of Aloe Vera gel. Keep the gel for 10 to fifteen minutes and then wash it. You can also buy Aloe Vera moisturizer and gel from the stores.

Honey

Honey is one of the oldest remedies which have been used for thousands of years for treating skin conditions. The antioxidants of honey clear all the dust and other debris from clogged pores. Honey is a natural healer; it helps to heal the wounds. You can apply honey on the pimple with a cotton pad or with your finger. You can also mix it with your face mask. You can put some drops of rosewater in honey; this will reduce the sticky nature of honey and increases the glow of your skin.

Garlic

Garlic contains organosulfur which is excellent for treating infections and boosting the immune system. Add garlic in your diet. You can also chew the raw garlic. Some online sources may recommend applying garlic directly on the skin. But it may burn your skin and give skin rash. So avoid using garlic on sensitive skin directly.

Homeopathic remedies for acne

Homeopathic remedies can also be an excellent dynamic way of treating acne. This remedy is quite cheaper than other conventional treatments. Homeopathic remedies can differ from person to person because all people do not have the same skin type and same symptoms. You should consult local homeopath naturopathic doctor nj  for getting the correct remedy for your acne condition. We have listed some common homeopathic remedies which are used for treating acne:

• Hepar Sulph
• Calcarea Sulph
• Kali Bromatum
• Pulsatilla
• Silica
• Sulphur

Homeopathic remedies do not have any harmful side-effects. But it does not mean you can use and remedy. Always consult the homeopath for getting the best treatment for your acne.

Acne and pimples are very irritating, but never try to squeeze or pop them. Touching and rubbing the pimple can cause further infection. You can use cleaner which has pH closer to your skin's pH level; it will help to minimize acne flare-up. Drink lots of water; water flushes all the dirt from your body which reduces the risk of acne breakdowns.