The world has come to depend on medicines and doctors so much nowadays that we’ve erased almost all faith on treatment from natural herbal remedies from the nature around us, one where ancient humans lived in and happily treated themselves too. Acne treatment can also be done by going back to the roots. Acne vulgaris is a condition that’s been around for centuries. A quick internet search or browsing through a good book will give you recipes for hundreds of homemade acne masks. However, not all of these will work for everyone or be accessible. We share with you our tried-and-tested top 5 homemade acne masks that can easily be made at home and have a 95% effectiveness rate.

1.    Baking Soda Mask

This is the most effective homemade acne mask ever! Hundreds testify of its wonders. Take water and baking soda. Mix 2 teaspoons of baking soda with a glass of water, cleanse face, and apply to pimples. After ten minutes or less, remove the mask. The softer touch and gentleness of your face will be evident. However, keep in mind that baking soda doesn’t work for everyone. IF it’s working for you, apply it 2-3 times per week to quickly get rid of your acne.

2.    Salt Mask

You’ll be wondering what type of acne mask can use salt? Well, you’ll be surprised at its effectiveness. Take some cooking or sea salt and mix in water. Stand the mixture for twenty minutes before applying to pimples. Now, leave again for fifteen minutes. When the salt water dries, it instantly dehydrates and cleans out your pimples. On the other hand, you could take a short cut and just go for a little swim in the salty sea!

3.    Onion & Oatmeal Mask

Nope, you aren’t cooking a meal here, but this sure is one useful acne mask. It’s a bit more complex though. However, the results are much better too. Ignore the smell of onion in the mixture since it’s an important ingredient. Peel 1 medium-sized onion and blend to puree. Cook half a cup of non-sweetened, plain oatmeal. Wait for it to cool. Add the onion puree. Now apply to face and leave for fifteen minutes. If consistency of mixture isn’t thick enough, add honey to make it hold.

4.    Egg Whites Mask

Almost everyone’s always got eggs at home or can run over to the grocery store to grab some. To make this one, you have to first separate the egg whites from the yolks. This can be a bit tricky. Then, take the separated white eggs and whip them till you get that dense consistency. If you’ve got oily skin, you could add lemon juice too. Then, wash your face and apply mask. Leave for around fifteen minutes, then wash with lukewarm water. You’ll instantly notice tightened pores and less visible pimples. Now, that’s definitely the easiest face mask to whip up at home.

5.    Yogurt Mask

This is another simple and effective one. Honey, one of the most powerful and useful natural ingredients, can be combined with yogurt to treat acne. Warm 1 teaspoon of soft honey. For dry skin, use 2 teaspoons full. Now, mix it with one tablespoon of yogurt of reduced fat. Now, apply to face and leave for fifteen minutes. Wipe off with washcloth and wash face afterwards. It is recommended that this be repeated about 2-3 times a week.

There you go – 5 of the best and easiest homemade acne masks to ever exist! Choose the one you like best. You’ve got so much choice with homemade masks that you can always try another one if one isn’t showing the best results. The only important thing is to stick to the one you find useful and apply it regularly for effective acne treatment.

Pop! There’s another angry red pimple on your forehead! Sirens start ringing in your head, and you immediately jump into vigorous action! Hold that thought. Haphazard immediate action is not always the best solution to acne and pimples. Your skin is irritated and (although it sounds gross) infected by bacteria causing the acne.  The only way to relaly get rid of them is through soothing your skin and pulling out the bacteria at work beneath the layers of skin.It will take time, patience, and some putting up with embarrassment and frustration. However, with ample care and attention, acne is not going to hang around for too long.  We share with you the top 6 mistakes that acne sufferers make when treating their pimples. Take heed and avoid hideous acne scars.

1.    Washing Too Much

Everyone that meets you has only one piece of advice to give: ‘wash your face daily, you dirty girl/boy.’ Although washing is important to remove harmful bacteria and dead cells of skin from the surface, if you’re washing more than twice in a day, you’re definitely OVERDOING it. Stop. Your skin will get dehydrated and dry. That’s going to stimulate oil glands on your face to produce more oil. What’s the end result? More acne. Also, avoid using scalding hot water; lukewarm is best.

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After the acne has healed, there will be major scars on the areas affected by acne. The areas will be red in color or will be hyper pigmented. Usually these scars will disappear within a year. If they are seen for a longer period of time, then acne scar treatment is to be performed.

Prevention Of Acne Scars

Scars left by the acne can be avoided by preventing acne. Causes for acne and treatment required are studied to prevent acne.

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When acne becomes severe, it needs medical attention. Natural acne treatment is the best remedy for all the problems related to acne. Herbs that are used for the treatment of acne are not rare and are involved in removing scars caused by acne. They are found naturally in our day-to-day life.

Acne treatments can be done by natural products, some of which are mentioned below.

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Vitamin supplements can help prevent the appearance of acne. Our body needs certain resistance to fight the inception of acne and it can be provided by the vitamin supplements in our food. Certain vitamins can exceptionally cure the acne and the scars caused by them.

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It can be a real treat to fall pampered and relaxed by getting a facial. Unfortunately, not all can get one without the thought of getting red blotches and blemishes on their face. Wondering what to do when you have an acne breakout and you want to get a facial done? This article would provide some useful tips.

A basic facial routine would involve exfoliating the skin, cleansing the skin and overall rejuvenation the skin. However if you have acne, there is a higher chance of the occurrence of blemishes. Follow these steps to prevent a breakout.

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Acne is an inflammatory ailment that is more commonly referred to as pimples or zits. Research and studies have formulated a lot of products and solutions to ease and cure acne. These products include ointments, creams and gels that can be directly applied. Other products include oral acne medicines, which include tablets, and capsules that can be orally administered.

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Many people presume that acne is caused due to the presence of excess oil in the skin. Thus, they are always on the look out for ways to dry out the skin. People believe if there were no oil in the skin, there would be no acne. However this does not hold good. Dry skin and acne actually go together. Dry acne prone skin is more vulnerable to blemishes and outbreaks.

The common myth of excess oil leading to blemishes has been proved wrong by studies and various researches. Acne develops when pores are clogged. Moreover, dry skin causes more clogged pores. Dry skin become flaky and skin cells start falling off resulting in clogged pores causing major blemishes. The best way to prevent dry skin and acne is by regularly following a simple beauty routine that involves, cleansing, toning and most importantly moisturizing the skin.

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Anti bacterial creams and ointments are definitely successful in acne control, but prolonged usage of these medicines can affect your skin adversely. It may result in rashes and also be very hard on your pockets. This article aims to discuss natural acne treatments like home remedies for acne.

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Make up can often clog pores resulting in an acne breakout. There are numerous make up products that have been formulated especially for those suffering with acne. These products contain bacteria that can close the pores and reduce redness and skin irritations. Consulting beauty specialists at departmental stores and health store, before investing in these products would be a good idea. The key is to choose light and non – greasy products. Numerous make up for acne prone skin are available.

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