5 Effective and Organic Ways to Kill Acne
Acne is one of the most common skin problems in today’s world. It is because of the increasing pollution, use of chemical-induced skincare products and cosmetics and intake of highly processed foods.
The severity of acne may be different but the causes are usually same and therefore, treatment of all kinds of acne is more or less the same as well. Spending a great deal of money on treatments and skincare products may give you quick results. However, they usually contain chemicals that worsen the overall health of the skin in the long run.
Instead of immediately resorting to temporary and quick solutions that are not good for our skin in the long run, we should opt for organic ways.
All the treatments and skincare products are made of some highly effective organic ingredients added with some chemicals to pace up the process. Using those ingredients individually may help you get rid of acne without causing any damage to the skin. It may take more time but the results will be there.
You must be wondering now what such ingredients are and how you can possibly use them to kill acne. Fret not! Here are the 7 most effective and organic ways to kill acne without damaging your skin:
Licorice Extract for Gentle Exfoliation
Licorice extract is the one effective ingredient found in many skincare products. It has anti-inflammatory properties and the capability to balance the hormonal levels.
Therefore, using this ingredient can help soothe your acne without causing any damage to it. It may not directly be effective for killing acne but it has properties that can control the causes of acne like hormonal imbalances, excess oil production and inflammation.
How to Use
You can make your all-natural ointment using licorice root. All you need is around 5 cups of water and two to three tablespoons of dry licorice root. Boil the water and add the licorice root in it and then put the lid on the pan.
Leave it on light flame for about 30 minutes and then take the mixture out in a cold compress to apply on to the skin. You can also massage your skin after applying the mixture directly to your skin.
It will help soothe your skin down.
Tea Tree Oil for Acne Treatment
Tea tree oil is an essential oil that contains anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It has the power to soothe the skin and dry out the pimple in no time.
The consistency of the oil is very thin and therefore, it goes deep into the skin and successfully kills the bacteria.
However, using the oil to the entire skin directly is not recommended as it can dry out the skin. You can apply it directly to your pimples.
You can also use diluted tea oil
for treating vaginal acne.
How to Use
Take a drop of tea tree oil in a cotton bud and apply it directly to the affected areas only.
Before applying the oil, make sure you have done the patch test on your hand beforehand. You can also make a natural ointment for your acne using tea tree oil.
Take a small jar and add fresh Aloe Vera gel and two drops of tea tree oil in it. Store it in a cool place and apply it to your pimples before going to bed and sleep with the gel on.
Witch Hazel for Toning
Witch hazel is found in North America and is extracted from the barks of a shrub. There are no studies that prove that it is an effective acne treatment.
However, it contains anti-bacterial and soothing properties which help calm the skin down and heal acne. It fights the bacteria and helps in killing it. Many cleansers and toners for acne prone skin contain this ingredient.
How to Use
You can buy 100% organic witch hazel from the market as there are many organic brands selling it. Apply it as a toner to your face by taking it in a cotton swab and massaging your skin with it. It will help cleanse and soothe the irritated skin while reducing the excess oil production.
Aloe Vera for Moisturizing
Aloe Vera is the ultimate soothing agent that is used in many skincare products. It instantly calms down the irritated skin and helps it to heal effectively.
It contains salicylic acid in it that helps treat acne. Plus, the best part is that it is readily available in every household. If you feel that your skin is inflamed, using Aloe Vera gel can greatly help.
How to Use
If your skin is oily and acne-prone, you can use aloe gel as a moisturizer rather than buying expensive moisturizers that clog your pores and worsen your skin condition.
You can also make a facial mist using aloe gel and rose water. Take a rose water spray and add two tablespoons of aloe gel in it. Spray it on to keep your face soothed and reduce the inflammation.
Bentonite Clay
Bentonite clay contains minerals that help detoxify the skin and remove excess oil from the skin. This clay may not directly fight acne but it helps cleanse the skin deeply and remove the sebum which gives rise to more acne.
Therefore, it may work better for those who want to prevent acne in the long run.
How to Use
The clay can be used as a mask by adding water to it and applying evenly on the skin. Let it dry for about 15 minutes and wash your face thoroughly. Apply a moisturizer in the end. Keep in mind that overusing this clay can leave your skin over-dried and you definitely don’t want that.
Therefore, make sure you only use it twice a week at most. You can also add a drop of tea tree oil to the clay for increasing its effectiveness.
Author Bio:
Emma Hanson is a mother of two, a skincare freak and an avid reader. She loves trying out new products and treatments for healthy and glowing skin. She shares her knowledge and experience by writing regularly on her blog. She is one of the co-founders of clearawayacne.com
