Natural Skin Remedies for Acne

Next time you have a break out and don't have an acne treatment available try one of our homemade remedies. Homemade skin remedies for acne can be very effective. Some traditional recipes are detailed here.

Vinegar Treatment

Ingredients
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 pint water

Boil the water and allow to cool then add the vinegar. Pour into a clean bottle, preferably dark or store in a cool dark place. Dab on to the skin twice a day.

Tea Tree Oil Acne Remedy

Dab a little pure tea tree oil on to the affected areas twice a day.
tea tree oil is an antiseptic and is gentle on the skin. It will kill the bacteria responsible for the acne.

Honey and Lemon Lotion

Ingredients
4 teaspoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons honey
14 tablespoons water

Boil the water then allow to cool and add the other ingredients. Store in a clean bottle and store in a cool, dark place. Apply twice a day to the affected areas. leave for a few minutes then wash off with water.

Lemon Juice and Rosewater

Mix together 4 tablespoons of lemon juice and 4 tablespoons of rosewater. Apply to the affected areas two or three times a day.

Potato Treatment

Cut a potato in half and rub on the affected areas. The rough texture helps to exfoliate the skin and the vitamins help to improve the condition of the skin.

Toothpaste Treatment

Apply a dab of toothpaste to a pimple and leave on overnight. It is really effective.

All the above skin care remedies for acne are safe to use and effective.