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Cure Acne at Home Using Green Recipes |
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Besides prescription or OTC treatment, home remedies work just well for mild to moderate acne. It involves no rocket science. Let's learn about some of the natural homemade treatments or green acne recipes for all kinds of acne, pimples or zits.
Simple acne cleansing mask using honey
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.
Basil tonic for acne
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.
Green exfoliating masks
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.
Turmeric mask for acne
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.
Aspirin mask for acne
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.
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