This document discusses natural remedies for acne using herbs and common household items. It notes that acne is common among teenagers and can cause self-esteem issues. It then recommends using aloe vera gel applied directly to acne due to its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Lemon juice is also suggested for its ability to flush out blackheads when diluted and applied once weekly. Additional remedies discussed include using toothpaste for its anti-inflammatory effects, eating or applying cucumber for its anti-inflammatory properties, and creating a honey face mask using honey and baking soda to destroy bacteria and fungi. Proper hygiene, a healthy diet, sleep, and consulting a dermatologist are also advised to cure acne.

1. Fighting the blackhead and pimple menace

2. Acne is natural and almost everyone gets to
experience outbreaks every now and then,
particularly during puberty.

3. Though people treat it like it’s nothing, a
number of teenagers –and some adults – are
facing self-esteem problems because of the
it.

4. This in turn paves the way for bullying, low
self-confidence, and worse, depression. If
you are having emotional problems due to
acne, please seek help right away.

6. Nowadays, most people treat acne via creams
found on any pharmacy. The most common
of which is benzoyl peroxide.

7. Though generally effective, this chemical can
prove to be too harsh to the skin, and may
cause peeling, drying, itching, and other
forms of skin irritation.

8. With that aside, let’s proceed to the focal point
of this presentation: battling acne with herbs
and the stuff around your home.

9. Photo by Erin Silversmith

10.  Aloe vera is one of the most widely used
medicinal herbs.
 The gel, which can be taken if you cut a leaf,
has healing and anti-inflammatory
properties.
 You can apply it directly by breaking a leaf
and rubbing the wet part into the acne-
afflicted area.
 Aloe has antimicrobial capabilities as well.

12.  When life gives you lemons, use it to destroy
and get rid of acne.
 Note that its acidity can be a bit harsh on the
skin, so be sure to only use it once a week.
 Directly apply lemon juice into the afflicted
area, as it will help flush out blackheads and
cure acne.
 You can dilute lemon juice with warm water.

14.  Note: only use this method on individual
pimples and in smaller areas.
 Acne is an inflammatory skin disease –
toothpaste has astringent and anti-
inflammatory properties.
 It can reduce redness and inflammation
caused by acne.
 Toothpaste also has antimicrobial properties.

15. Photo by Micha Rieser

16.  Not only are cucumbers good for salads,
they’re also good for your acne.
 This fruit has anti-inflammatory properties,
making it an effective acne cure. This is also
the reason why you see it being put on the
eyes.
 It is also good for the skin. Try eating some
every meal, or by chopping bits of it and
adding it to water.

18.  Raid your kitchen pantry: applying honey to
your face is a surefire way to curing acne.
 The healing effects of this golden liquid is
amazing: it has anti-inflammatory properties
and it is tailor-made to destroy inhibit the
growth of bacteria and fungi.
 Create a honey face mask by mixing it with
baking soda. This combination also works
well against other skin diseases.

19. In curing acne, it is also a must to observe
proper hygiene and a healthy lifestyle: bathe
regularly, eat healthy food, and get enough
sleep. Consult your dermatologist as well.
You may also result to commercial products,
like acne face washes, as long as they are
made from natural ingredients.