subject: Get Rid of Acne With a Natural Acne Treatment [print this page] Get Rid of Acne With a Natural Acne Treatment
Acne can be embarrassing and painful. Though this ailment is uncontrollable, it can be diminished with an effort and change in habits. There are several natural ways to get rid of acne as well.
Wash your face twice daily. If you experience body acne, then it is a great idea to have a shower at least twice a day. If you are into outdoor sports, make sure you take a shower after your are done with it. This helps cleanse your skin of all the dirt and grime that serve as a breeding ground for the bacteria. However, it is equally important to use a gentle face/body wash.
You should also change your pillow case every 3 days as there will be daily deposits of dead skin cells on them and when you put your head on it, all the dirt will just get transferred to your skin again and lead to a breakout. If you keep your pillow case clean, you will notice that you end up having cleaner skin as well.
Wash your face, neck and hairline once or twice daily. Wash gently by rubbing your fingertips in a circular motion and rinse with lukewarm water.
Apply a paste of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and washed with warm water. This will prevent acne, pimples, blackheads, and wrinkles.
Avoid foods that are rich in simple sugars. They increase the level of Insulin in blood that is known to aggravate acne. Have Green and Leafy Vegetables. They are a rich source of minerals and vitamins that are great for your skin.
Purchase over-the-counter acne medications. You may have to try several before you find the best one for your skin. They come in a wide range of prices, and more expensive is not always better.
Home face wash for acne: Mix together 1 or 2mls each of the following: witch hazel, tea-tree and sweet fennel essential oils, adding essential oil of geranium for women and essential oil of rosewood for men. Mix with 300mls of water. Shake before use, as the oils will float on top of the water during storage. Dab affected areas with cotton wool two or three times a day. The oils will clean and unclog giving antibiotic-like protection to the skin.
