Acne is a skin disorder developed by the inflammation of skin gland as well as hair follicles. It mainly develops when the pores of skin are blocked by hair follicles plug with dead skin cells, bacteria and sebum (oily substance). These types of blockage are accountable for developing nodules, whiteheads, blackheads and pimples.

This article will give an overview of 15 natural ways that can help in improving the symptoms of acne –

Try honey

• Honey has been traditionally used for various medicinal purposes and it is extremely popular for its healing property
• It exhibits potent antimicrobial activity as well, which is accountable for inhibiting the growth of C. acnes as a result helps in improving the symptoms
• Whereas its antioxidant activity is also responsible for clearing debris as well as wastes from clogged pores, which also helps in improving the symptoms of acne
• On the other hand it has outstanding healing effects thus its consumption or its application on the affected area is thought to be very effective for early recovery

Try Apple cider vinegar

• It is considered as another important remedial action for acne as it plays vital role in soothing skin inflammation associated with acne
• It also helps to fight against black heads
• It helps to prevent hyper pigmentation as well

Have green tea

• It has seen that individual with acne have excessive natural body oil or sebum in their pores. Consumption of green tea or its application is very effective for preventing this complication due to its potent antioxidant activity
• Green tea contains a group of polyphenols named catechins, which act as antioxidant and play vital role in clearing clogged pores thus help in improving the symptoms
• Whereas it is also associated with decreasing the production of sebum as a result reduces the prevalence of acne
• It helps to prevent skin inflammation as well, which is also considered as an important factor responsible for treating acne

Focus on cucumber

• Cucumber has an outstanding soothing effect on the skin. It  plays vital role in reducing skin irritation, swelling as well as pain
• It is very effective for reliving inflammation related with acne
• It has seen that cyst often develop and fulfilled with oil when acne develops deep in the skin. Rupturing of cyst wall if occur then the oil get exposed to the deeper skin layers leading to robust inflammatory reaction. Cucumber is extremely helpful for preventing this type of inflammation by exerting soothing and hydrating benefits

• Utilization of cucumber face pack is also very useful because this soothing and cooling mask helps to smooth the skin which is felt rough from acne

Try tea tree oil

• It is one of the most important essential oil used for various therapeutic purposes
• It has potent anti inflammatory and anti microbial activities both of which plays significant role in treating acne
• Its anti bacterial activity is responsible for destroying C acnes or P. acnes, the bacteria responsible for acne
• Its anti inflammatory activity is also related with reducing the swelling as well as redness of pimples and subsequently improves the symptoms of acne
• It is always better to use tee tree oil in dilute form (dilute it in a carrier oil)

Use Jojoba oil

• It is obtained from the seed of jojoba shrub and has been extensively used for various medicinal purposes
• The waxy substances of jojoba oil play vital role in repairing damaged skin thus utilization of jojoba oil is thought to be very effective for healing acne lesions
• It also helps in preventing skin inflammation and decrease the redness as well as the swelling around pimples
• It is better to mix jojoba oil with cream or gel before applying it to affected area. On the other hand few drops of jojoba oil can also be rubbed gently with a cotton pad over acne source

Try Aloe Vera

• It is another important natural substance that can be used for treating acne
• It is very useful for decreasing the appearance of acne and also helps in preventing acne breakouts
• It exhibits potent anti microbial activity that helps to hinder the growth of P. acnes thus helps in improving the symptoms
• It helps in preventing skin inflammation as well
• It contains too much moisture which helps to prevent dry skin

Often consume garlic

• Garlic is considered as another important therapeutic substance that can be well utilized for treating acne
• Organosulfur compounds of garlic have potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity, that are responsible for preventing skin inflammation and also help in inhibiting the growth of C. acnes, which subsequently improve the symptom of acne

Try Echinacea

• Echinacea purpurea, also called as purple cone flower is very much useful for treating acne as it exerts potent antimicrobial activity that helps to kill P. acnes
• It is also associated with preventing skin inflammation and help to protect the skin from damages too
• Echinacea containing cream can be applied to the affected areas for obtaining quick relief 

Try rosemary extract

• It is considered as another important preventive measure for acne
• It exhibits antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities, all of which play significant role in treating acne
• Its antioxidant activity is responsible for clearing the clogged pores of skin as a result helps in improving the symptoms of acne
• Whereas its anti inflammatory activity is related with soothing skin inflammation
• Its antimicrobial activity also helps to suppress the growth of P. acnes, which is responsible for developing acne

Use coconut oil

• Application of coconut oil to the affected area is very useful for treating acne as it helps to destroy P. acnes and also helps in decreasing the redness and swelling of pimples
• It is also related with accelerating the healing process

Try turmeric

• Turmeric has been traditionally used for various medicinal purposes and it is extremely useful for promoting overall skin health
• Its antimicrobial activity is responsible for hindering the growth of P. acnes hence decreases the susceptibility of acne
• Whereas its antioxidant activity is also related with protecting the skin from oxidative damages and also helps in clearing clogged pores
• It helps to purify the skin as well
• Moreover it is very useful for treating various dermal issues along with acne

Try baking soda

• Application of baking soda to the affected region is very useful for treating acne
• It plays vital role in maintaining the pH of skin, which is considered as one of the most important features of treating acne as imbalance in skin pH increases the risk of developing acne
• It is also associated with soften the clogged pores

Increase your daily zinc intake

• Consumption of zinc is very beneficial for reducing the prevalence of acne as it has seen that poor zinc level in body increases the risk of developing acne
• Zinc is also associated with preventing inflammation related with acne

 Include grapes in diet

Consumption of grape is very helpful for treating acne as it contains resveratrol that exerts potent bactericidal activity, which is accountable for fighting against Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes), formerly known as Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) the bacteria responsible for developing acne  

All of the above stated remedies are very useful for combating acne in a natural way

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