Acne is a skin problem that has affected millions of people around the world. Almost every acne affected person is on a never-ending search for acne treatments. The market is flooded with all sorts of acne treatment medications and over the counter acne treatments that promise to show effective results. Apart from all the hubbub about the various surgeries and acne medicines available, there are some really simple home remedies for acne that you can opt for.

Who requires home remedies for acne?

Not all people are gifted with the same type of skin. There are some people who have highly sensitive skin that doesn’t react well to acne treatment medications and drugs. Some over the counter medicines contains several chemical compositions, especially benozyl peroxide and salicylic acid, which may cause skin allergies, sun damage, or cancer. People with sensitive skin or those who don’t want to risk serious side effects can benefit from the use of a home remedy acne treatment. These alternative solutions cause no side effects, and are safe to use as well.

Easy home remedies for acne

If you are looking for effective, simple, and safe to use acne homemade remedies, then here are some easy home treatments for you:

Apple Cider Vinegar or Witch Hazel: Regular vinegar and alcohol can be too harsh on your skin, but apple cider vinegar and witch hazel can replace your toner.  Mix  either liquid with water or green tea in a sealable glass jar.  You can add honey, lemon, and a few drops of olive oil to this mixture but they are not required.  Just dab cotton into the mixture and gently clean your face with it. This homemade toner removes the excess oil from acne prone skin, kills the p. acnes, which is the main acne producing bacteria, and provides vitamins that feed your skin and keep it healthy. Try this simple acne home remedy before going to bed at night and in the morning after you wash your face. Store the mixture in your refrigerator. It should keep for several weeks.

Oatmeal: This is an effective natural ingredient found in many naturally made acne treatment medicines. You can also use oatmeal as an acne home remedy. Make a paste by mixing oatmeal and some amount of water. Apply this paste on your face and leave it for 20 minutes; then wash it off using lukewarm water. This is yet another homemade acne remedy that helps in getting rid of the extra oil that accumulates in the skin. Oatmeal also deposits vitamins and acts as an anti inflammatory, keeping pimples from becoming red and irritated.

Tomato: Tomato is known to contain elements that help in treating acne naturally. Take a tomato and mash it to drain out the juice. You can use a filter paper or a soft cotton cloth to drain out the tomato juice. The leftover paste of tomato must be applied to the face, and left to dry for at least 20-25 minutes. After it dries, wash it off with lukewarm water.

Other Ingredients: Other home substances you can use to make your own acne treatments are bananas, apples, carrots, potatoes, strawberries, garlic, nutmeg, dissolved aspirin, honey, lemon, egg, brewers yeast, and goats milk.