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Egg yolks are not just excellent sources of protein but they are also rich in vitamin A. It must be noted that vitamin A and its derivatives are used to treat acne and acne scarring as well. An egg yolk mask is easy to use and helps treat not just acne but acne scars as well.

How to make? Take the egg yolk of a single egg and whip it up.

How to use? Apply the egg yolk mask on your face for 20 minutes. Once it dries, wash off and pat your skin dry. Apply it once a week.

Carrot is an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Both Vitamin C and antioxidants are essential for health skin. This is the reason why carrot mask works well in treating acne. The best part is that it can be used for all skin types.

How to make? To make the carrot mask you will need fresh carrots. Take 500 grams of carrots and 5 grams of flour. Thoroughly wash the carrots and then grind them to make a paste. Now mix 5 grams of flour into this paste. In case you feel that the carrot paste is sticky enough, you may not use flour.

How to use? Apply the carrot mask to cleansed skin. Leave on for ten minutes. Rinse off and pat your skin dry. Use the carrot mask daily till the time you achieve the desired results. Alternatively, you can also use fresh carrot juice to wash your face to treat acne.

This is one of the best homemade masks that you can use to treat acne. However, baking soda mask is not for every skin type. A baking soda mask may trigger side effects in case it does not suit your skin. But in case it does work for your skin, it can deliver amazing results.

How to make? Mix baking soda and water to make a paste that can be easily applied on to your skin. Do not confuse baking soda for baking powder. Make sure that the consistency of the paste is medium.

How to use? Wash your face with a cleanser and pat your skin dry. Now, apply the baking soda mask on your skin and let it dry for some time. If your skin begins to itch, wash off immediately. Once the mask dries, rinse off with water. Your skin will feel fresh and soft.

Aspirin mask is an easy, homemade treatment to cure pimples.

What it does:
The salicylic acid in aspirin is an age-old remedy to treat acne.
Removes grime and exfoliates. Keeps skin vibrant and clear.

What you need:
4 regular uncoated aspirin tablets
1 tbsp lukewarm water

Procedure:
* Drop lukewarm water over the aspirin tablets. Use your finger to crush tablets and wiggle the paste. Blend well.
* Rub onto the skin and let set for 10 minutes.
* Use circular motions to massage and wash off the mask with water.

You may add 1 tsp of honey to the mixture to make the mask thicker. Benefits of honey also come into play.

What it does:
Turmeric is anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor and has several therapeutic effects to treat acne skin.
Removes skin blemishes and gives an attractive glow.

What you need:
2 tsp gram flour
Quarter of a tsp turmeric
Drip of milk
Drip of honey

Procedure:
* Mix flour and turmeric. Add milk and honey drop by drop and stir till the mixture is consistent.
* Wash your face and pat dry. Apply the mixture evenly.
* Let set for 10 minutes. Wash with water while massaging gently.

Some of the natural exfoliating agents are green apple, brown sugar, oats, and sea salts.
You can add any of these to skin masks for the exfoliating effect. Here is one such green exfoliating mask:

What it does:
Honey removes dead skin cells, prevents wrinkles and keeps skin healthy and beautiful.
Brown sugar exfoliates and rejuvenates skin.
Lemon is an astringent.
You can use this mask as many times as you feel necessary, and maintain a healthy, radiant skin.

What you need:
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp natural honey
Half a lemon

Procedure:
* Squeeze juice from the lemon.
* Add brown sugar and natural honey. Stir well until mixture blends together.
* Wash your face with warm water and pat dry. Apply the mixture with circular motions and rub gently for 5 minutes.
* Let the exfoliating face mask set for 15 minutes. Wash clean with water.

What it does:
Basil is antiseptic, antibacterial; it neutralizes toxins, soothes and tones the skin, thus immensely benefiting acne skin.

What you need:
3 tsp dried basil leaves
A cup of boiling water

Procedure:
* Soak leaves in boiled water for 15 minutes.
* Let the liquid cool.
* Apply with a cotton ball.

You may also drink basil tea twice a day. It kills bacteria and has numerous amazing health benefits.

What it does:
Honey is antibacterial and anti inflammatory. It cleans out pores and soothes.

What you need:
Half tsp minced garlic
1 tsp honey
1 tsp sugar
5 drops of lavender oil
A bit of milk

Procedure:
* Slightly heat the honey and mix garlic, honey, sugar and lavender oil well.
* Put in a drip of milk to allow the mixture to spread on your face.
* Apply the mixture to the face by rubbing. Let the mask set for 10 to 15 minutes.
* Rinse off with warm water.

A little bit of pretence is never that bad. And, the same holds true for acne as well. You could very well cover your pimples with medicated makeup too.

Click here to know more about how to Cover Up Acne Safely With Medicated Makeup

While acne in all forms can be managed with the help of home remedies, there are a few that are specific to blackheads and very effective too.

Click here to read more about Home Remedies for Blackheads

Acne can be well handled at home with a few quick and effective home remedies. While they are easy to prepare and apply, they have no side effects too.

Click here to read Top 43 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Acne