How to Use Natural Remedies to Clear Up Acne

Acne medicines can be expensive and often cause a wide range of side effects. As alternatives, you can use natural remedies to clear up minor acne instead of taking your chances with the side effects. Most acne remedies are safe for people of all ages. The cost is minimal and you can purchase all the ingredients needed at your local health food store. Below are several of the most popular natural remedies to clear up acne

Things You'll Need

• Tea tree oil Apple cider vinegar Olive oil Dandelion Yellow dock root Chaparral Lavender Red clover Strawberry leaves

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Instructions

• 1

  Make a poultice using ground dandelion, yellow dock root and chaparral mixed with olive oil. Apply to acne and allow it to sit for 10 to 15 minutes, then wash off.

• 2

  Prepare a steam facial by heating 2 quarts of water mixed with lavender, red clover and strawberry leaves in a pot on the stove until steaming. Remove the pot from the stove and sit with your face over the steam for 15 minutes, then rinse your face with cold water. These oils help to kill the germs and bacteria causing acne.

• 3

  Apply lavender oil directly to acne blemishes. Lavender essential oil is considered a natural antibiotic and antiseptic and can help promote the growth of new skin cells.

• 4

  Tea tree oil is also a natural antibiotic and antiseptic. Consider using a soap containing tea tree oil to wash your face.

• 5

  Prepare a mix of one part of apple cider vinegar and 10 parts water to rinse your face. This mixture will help balance out your skin's pH levels.