early in the morning. You may become conscious of your looks and resign yourself to layers of makeup in a bid to hide those zits. You may be tempted to pick on your pimples too to demolish its presence and end up leaving a scar on your face.
These pimples, or pustules, that usually occur on the face as red spots are termed as acne. These may be filled with pus and can also be present in the chest, neck, and back.
* Give Your Skin a Gentle Oatmeal RubOatmeal is beneficial in reducing acne as it cleanses your skin pores and absorbs excess oil. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nature helps clear the acne away.
An added perk is it can exfoliate your skin and help in scraping away the dead skin cells.
* Apply a Paste of AspirinAspirin contains the chemical acetylsalicylic acid, which is related to salicylic acid, the key ingredient of the several over-the-counter topical acne treatment products.
* Try Lemon JuiceThe acidic property of lemon can be very useful in treating acne. Lemon cleans out the dirt that has accumulated in the pores and hardens the sebum. You can use it on your skin daily, but if it is too drying, then use it every 2 or 3 days.
* Dab Tea Tree OilAnother popular natural treatment for acne is tea tree oil. Tea tree oil acts as an antiseptic and disinfects the pores.A 2007 study published in the Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology found that topical 5 percent tea tree oil is an effective treatment for mild to moderate acne vulgaris.
* Apply Aloe Vera GelThe soothing and anti-inflammatory properties of aloe vera can treat acne in a matter of a few days. Aloe vera gel is also helpful in healing the scars caused by acne.