Want to take a more natural approach to skin care? This post is all about the best natural skin care products for acne.
You wake up feeling like you can take on the day and nothing can get in your way. You walk into the bathroom, look into the mirror and there it is. Acne. It puts a bit of a damper in your mood because now you’re a little less positive. Seriously. Acne can be debilitating and can bring down one’s confidence. It’s no secret that you are not the only one who struggles with acne but yet funny enough, seeing it on yourself makes you feel like you’re the only one who has it and everyone you come in contact with today is going to be staring at your zits. Trust me, I get it.
You even may have days where your acne is getting better and it does, but a few weeks later, those pesky blemishes rears its ugly head yet again. Because you love clean beauty and like to know exactly what’s going on your skin you want to go the natural route. You don’t want to be sitting there reading the ingredients on the back of a product scratching your head trying to figure out what every thing is in a list of about 50 ingredients. Fear not because below are some great natural home remedy options for you to try if you are suffering with acne. Of course not everything is going to work for every single skin type, however these options have worked for many!
Natural Skin Care Products For Acne
1. Honey
Using honey on your skin is such a fantastic way to help with acne. Because of its antibacterial properties, it will really minimize any bacteria that can cause acne. Its anti-inflammatory properties combat acne and will aid in calming down and diminishing breakouts. It also acts as a gentle hydrating exfoliator which removes any dead skin cells that were left of the surface of your skin providing you with a more luminous complexion. Not only that, but because it’s a natural antiseptic, it really helps to eliminate any scarring that was left over from your blemishes. When you have all of that taken care of, you will be glowing like no other!
2. Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is known for being anti-inflammatory. You know when you have those zits that actually hurt? Well, because of its anti-inflammatory properties, aloe vera is great at reducing those red, swollen pesky blemishes. When you take the actual plant, and cut it open, you immediately can tell that the juice is cooling and once you put it on your skin, you feel that soothing feeling it provides, so it really helps in calming irritation. If aloe vera is popularly used to calm a sunburn, imagine the relief it can do for inflamed acne!
3. Rice Water
Who would’ve known that something that is so easily accessible and commonly used for consumption as rice would work? If you use rice water on your on your face it can really help to heal acne. Because rice water is packed with Vitamin B, Vitamin E, antioxidants and amino acids, it’s really wonderful for aiding in clearing your skin. Not only can it clear your skin but it can also minimize scars. Nothing is more annoying as when your clear your face for active acne, however a scar decided to hold its place instead. Using rice water lightens your skin and makes it look radiant .
4. Potatoes
Often times potatoes can be overlooked when it comes to healing acne. Not many people would think a potato would work. You might be thinking, “So you mean to tell me that the thing that a delicious french fry is made out of can help heal acne?” Now, I’m not saying to use a french fry. I’m saying to use the actual uncooked potato. Because of the starch that is present in a potato, it assists in reducing redness and inflammation in the skin. Also because it is loaded with Vitamin C, you can decrease the potential of an acne scar forming. Try it out the next chance you get. It may end up working for you!
5. Green Tea
Green tea has so many benefits for your body and soul, but have you ever thought about it for helping to reduce acne? It contains anti inflammatory , antioxidant, and antibiotic properties. This helps to significantly reduce the appearance of acne, rosacea, and even other skin concerns. Also, because of the amazing antioxidant properties green tea contains, it really helps to clear out any junk that has been collected in open acne spots due to scratching or squeezing your pimples. It’s a remedy that shouldn’t be overlooked!
6. Water
Now I know what you may be thinking. “You’re telling me apply water on my face?” Actually, no. What I mean to say is to stay hydrated by drinking water. However, drinking water and not doing anything else to heal your acne will most likely not going to get rid of acne but it will definitely help. Staying hydrated when you have breakouts is essential because it boosts the healing process so the appearance of acne can lessen faster. If you are dehydrated while dealing with acne, it can make the situation worse because now you are allowing your skin to become even more easily irritated so that is why it’s crucial to stay hydrated.
7. Amla
If you are not sure what amla is, it’s basically Indian gooseberries. It’s the Ayurvedic superfood that packs a punch. Fresh amla juice contains about 20 times the Vitamin C that’s in orange juice. You know what that means! It’ll protect you against free radical damage, help to produce more collagen, and keep you looking younger and healthier longer. It removes acne scars, gets rid of dead skin, and keeps further breakouts at bay. It’s a force to be reckoned with! Also as a side note, use amla powder on you scalp and strands as a hair mask mixed with aloe vera, water, and honey and say hello to hair growth and thickness!
