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Best Herbal Acne Remedies

Acne is one of the most common problems faced by women these days. It normally hits during adolescence and progresses with age in some cases. Some of the reasons for acne include heredity, stress, environmental factors, improper diet, smoking, consumption of alcohol, hormonal imbalance and raise in blood sugar levels.

Intake of the right kind of food holds a prominence in maintaining a healthy skin. Eating more oily and spicy foods will also contribute to the appearance of acne. A change in the diet and lifestyle can help combat acne. It is necessary to drink at least 8 glasses of water every day. This deeply hydrates the skin from within and makes the skin look healthy and moisturised.

There are numerous home remedies that can treat acne effectively. Out of all, herbal remedies work wonders in treating acne when used on a regular basis. In this article, we have listed out some of the best herbal remedies that you can follow at home to get rid of acne. Read on, try it and notice the difference!

 Basil

Basil

Basil tops the list of herbal cures for acne because of its efficiency in killing the acne-causing bacteria. It even keeps the skin clear by purifying the blood. Crush a few basil leaves and apply its juice on the affected area. Leave it for sometime and rinse.

Neem

Neem

Neem is yet another effective remedy to treat acne. It is popularly known as a detoxifying and blood purifying agent. It has proven to be very effective in curing acne. Mix neem powder with a few drops of rose water. Apply this mixture on to the hair and rinse after sometime.

Lavender

Lavender

The antiviral and antibacterial properties of lavender makes it a great herb that can fight acne. Mix lavender oil with rose water. Apply this on to the skin and rise after sometime. This mixture effectively soothes inflammation and reduces red marks when used on a regular basis, until the acne disappears.

 Aloe Vera:

Aloe Vera:

Aloe vera is the best beauty ingredient, which treats all sorts of skin- and scalp-related problems and is known to effectively treat acne at home. It controls acne breakouts. With regular usage, it prevents the formation of acne and assists in healing the acne spots.

 Tea Tree Oil

Tea Tree Oil

According to a recent study, the antimicrobial effect of tea tree oil helps in preventing the growth of acne. It reduces skin inflammation too. Dab a few drops of diluted tea tree oil on the skin with a cotton ball and rinse after sometime.

Coriander

Coriander

Coriander is an amazing herb used to treat skin infections, including acne. It helps to get rid of acne and breakouts. Crush few coriander leaves and apply its juice on the acne-prone areas. Rinse after sometime for the desired results.

Green Tea

Green Tea

Green tea is an effective herbal remedy to do away with acne in a short period of time. Drinking 2-3 cups of green tea every day detoxifies the body, thereby reducing the appearance of acne and pimples on the skin.

Story first published: Friday, November 13, 2015, 12:26 [IST]