10 home remedies to reduce pimples and get clear skin

Pimples are one of the most common skin conditions in the world. It affects about 85% of the youths around the globe. 

Pimples are nothing to be ashamed of. It happens when our pores become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. Apart from the obvious reason, some of the other factors that might cause skin inflammation are genetics, hormonal imbalance, excess oil production, and most importantly puberty. 

If you need clear skin, then acne creams with main ingredients like salicylic acid, niacinamide, or benzoyl peroxide work wonders as they help in managing redness, swelling, and pain.  

However, purchasing these creams and serums could be costly, so how can you reduce pimples with easy home remedies and get clear skin. Below we will discuss ten easy home remedies that can help you get rid of pimples and get clear skin.

1. ACV 

Apple Cider Vinegar is a natural acid that is known for killing acne-causing bacteria called P.acnes. Made from fermented apple juice, ACV helps in fighting different types of microbes and prevents them from growing further.  

Several studies have revealed that succinic acid found in ACV helps in reducing the inflammation brought on by P. acnes bacteria whereas lactic acid helps in reducing scars caused by pimples. 

All you need to do is dilute some unfiltered ACV with water and apply it to the affected area. After 10-20 seconds wash it off with lukewarm water and apply some light-weight moisturizer. Do this at least a couple of times a day for best results. 

2. Zinc Supplement 

Zinc is one of the most essential supplements that you should be consuming if you are battling pimples. It helps in healthy cell development, aids in restoring hormone levels, improve digestion, and improves your resistance capacity. Studies have revealed that people with zinc deficiency have more pimples as compared to those with clear skin. The suggested daily allowance for zinc is 40 mg each day.  

3. Make Time of Face Packs 

If you love masking, then this tip will help you get pimple-free clear skin. Both cinnamon and honey are known for their antibacterial properties that help in battling microbes and reduce irritation, which are two factors that are triggered by pimples. Make a smooth paste of honey and cinnamon and apply it all over your face or use it as a spot treatment. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes and wash it off with lukewarm water.  

4. Tea Tree Oil Spot Treatment

Melaleuca alternifolia is a native tree found in Australia. It is known for its antibacterial and antiseptic properties. Extracted from the leaves of the plant, tea tree oil helps in getting rid of pimple-causing bacterias, reducing skin inflammation, and getting clear skin. All you need to do is dunk a q-tip in tea tree oil and apply it to the affected regions. Apply it twice a day for best results.  

5. Green Tea For Clear Skin 

Green tea has many health benefits. One of those is it helps in managing glucose and insulin levels. Both of the medical conditions could send our body into shock and make us susceptible to bacteria causing infection. Green tea also helps in the development of healthy cells that can help our body fight the said bacteria and reduce pimples over time.

Simply steep some green tea in hot water. Once it has cooled down, using a cotton ball, apply the concoction to the affected area. Then wash it off with water.  

6. Witch Hazel 

Witch hazel is the native bush of North America. It is extracted from the bark and leaves of Hamamelis virginiana that contains tannins that act as antibacterial and have a calming effect. Witch hazel is used for treating several skin conditions like dandruff, dermatitis, bug bites, skin inflammation, and more. Simply boil a bark of witch hazel in some water after soaking it in for 30 minutes. Strain the mixture and apply it using cotton on the affected area.  

7. Aloe Vera Gel To Rescue 

Aloe vera is a tropical plant that is used in several moisturizers, creams, cleansers, and balms. The topical application of fresh aloe vera gel helps in treating burns, rashes, wounds as well as other skin conditions as it is rich in its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. All you have to do is slice the aloe vera leaf in half and scrape the gel out. Blend to make a smooth paste and apply to the affected area twice a day for best results.  

8. Fish Oil Supplement 

Omega-3 is a healthy fatty acid with many health benefits. You should be including these healthy fats in your eating regimen if you want pimple-free clear skin. There are two types of omega-3 fats that you should include in your diet — eicosapentaenoic corrosive (EPA) and docosahexaenoic corrosive (DHA). Both rich in anti-inflammatory properties can help you in controlling acne breakout. 

9. Exfoliate, Baby!  

If you want to get rid of dead skin cells, dirt, oil, and pollution, then exfoliation is the key. These are the common enemies of clear skin and could lead to pimple breakouts. You can either opt for chemical exfoliating or use ingredients like oats, coffee, and sugar to create a scrub at home and get rid of clogged pores. All you need to do is mix some sugar (or salt) in coconut oil and scrub your face tenderly and clean it off with lukewarm water. For the best results, you can do this at least twice a week. 

10. Low-glycemic Diet 

The connection between diet and skin inflammation has been a part of communication in the medical community for a long time now. Several studies have shown that dietary factors, like insulin and glycemic index, affect how food reacts with your skin. Eating food with high GI could cause a spike in insulin that may lead to an increase in sebum creation, which could lead to pimples and dull skin. If you want clear skin, then you need to avoid food like  

• White bread 
• Sodas and sweetened drinks 
• Confectionary items 
• Refined food items, and more.

Food with a low GI are: 

• Vegetables
• Fruits
• Nuts 
• Whole grains, and more.

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