5 Homemade Recipes to Eliminate Acne
Acne is an inflammatory process of the skin capable of destroying the pilo-sebaceous structures and leaving scars. Generally of hormonal origin it alters the composition of the sebum, leaving it thicker among other factors like the keratinization of the pores that prevents the exit of the sebum or microorganisms in the sebaceous gland. What can make the situation worse is the constant use of makeup and poor cleansing of the skin.
It touches face, neck, chest, back and shoulders. Although the most common type of acne is one that affects teenagers, infants, children, adults and older people can also suffer from it.
How to treat acne?
In mild cases, some home care may resolve or mitigate the problem. In severe cases, only the dermatologist can treat. Home remedies help a lot in treating this problem. It is important to thoroughly clean the skin with water and neutral soap before the treatments and never squeeze blackheads and pimples as it can leave marks and spots.
1. Earth turmeric (turmeric)
Curcumin is a powerful anti-inflammatory that relieves the swelling and redness caused by acne.
How to use:
Mix 2 teaspoons of saffron with a little water or sesame oil – enough to form a paste. Apply on the affected area and leave for an hour. Rinse. Apply every day. In case of excess pimples start applying twice a day.
2. Rice water
This is an ancient and very common treatment in Asia and really works. Used in Ayurvedic medicine, rice water has soothing and refreshing effect on the skin, and is widely recommended by Ayurvedic practitioners to soothe and reduce skin inflammation.
How to use
Wash a cup of rice until the water comes out clean. Place in a container and cover with water. Cover, stir slightly and soak for 15 minutes. Coe the water, place in a plastic or glass container (you can re-use milk carton of roses, for example). Leave in the refrigerator and whenever you clean the skin apply the rice water. The ideal is to wear at night and in the morning before doing makeup.
3. Sugar and honey
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon of sugar
How to use
Mix well until smooth. Apply in light circular movements and let it act for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse well. Do not use if your skin is very oily.
4. Gelatin mask with milk
1 tablespoon skim milk
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
How to use
Mix unflavored milk and gelatin in microwaveable containers. Dissolve them at full power (10 seconds). After moisturizing, apply on clean face and let it dry naturally on the skin. Remove the mask with your hands, wash your face and apply an astringent lotion. It can also be rice water.
5. Rosemary tea
A cup of water
One tablespoon of dried rosemary
How to use
Boil the water and turn off the heat. Put the water in a glass container and add the rosemary. Cover and infuse for 10 minutes. Strain the tea and run cold on the skin with a cotton swab.