Top 10 Natural Home Remedies To Get Relief From Acne

One of the common skin problems is known as acne or in medical terms, acne vulgaris. This simple ailment has the tendency to affect people at any age, but it is common in young adults and adolescents. As per the survey, 17 million people in the US have been affected by acne at least one time in their entire life. In this article on home remedies for acne information will be given on the causes, symptoms and simple home remedies to get relief from discomfort.

If the oil glands beneath the hair follicles get clogged due to dust, extra production of skin oil, bacteria or accretion of dead skin cells, the situation is called acne. Some of the main factors that are responsible for acne can be described as changes of hormones, body response to some medications, lack of nutrition in diet, poor hygienic environment and stress.

Places On The Body

Acne is found to occur on the face more but it can also be seen on the places such as neck, chest, back, upper arms, buttocks and shoulders. Depending on the severity of the problem, the symptoms and signs may differ.

You might have thought that acne are just pimples. However, a person with acne can display various symptoms such as blackheads, whiteheads, painful pimples (because of pus at the tips), lumps (filled with pus), tiny red bumps on surface of the skin.

If proper treatment or care has not been taken, this condition can cause permanent scars as well as dark spots in the skin. However, the treatment can be done by using simple ingredients from the kitchen.

Medical science has records the acne can be cured to a certain extent by natural home remedies. However, in case of severity it is advisable to pay a visit to the dermatologist.

1. Oatmeal

The advantage of using oatmeal for acne is that it is effective in not only cleaning skin pores but also has the tendency to absorb the extra oil. The additional benefits are exfoliation happens in which the dead skin cells are eliminated thereby preventing the main causes of acne. Oatmeal also reduces the acne scars.

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Step 1

Take one tablespoon of oatmeal with two tablespoons of milk. Mix them to make a paste.

Step 2

You can wash the face with hot water to open the pores.

Step 3

You can massage the mixture on the acne affected areas in a smooth motion. After five minutes, rinse the mixture off the face with warm water.

You can carry out the procedure twice a week for prevention and treatment of this simple ailment.

How Does It Work?

The mixture works both on the inside and outside. The oats and milk reduce the inflammation and redness caused as a result of acne. It is better to remember that this remedy cannot cure the ailment completely unless it is backed by a nutritious diet and consistent treatment. Oats also contains fiber (special one called as beta-glucan), manganese, flavonoids, zinc, magnesium, selenium, carotenoids and avenanthramides (polyphenols).


2. Sugar Scrub

Any sugar (white or brown) can be used as an effective exfoliator for opening up the pores. If you add medicinal components such as honey or olive oil you have an excellent face pack that can help you in treatment of acne.

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Step 1

Take one and half cups of white sugar, three tablespoons of lemon juice, one tablespoon of honey and a half cup of olive oil.

Step 2

Mix them to form a mixture. Let the sugar soak in the olive oil.


You can use the mixture in gently circular motions against the acne affected areas.

How Does It Work?

Lemon that is a high source of Vitamin C is effective in lightening the spots and skin tone. Since lemon is an active astringent, it will assist in tightening the pores and the skin complexion becomes fair. Sugar, the natural exfoliator can be described as a rich source of glycolic acid that can clean the pores and improve the color by the elimination of dead, dry skin cells. Olive oil is rich in Vitamin E. The major benefits of using olive oil in treating acne are that it is a natural moisture agent and can be used for anti-aging benefits. Honey is a natural humectant, and the major benefit is by keeping the body hydrated.

Not Good, If:

  1. You have not mixed the ingredients thoroughly. Application of lemon juice directly on the skin can cause mild burns.


3. Cucumber

This fruit (you are surprised) is effective for treatment of skin suffering from acne as it has soothing and cooling properties.

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Step 1

Take a cucumber and chop it into new pieces.

Step 2

Put in to a blender. Strain the residue to extract the juice.

You can put the juice in the refrigerator for thirty minutes. Then, apply the juice on the skin by making use of a cotton ball. Give quarter of an hour time before you rinse the juice off with cold water.

You can continue the procedure at least twice a day. Also, you can have plenty of cucumber juice or eat cucumber to maintain the pH of the skin.

How Does It Work?

Cucumber is known for its astringent nature that can assist in reducing the inflammation and enhances healing. The pH balance of the skin is also maintained. Since ninety percent of cucumber is water, it soothes the skin and reduces inflammation and can be termed effective for sun burn. It displays medicinal properties due to Vitamin A and potassium. The juice makes the skin tighten the pores and cleans the skin of impurities and dead cells. It is also famous for anti-aging properties as it can reduce wrinkles.


4. Tomatoes

Tomatoes, that too for treatment? You thought we must be kidding? However, the fact is tomatoes have been effectively used for the treatment of acne and some skin disorders.

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First Method

Step 1

In case of normal acne, you can slice a tomato into pieces and then rub on the discomfort areas.

Step 2

Let the juice remain for half an hour. Cool water can be used to wash off the juice after the specified time.

Second Method

Step 1

In case of severe acne, you can prepare a mixture of one tbsp of tomato juice, three drops of lemon juice and half tbsp of raw honey.

Step 2

Using a cotton ball, you can apply the mixture. Wait for 5 minutes. Then, rinse with warm water.

You can use both of the above-mentioned remedies for three days daily.

How Does It Work?

Tomato juice assist in reducing the serum production, one of the main causes of acne. Since they have vast resources of Vitamin A, they prevent the damage of skins. Lycopene (in tomatoes) is an antioxidant that can protect skins cells from getting damaged. Other than lycopene, tomatoes consist of other beneficial ingredients such as choline, beta-carotene, lutein and alpha-lipoic acid (also contain Vitamin A, C and K).


5. Make A Cinnamon And Honey Mask

The word ‘honey’ can bring the visualization of a thick syrupy liquid that is sticky, and cinnamon can make your saliva buds work because of its spicy nature. A simple look at the outward appearance and you do not want to try this remedy for acne. However, the mixture of the mentioned two components can be the best combo for this simple ailment. The spice in concern is known for its antimicrobial properties and it can prevent bacteria. In case of severity of acne, honey can act as the best antibiotic which can eliminate the bacteria or other ‘unwanted guests.’

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Step 1

Take two tbsp (tablespoon) of honey and one tbsp of cinnamon.

Step 2

Mix them thoroughly till both are blended and formed a paste.

Apply the mask on the face. After quarter of an hour, rinse the mixture off and pat dry the face. Since honey is involved, the mixture can be sticky so have a few paper towels on hand.

How Does It Work?

The main medicinal ingredient in cinnamon is cinnamaldehyde that has antifungal and antibacterial properties. The cinnamon’s main benefit is it can bring oxygen and blood to the surface assisting in circulation of blood. The other ingredients of cinnamon are eugenol, linalool, beta-caryophyllene and chavicol. The coarse granules along with honey can promote exfoliation. Honey is also a humectant, thus retaining moisture in the skin.

Not Good, If:

  1. You are allergic to cinnamon. It can produce irritation in sensitive skins. It is advisable to test the mask on other parts of the body rather than test directly on the face.


6. Orange Peel Paste

Oranges are the best source of energy for everyone. Its beneficial properties are important for the skin as well as the internal organs of the body.

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Step 1

Take two orange peels. Grind or pound them using a blender/pestle/mortar.

Step 2

Add the required amount of water to make a paste.

Apply on the affected (acne) areas and let stay for half an hour. It will take some time to rinse the water. Pat dry the face with a gentle towel and then add the relevant moisturizer.

How Does It Work?

An orange peel mask has Vitamin C and citric acid. The citric acid removes the bacteria and orange peels help remove the dead cells from the skin. Vitamin C assists in the growth of healthy new cells.

The calcium and Vitamin E in orange peel prevents damage of DNA in the cells thus delaying premature aging of skin. Do you know orange peels can also extract blackheads?

Not Good, If:

You have sensitive skin. Citric acid can cause mild burns. Be careful not to get the citric acid in the eyes.


7. Tea Tree Oil

Oil and that too for acne? Anyone can see a smile coming to your face. The reason – acne can happen because of oil in the pores and now once again, use of oil?

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Well, tree oil is not the oil which is produced by the body, it can be defined as a solvent that can eliminate the excess sebum as well the dead cells of the skin. It performs two important functions; the pores are unblocked and the acne bacteria are killed which will prevent spread of the ailment.

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Step 1

Wash the face with warm water and pat dry.

Step 2

The tea tree oil should be diluted by 1:9 parts of water.


A cotton swab or Q-tip should be dipped into the mixture and applied to the discomfort area. In case of severe acne, do not apply the tea tree oil directly but increase the strength slowly after a week.

In case of burning, instead of water, apply aloe vera gel.

How Does It Work?

The main medicinal ingredient in tea tree oil is known as terpinen – 4 – ol. It handles elimination of bacteria in the case of acne and decreasing the symptoms. The oil penetrates deep in the skin to perform many functions:

  • Make the acne dry out and its counterparts such as pimples, zits and blackheads
  • Unblocks the glands (sebaceous) for disinfecting the pores
  • Regulates production of excess oil

Not Good, If:

You are interested in using for internal ailments. It should be used only for topical (external body) us. The most important part, it has to be diluted.


8. Mix Strawberries And Honey

Mention the name of strawberry and that too with honey, and your mouth is filled with temptation to taste the sweet.

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Step 1

Take three straw berries and wash them well. Add two tbsp of pure organic honey.

Step 2

Mix them to make a mixture. The mixture should be thoroughly blended.


Wash the face with warm water and pat it dry. Apply the paste on the face and let it remain for twenty minutes. Rinse completely with warm water. A moisturizer can be applied if you have dry skin. Continue the procedure consistently for a month – in a week, twice for prevention and cure of acne related spots.

How Does It Work?

Straw berry is rich in salicylic acid (and that is the reason it is used in acne treatments). The benefits: the epidermis will be shed off its dead cells, the blocked pores are opened, and bacteria will, well, be neutralized. The pores are shrunk in size and the condition is ripe for stimulation of new cell growth. Honey, as you know, is an antibacterial agent and also anti-inflammatory.

Strawberries also work as a natural toner and give the face more radiance. The alpha hydroxyl acids in strawberries reduce the glue present between the dead cells of the skin and make them wither away in the rinse making the face a smooth and soft appearance.


9. Banana Peel

There are fruits which we eat only the fleshy content and throw the skin out. Although every part of a fruit is useful, medical science has not yet conducted research on all parts of the fruits in world and some of the medicinal properties are yet unknown. Bananas can be used in many varieties depending on the situation either as a snack or food. Their peels can also be put into good use.

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Step 1

You can eat the fruit of the banana. The peel you can use it for giving a healing touch to acne related areas.

Step 2

Take off the peel and rub it in slow circular motion all over the face.


Continue the procedure till the peel has gone all through the face. Give a duration of thirty minutes and rinse off with water.

How Does It Work?

The peels of the banana contain a chemical component called as lutein, termed as a powerful antioxidant. It can decrease swelling and inflammation and promotes healthy growth of cells. Rubbing of a banana peel on the face can reduce the discomfort and redness of acne.

The peels are also rich sources of polyphenols as well as carotenoids (both have antioxidant properties and are phytochemicals). The peel also has vitamins B-6 and B-12 which are essential for the overall health.


10. Egg White Mask

The white of an egg can assist in tightening the surface of the skin as well decrease the size of the pores. Discoloration of the skin is prevented by this method.

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Step 1

Break open three eggs but separate the yolk from the white.

Step 2

You can add a tbsp of lemon juice if required.

The face has to be washed thoroughly with warm water to open the clogged pores. Beat the eggs until they form a foam. It can be then applied on the face and the duration for rinse off is after quarter of an hour.

Warm water should be used to rinse the skin, and use a gentle towel to pat dry the face. You can assist the skin by making use of a moisturizer.

How Does It Work?

In case of addition of lemon juice, white heads and black heads can be loosened easily from the surface of the skin. They can easily be eliminated when rinsing with water. The extra sebum in the skin is reduced as the size of the pores is decreased by the egg whites. Lemon juice on the other hand is rich in alpha hydroxyl acid. The Vitamin C in lemon can build the collagen in your skin and lightens out the scars or dark spots including blemishes. Which is one of the best home remedies for acne.

Not Good, If:

  1. Usage of lemon will make the skin photosensitive, so you have to use the sunscreen while outside.

BONUS: Acne Remedies 

Hydrate Yourself

Water, the universal solvent is one of the body’s essential requirements. The fluid can flush out the toxins from the body and can increase circulation that can be effective in the treatment against the topic of this simple ailment (acne). Do not make the body suffer from thirst.


Eat a diet which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which assists in the skin developing flexibility but is effective in drawing sebum from the pores. Example, cold water fish & avocados.

Protein Rich Diet

For the skin to remain healthy as well as hydrated, collagen is necessary. Collagen is prepared from the amino acids in protein.

Example for protein rich food are poultry, eggs, soy, dairy products, and seafood.

Vitamin A

Effective again production of excess oil on the skin which can lead to the acne condition. Examples are carrots, sweet potato, sweet peppers and dark green vegetables.

Stay-off Junk Food

Sugar can increase the amount of oil produced by the skin by stimulation of insulin levels in the blood. Kindly limit the volume of soft drinks and junk foods in the diet.

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You can stay off the Sun.

Do a limited make-up and the rule – never go to sleep before removing the make-up. It is necessary to wash the face daily twice to remove any impurities, dead skin cells or extra oil from the face. You can use warm water and a moisturizer such as cucumber juice to give the ‘good feeling’ to the skin.

Do not scrub the skin, pick, squeeze or pop the acne – it might either make conditions worse or there will be delay in the healing process. The bacteria can spread and you would cause damage to the already inflamed skin.

In case of first symptoms of acne, try to avoid, blush, powder or any other make-up. In case you have to wear make-up, let it be minimal and wash the face at the end of the day.

Have a note on what you put on the hair. Some gels or oils can get on your face, block the pores of the skin and then cause acne. In case of long hair and you suffer an acne infection put the hair away from the face by using a headband.

Include more fruits, whole grains and vegetables in the diet. It is advisable to avoid junk food and greasy food in the diet as it can increase the duration of healing process.

Regular exercise is good for the body as well as the skin. It is advisable to wear perfect clothing. The best part – take a shower or bath right after exercise.

Some research papers associate stress with acne or pimples. Kindly find the reason where you get stress.


There are acnes that are painful, and some of them should be treated by a dermatologist. Cystic acne should always be treated by dermatologists if you do not get relief from natural home remedies and over-the-counter medicines.

Let us look at the signs as to when to see a doctor

The number of acne has spread all over the face. You need to visit a dermatologist. In case of extreme acne, once you get the medicine prescribes, also request information on scar treatment. The sooner the treatment, the less number of scars.

If you have taken a medicine and the acne has appeared as a side effect. Your body would have developed allergy to medications for depression, anxiety etc.

You are suffering from depression and self-image loss.

Have an answer to the questions that a dermatologist might ask:

When did the symptoms begin?

Have the acne remained consistent or it has worsened?

Describe the home remedies you tried and any over the counter medication?

Is the acne affecting your image and self-esteem?

You can also ask the dermatologist some questions such as

Do you recommend any over-the-counter medication or is there a suitable home remedy?

Do I have to change my lifestyle?

What can be done to lessen the scars?

Do you recommend any make-up for covering acne?

If you have been prescribed medicine, you can ask questions such as:

Does the medicine have any side effects?

I have this problem (any existing disease). Can I take this medicine?

How should I use this medicine and can you kindly tell me the duration?

When Can I expect results?

In case you are a parent and you have a child who is suffering from acne, call the dermatologist if

The acne gets worse and the condition is going from normal to worse.

Your child has developed scars after the healing process and it is affecting their self-image.

Check if your family has a history of acne, and if the answer is yes, you should consult a dermatologist with your child.

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Natural Remedy Vs Pharmacy

The topical treatments for the acne come in different forms such as lotions, creams, pads and gels. Some of them are:

Antibiotics (topical): Clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide (Duac, Benzaclin and Acanya) & Erythromycin with benzoyl peroxide (Benzamycin).

Retinoids (topical): Avita, Retin-A, Tazorac, Avage and Differin.

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