Homemade Remedies And Prevention For Acne

Acne is the term for plugged pores (blackheads andwhiteheads), pimples, and even deeper lumps (cysts or nodules) thatmostly happen on our face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and even theupper arms.  Acne affects most teenagers to some extent.  However, thedisease is not restricted to any age group; adults in their 20s - eveninto their 40s - can get acne.  While not a life threatening condition,acne can be upsetting and disfiguring.  When severe, acne can lead toserious and permanent scarring.  Even less severe cases can lead toscarring.

Here are ways on how get rid of your acne / prevent acne:

1. The first thing and the most basic, keep your skin clean. Regular washing removes sweat, dirt and bacteria.
2. Getenough sleep. Sleeping for at least 8 hours a day can help lessen youracne. Blemishes often appear during sleepless night so avoid doing that.
3. Exercising on a regular basis and eating well balanced meals
4. Whenusing cosmetics you should choose what to use and what not to use. Somecosmetics cause more acne to your skin because of irritation. I suggesttrying homemade one as it is more safe and healthy too.
5. Washyour face with a gentle cleanser. Rub a cotton ball to the affectedarea with witch hazel over your face then spread a thin coat of 2%salicylic acid. Repeat the cleansing process and witch hazel steps, andthen dab 2.5% benzoil peroxide over the entire face. These steps willunclog your pores and will leave your skin clean and refreshed.
6. Oatmealis an astringent which can help you draw out impurities out of yourskin. Apply some cooked oatmeal to your face for about 15 minutes andwash it off. It usually takes a week or two for results to show.
7. Makea solution of 30 drops of grapefruit extract in 4 ounces of water.Apply to infected area with a cotton ball 3 times a day. This is anexcellent disinfectant.
8. Make a mixture of 1/4 tomato, 1 tspmashed cucumber, 2 tsp plain yoghurt, 2 tsp aloe gel, 2 mint leaves and3 tsp Oatmeal powder. Apply to your face and leave it on for 15minutes. Rinse with warm water.
9. A quick remedy: Apply eitherapple cider vinegar or lemon juice to a clean skin, using a cottonball. This will help flush out the pores and normalize the skin's pH.
10. Usethe pulp of the aloe Vera plant as a skin cleanser. If you prefer aloejuice, you can use it to counteract infection and promote healing.Apply it morning and night for as long as necessary to improve skin'scomplexion.
11. As you know, blemished skin just can't be smooth.There is a treatment you may wish to try. Make a mixture of 1 cup plainyoghurt and juice of 1/2 lemon. Apply it as a cream every night beforebed. The effects on this should be seen after 3-4 weeks.
12. To help dry out the acne without drying out your face, rub cucumber peel (wet side up) and leave on overnight.
13. Another good mask: Combine 1 egg white and 1 tsp lemon juice. Rinse off after 30 minutes.
14. Mix 2 tsp cornstarch with 1 tsp vinegar, apply on acne area for 30 minutes, and then wash off with washcloth and warm water.
15. Avoid foods containing trans-fatty acids.
16. Eliminate sodas and artificial sweeteners.
17. Avoid fried foods, as this may cause the appearance of acne. Harmful fats and oils cause acne to appear rapidly to out skin.
18. Reducemilk consumption, as it may aggravate acne. Researchers claim to havefound a correlation between milk intake and the incidence of acne. Itseems milk drinkers develop more severe acne than non-milk drinkers.
19. Avoid chocolate, tea and coffee.
20. Reduce the consumption of junk food; limit your total fat intake to no more than 20% of calories for acne free skin.