Top 10 Home Remedies for Acne that Really Work

July 30, 2024 by Forest Essentials

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Dealing with acne often means navigating a complex landscape of treatments. It’s not just about one magic solution but a combination of factors including diet, hydration, exercise, stress management, topical treatments, and effective home remedies for acne. Many turn to natural ingredients and DIY skincare solutions after struggling with artificial products that don’t meet their expectations. The root of acne often lies in clogged pores caused by a mix of sebum, dead skin cells, bacteria, dirt, and grime. Time-tested remedies like Tea Tree oil, Neem, and Aloe Vera have proven effective in addressing acne-related issues such as blemishes, dark spots, scars, and pigmentation.

Best Home Remedies for Acne

If you’re looking for the best home remedies for acne, we’ve got you covered. In this comprehensive guide, we share the 10 best home remedies for acne scars and acne.

1. Apple and Honey Scrub

Gentle scrubs made from kitchen ingredients are ideal for acne-prone skin. These exfoliators help unclog pores by removing dead skin cells and thoroughly cleansing the skin. Homemade facial scrubs can also stimulate collagen production, resulting in smoother skin.

Ingredients: Apple, Honey & Jojoba oil.

Method:

Simply puree a peeled Apple until it’s mushy, then mix in warm Honey and a touch of Jojoba oil to create a thick paste.
Apply the mixture to your face and gently massage in circular motions.
Rinse off with lukewarm water.

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Another one of our favourite natural scrubs is the Nourishing Facial Scrub by Forest Essentials. Packed with ingredients like Black Sesame paste, Raw Cane Sugar, Jaggery, Cow’s Ghee, and Honey, this formula offers natural exfoliation with intense nourishment and skin-revitalising properties.

2. Tea Tree Oil

When talking about the best home remedies for acne and pimples, a Tea Tree oil treatment is unmissable. Featuring antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, Tea Tree oil is touted as one of the best anti-acne emollients. It efficiently fights acne causing bacteria and soothes acne sores, bumps, and redness.

Ingredients: Tea Tree oil & Jojoba oil.

Method:

Combine Tea Tree oil with a carrier oil to dilute it. Opt for acne-friendly oils like Jojoba oil, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Using a cotton ball or patch, apply the blend on your face.

3. Apple Cider Vinegar

You must make space for Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) In your anti-acne skincare arsenal, owing to its antibacterial, anti fungal, and acetic properties. It repairs the skin’s barrier, cleanses the skin and helps lighten acne scars and blemishes.

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Method:

ACV must be diluted with water before using topically.
Add it into your bathing rituals or simply dab on the skin using cotton.

4. Aloe Vera

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The refreshing and hydrating Aloe Vera makes the case for the best overnight home remedy for acne. Essentially a plant extract, Aloe Vera gel is widely used in skincare and haircare products. Aloe Vera is gentle on skin, yet works well in mitigating moderate acne. Possessing antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, it can be used as a standalone product or combined with other ingredients like Lemon juice, Tea Tree oil, Honey, and others.

You can create DIY face cleansers, scrubs or masks using Forest Essentials’ Light Hydrating Facial Gel Pure Aloe Vera.

Ingredients: Forest Essentials’ Light Hydrating Facial Gel Pure Aloe Vera & raw Honey

Method:

Mix the Aloe Vera gel and raw Honey in a small bowl.
Gently apply the mixture to your clean face, avoiding the eye area and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
Rinse it off with lukewarm water.

5. Honey and Cinnamon Mask

For topical usage, Honey helps in healing, lightning scars and reducing acne flare up. Both Honey and Cinnamon have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which help in soothing the skin and cleansing it.

Ingredients: Honey & Cinnamon Powder.

Method:

Take two tablespoons of Honey and a teaspoon of Cinnamon powder to form a paste.
Apply the mask and allow it to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing it off.

6. Rose Water & Neem cleanser

You can make your own DIY face wash to gently cleanse the skin. Neem powder, renowned for its acne-fighting properties, works to cleanse and purify, while Rose water soothes and balances your complexion.

Ingredients: Neem powder & Rose water

Method:

Mix the Neem powder with Rose water until well blended.
Gently apply the mixture to damp skin, massaging in circular motions.
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

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Alternatively, you can also try the Delicate Facial Cleanser Kashmiri Saffron & Neem by Forest Essentials for a gentle cleanse. Brimming with herbs like Saffron, Neem, Kewda and Panchpushp water, the delicate formula swiftly unclogs pores, nourishes the skin and soothes the sensitive skin.

7. Cucumber and Witch Hazel Toner

After cleansing, apply a natural toner to minimise your pores and encourage better absorption of your moisturiser. A Cucumber and Witch Hazel toner is the ultimate hydrating and soothing duo.

Ingredients: Cucumber water & alcohol-free Witch Hazel.

Method:

Mix a tablespoon of Cucumber water with alcohol-free Witch Hazel.
Store this toner in a spray bottle and mist over your face whenever required, throughout the day.

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For a store-bought toner, try the Facial Tonic Mist Panchpushp from Forest Essentials. This Ayurvedic blend has all the skin-loving elements that will help your glow.

8. Lemon Juice

There are always those everyday ingredients lying around the kitchen like Lemon, which work brilliantly for acne and other skin concerns. Lemon has astringent and exfoliating properties which combat acne causing bacteria and also lend the skin a rejuvenating glow by fading acne scars.

Ingredients: Lemon juice & Rose water

Method:

Blend lemon juice and rose water into a mixture.
Using a cotton patch, apply it on the face and neck, covering the acne-affected area.

9. Detoxifying Celery Juice

When it comes to dietary home remedies for acne, the good old juices and tonics always come to the rescue. One such popular recipe is Celery juice, which incorporates goodness of Celery, Carrots, Tomatoes, Cucumber and Spinach. This glass of juice is full of healthy nutrients and blood-detoxifying ingredients.

Ingredients: Celery, Carrots, Tomatoes, Cucumber & Spinach

Method:

Blend all the fresh ingredients using a blender.
Serve chilled or at room temperature, as per preference.

10. Turmeric Face Mask

Turmeric is the ultimate hero ingredient when it comes to face masks, whether homemade or professionally formulated. Renowned for its healing properties, this ancient spice boasts antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial benefits.

Ingredients: Besan, Turmeric powder, Sandalwood powder & Ghee or Almond oil

Method:

Mix half a cup of Besan and a pinch of turmeric powder and sandalwood powder in a bowl.
Add Ghee or Almond oil to create a smooth paste.
Apply the paste evenly to your face and allow it to dry, then scrub off gently with your hands.
Rinse with lukewarm water.

FAQs

What is the best home remedy for acne?

There are several home recipes for acne including masks, exfoliators, and cleansers. Based on your skin’s need, you can try and test the formula to know what suits you best.

How can I get rid of pimples fast at home?

With ingredients like Turmeric, Neem, Oats, Honey, Tea Tree oil etc., you can create face masks that target acne and pimples.

How can I clear my pimples naturally?

By altering your lifestyle and diet, you can mitigate skin concerns like pimples. You can also try DIY home recipes using natural ingredients as topical treatments for acne.

How to remove a pimple overnight?

Acne patches are known to heal pimples overnight. However, there might still remain redness or scarring.

References:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-acne-remedies

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/apple-cider-vinegar-for-face

https://puddlesandpine.com/diy-toner-oily-acne-prone-skin/

https://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-and-beauty/home-remedies-for-acne.aspx

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Forest Essentials Luxurious Ayurveda

India’s leading beauty brand with products offering a sensorial journey with the purest natural ingredients and traditional Ayurvedic formulations, bringing timeless beauty rituals to the forefront of your self-care routine.

Reviewed By:

Arjun Singh Senior Ayurveda Expert

Arjun is a marketing professional turned Ayurveda Expert. After the completion of his post-graduation in 2008, he started his journey in the beauty industry. He has since worked with several global luxury beauty brands including DIOR & Estee Lauder. With now more than 12 years of experience, he is driven by the idea of making Skin Care, ‘simple’ and ‘accessible’ for all and help clients transform their lifestyle and skin with solutions rooted in his extensive understanding of Ayurveda. A Senior Ayurveda Expert at Forest Essentials, he carefully curates Ayurvedic remedies and is continuously working towards bridging the gap between time-honoured skin care solutions and the modern consumer of the fast-paced world.

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