Acne Breakouts: Guide to Clear and Glowing Skin

It’s a common story! You got an important day and your not-so-best friend pops out. Yeah! Acne breakouts are frustrating. It ruins your looks for the big day and impacts your confidence. That’s why, in this blog, I bring you the best natural tips to prevent acne breakouts.

Acne is caused by overactive oil glands in the skin and a build-up of oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria, which leads to inflammation in pores.

But before that, let me tell you the biggest mistakes that most people make when it comes to acne – 

• Hiding the zits with make-up.
• Picking and popping the zits.
• Not washing their face often.
• Using dirty pillow-case for weeks.

When it comes to skincare, simple home remedies, a healthy diet and good skincare habits work wonders. 

Best natural tips to prevent acne

1. Green Tea

Tea works wonders in skincare. Green tea has great anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidizing properties. This helps in soothing your irritated skin and reduces the inflammation of acne lesions. 

How to use it?

Dip a green tea bag in hot water. Let it cool and wash your face with this water. You can also apply this water to your face with a cotton ball. Let it soak for some time and wash it away.

Also Read: Tea in skincare

2. Honey 

The sweet nectar has got antibacterial properties that can help in combating acne. Its stickiness helps in removing excess dirt from the pores. This aids in curing acne and keeping your face clean.

How to use it?

Apply a teaspoon of honey over the acne and leave it on for 30 minutes. Wash off gently with warm water.

Also Read: Amazing benefits of honey

3. Aloe vera

The green gel has amazing burn-relieving properties. It promotes healing and reduces scarring. The cool gel helps in combating bacterial infections and acne-causing inflammation. Aloe vera is a great remedy for acne.

How to use Aloe vera on acne?

Scrape the gel from an aloe vera plant with a spoon. Dab it on your acne-affected areas and leave it for some time. This will not only relieve the pain and itch of acne but also helps in erasing the scars. 

Also Read: Healing actions of aloe vera

4. Lemons

We all know the benefits of lemons for hair and skin. It’s a great exfoliant, skin lightener and antiseptic. It heals your acne breakouts and helps in removing the scars too. Lemon also makes your skin glow!

How to use lemon for acne breakouts?

Clean up your skin and dap a cotton ball soaked in lemon juice. You can also add a few drops of rose water. Let it sit for some time and then rinse it with cool water.

5. Coconut oil

Coconut oil has great antibacterial properties. It aids in relieving inflammation and reducing scars. Coconut oil is also an excellent make-up remover. It aids in balancing the sebum secretions of your skin and thus it reduces acne break-outs.

6. Fuller’s Earth

Multani mitti is an excellent skincare ingredient. It aids in regulating the oil production of your skin which is responsible for acne breakouts. For centuries, multani mitti has worked wonders in skincare.

How to use Fuller’s Earth for acne?

Make a paste by blending multani mitti with rose water. Apply the paste evenly on your skin. Let it dry for 10-15 minutes and then wash off with cold water.

Also Read: Amazing benefits of Multani Mitti for skin and hair

7. Neem 

Neem is another excellent remedy for acne-prone skin. Using neem water as a skin toner regularly ensures clean and clear skin. Its antibacterial properties combat acne reduces scars and fights pigmentation.

How to use neem for acne breakouts?

Boil about 20 neem leaves in half a litre of water. Wait till the leaves become soft and the water turns green. Strain the water and store it in a bottle. If you have got acne on the body then bath with this water and if the stubborn zits are on your face then apply this water with a cotton ball. Wipe your face with clean water and a towel.

Also Read: Meditation for clear skin 

Tips to prevent acne breakouts

• Keeping your face clean is essential. Wash it every time you step home from outside. But don’t overdo it.
• Remember to wash your face after exercising as sweat tends to clog your pores.
• Make sure to use products that are noncomedogenic or non-acnegenic.
• Keep your hair products away from your skin.
• Avoid wearing tight clothes if you get acne on your body.
• Keep your hands off your face. Don’t touch, prick or pop the acne.
• Stay out of the sun or use a sun-protective cream while stepping out.
• Change your pillow covers often.

Also Read: Ghee in skincare

Other hacks that can work for acne breakouts

• Your toothpaste can come in handy in treating acne and removing scars. 
• Staying hydrated and eating hydrating fruits. Watermelon, cucumber, berries and green leaves are great choices.
• Exercise daily for clear and clean skin and always take a bath after exercise.
• Stress is one of the main culprits of acne. Destressing can help in controlling acne.
• Avoid spicy foods, processed and packaged meals are also bad choices for acne-prone skin.

Also Read: 5 skin-care tips for dry skin

Takeaway!

Almost everyone suffers from acne problems once in a while, but for some, the problem is more frequent and recurring. To cure this problem of the roots you need to maintain a healthy diet, drink enough water, exercise regularly, maintain your stress-o-meter, sleep well and take care of your skin with simple natural remedies. 

These simple remedies not only help you get rid of acne but also adds a glow to your face. So, do try them out and write back to me sharing your experiences!