Acne Home Remedy Secrets

Acne usually occurs in teenagers, during the puberty phase. However adults may also suffer from acne. Changes in hormones such as periods, menopause and pregnancy cause acne as well as other factors such as stress, insomnia and even some medication.

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The Different Types of Spots

White heads – They are white in the center and they are small and hard.
Black heads – They are small and black in the center
Nodules – Painful and hard bumps under the skin
Pulsates – These are spots that consists of a lot of pus and they are visible.

Treating Acne Medically

Avoid pressing and squeezing out pimples as this will cause scarring.
For women, you can ask your GP to prescribe a contraceptive pill, this will assist with acne.
Or you can seek further treatment, by going to a dermatologist.

acne stages — Stages of Acne, Image: theacneproject.com

Managing Acne with Natural Remedies

Mix 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 4 tablespoons lemon juice, 2-3 tablespoons baking soda and 4 tablespoons honey. Warm these ingredients up until it is warm. Apply to your face gently and wash off after 10 minutes.
Purchase a tea tree oil and apply it daily.
Mix 1 cup of cooked oatmeal, 3 tablespoons honey and 5 tablespoons of lemon juice. Ensure these ingredients are well combined before applying it to your face. Leave this mixture on your face for approximately 20-30 minutes and then rinse off.

About Author

Shayma Vawda is an experienced freelance writer. She wrote four short recipe books with nutritional information and she is quite knowledgeable in the health and nutrition niche. Apart from health and nutrition, Shayma also writes on topics related to babies, children and their wellbeing, pregnancy, substance abuse and psychological issues.