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Natural remedy for pimples and acne

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Acne or pimples develops when the hair follicles on the face, chest or back are clogged with oil and dead skin. Each pore is connected to a sebaceous gland, which produces an oily substance called sebum. Extra sebum can plug up pores, causing the growth of a bacteria.

Makeup is a temporary solution as it can only camouflage, not cure your skin problems. Using cheap or bad quality cosmetic products can make your skin greasy and further aggravate the problem. One of the easiest ways to get rid of pimples is to stick to natural home remedies as they are safe and reliable and don’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Things Required:

  • Malai(clotted cream) – as required
  • Besan flour – two tablespoons

How To:

  • Take malai and add it to the besan flour gradually until it forms a paste-like consistency, then transfer this mixture to a bowl.
  • Apply the mixture on the affected area and leave it in for a good 10 minutes then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method twice a week.

Why it Works:

Malai should be your go-to remedy as it is rich in anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Applying malai on acne-prone areas will minimize them.

Zinc in besan has been shown to fight the infections that cause your face to erupt with acne. Secondly, it also helps control excess sebum production and soothes inflamed skin.

Reduce pimples with Coconut water and Turmeric

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Acne or pimples develops when the hair follicles on the face, chest or back are clogged with oil and dead skin. Each pore is connected to a sebaceous gland, which produces an oily substance called sebum. Extra sebum can plug up pores, causing the growth of a bacteria.

Makeup is a temporary solution as it can only camouflage, not cure your skin problems. Using cheap or bad quality cosmetic products can make your skin greasy and further aggravate the problem. One of the easiest ways to get rid of pimples is to stick to natural home remedies as they are safe and reliable and don’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Coconut water and turmeric face mask your skin get rid of the daily build-up of toxins underneath your skin and at the same time get rid of bacteria, germs and dirt embedded in your skin to give it a natural glow.

Things Required:

  • Coconut water
  • Turmeric powder

How To:

  • Take coconut water and add it to the turmeric powder gradually until it forms a paste-like consistency, then transfer this mixture to a bowl.
  • Apply the mixture on the affected area and leave it in for a good 15 minutes then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method twice a week.

Why it Works:

Coconut water has antibacterial properties because of its lauric acid content. It’s also why coconut oil is revered for its acne-reducing abilities.

According to studies, lauric acid can exert the strongest bactericidal activity against P. acnes, which causes inflammatory acne like whiteheads and cysts.

Turmeric’s active ingredient, curcumin, can suppress specific stimuli in the immune system, making it a powerful salve for skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.

It also helps picked zits to heal faster by decreasing oxidation and lowering the stress response. If your face is currently breaking out, this mask will help to soothe it almost immediately.

Herbs to reduce acne and acne scars

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Acne or pimples develops when the hair follicles on the face, chest or back are clogged with oil and dead skin. Each pore is connected to a sebaceous gland, which produces an oily substance called sebum. Extra sebum can plug up pores, causing the growth of a bacteria.

Makeup is a temporary solution as it can only camouflage, not cure your skin problems. Using cheap or bad quality cosmetic products can make your skin greasy and further aggravate the problem. One of the easiest ways to get rid of pimples is to stick to natural home remedies as they are safe and reliable and don’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Neem, basil, coriander and mint face mask helps your skin get rid of the daily build-up of toxins underneath your skin and at the same time get rid of bacteria, germs and dirt embedded in your skin to give it a natural glow.

Things Required:

  • Holy basil(tulsi) 
  • Coriander 
  • Neem
  • Mint

How To:

  • Take a handful of holy basil, coriander, neem leaves and mint all in equal amounts, feed it to the juicer/mixer.
  • And grid it to a paste-like consistency, then transfer this mixture to a bowl.
  • Apply the mixture on the affected area and leave it in for a good 15 minutes then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method twice a week.

Why it Works:

Basil which has immense benefits for our skin. Basil contains essential volatile oils like cinnamate, citronellol, geraniol, linalool, pinene, terpineol, etc., which contribute to its strong antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidepressive properties, which reduces acne and acne scars. Next is coriander, it is a powerhouse of iron, antioxidants and Vitamin C.

Coriander juice works like magic for acne or oily skin. It is a detoxifier, a disinfectant and even treats dark lips.

The other magical ingredient in this mask is mint, the strong anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of mint leaves prevent inflammation and cure acne. Applying mint leaves paste on the acne, dries up, eliminates acne scars and cleanses the pores.

The last and powerful ingredient is neem leaves the antibacterial properties of neem help a great deal in keeping a check on breakouts like acne, pimples and black/whiteheads. It also helps in clearing excess oil and dirt from deep within the skin pores.

Getting rid of pimples and acne with Onions

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The scars and spots left by acne are more annoying and disheartening. The current unrealistic beauty standards claim that fairness and brightness are signs of healthy skin. However, the reality is far from this assumption. Healthy skin is characterized by high elasticity, smooth texture, and even tone.

Makeup is a temporary solution as it can only camouflage, not cure your skin problems. Using cheap or bad quality cosmetic products can make your skin greasy and further aggravate the problem. One of the easiest ways to get clear and spotless skin is to stick to natural home remedies as they are safe and reliable and don’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Things Required:

  • Onion – medium-sized

How To:

  • Cut the onion in half and apply it on the pimples in your face.
  • Leave it in for a good 10 minutes then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method twice a week and you can see spotless, radiant and glowing skin.

Why it Works:

Antioxidants in onions may help reduce inflammations that are implicated in acne. The sulfur-containing essential oils in onion stimulate the production of the molecule glutathione. A study found glutathione levels to be lower in people who were prone to skin breakouts.

Sweet Basil to treat pimples

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Acne or pimples develops when the hair follicles on the face, chest or back are clogged with oil and dead skin. Each pore is connected to a sebaceous gland, which produces an oily substance called sebum. Extra sebum can plug up pores, causing the growth of a bacteria.

Makeup is a temporary solution as it can only camouflage, not cure your skin problems. Using cheap or bad quality cosmetic products can make your skin greasy and further aggravate the problem. One of the easiest ways to get rid of pimples is to stick to natural home remedies as they are safe and reliable and don’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Things Required:

  • Sweet basil – a handful
  • Sweet flag root  – one-inch piece

How To:

  • Take A handful of sweet basil(thiruneetru pachilai), feed it to the juicer/mixer with the sweet flag(vasambu).
  • And grid it to a paste-like consistency, then transfer this mixture to a bowl.
  • Apply the mixture on the affected area and leave it in for a good 20 minutes then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method every night before bed.

Why it Works:

Herbs can do wonder to your cooking. And it can do wonder to your skin too. There are more than a few herbs that can be grown at home easily and picked freshly to treat various skin issues.

Basil is one of them, which has immense benefits for our skin. Basil contains essential volatile oils like cinnamate, citronellol, geraniol, linalool, pinene, terpineol, etc., which contribute to its strong antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidepressive properties.

The concentration of these essential oils in basil determines the characteristic aroma and flavour of each herb species.