Herbal and natural remedies have been used to treat ailments for a long time in earlier civilizations, These remedies are used mainly because Science was not as advanced back then and transport was much more inconvenient for individuals to go to stores to buy skin care products, certainly unlike the scenario now. However, the irony of Science advancement is this: our skin care products are getting more and more poisonous because many different varieties of chemicals are present in our skin care products at any one time. These chemical products many contain irritants which may result in skin flare ups and rashes. It is imperative that individuals with sensitive skin avoid skin care products which contain too many chemicals as these greatly increase the risk of skin allergy.

Many acne skin care products contain too many chemicals. However the most natural acne treatment is the best acne treatment because the ingredients used are friendly to the skin and the health in general. We would not like to create another set of skin problems while trying to treat another skin problem such as acne.

Skin care products are not cheap. In fact, many of them are overpriced because of the large advertising budget manufacturers have to put in, in order to market their products successfully. We can reduce reliance on the skin care products by looking for natural alternatives. Listed below are 10 tips for cheaper and safer treatments for acne.

1) Drinking water

This is simple enough. The idea is this: if enough water is taken in, the body can be cleansed of toxic elements which can contribute to the development and spread of acne.

2) Alternate Hot/Cold Compresses

A natural acne treatment is the usage of hot and cold wet towel compresses to reduce swelling and elimination of clogged pores. The hot wet towel can be applied to the affected area for 45 seconds and then a cold wet towel can be applied for 15 seconds. Repeat this process for 3 times in succession and always end with the cold treatment. Repeat for several times during the day.

3) Cucumber juice

This calms the acne affected skin and can be used as a topical application alone or used in combination with carrot juice and lettuce, which calms and cools the skin.

4) Honey mask

Honey has anti-bacterial properties and can be applied to the face to kill bacteria. The mask can be applied twice a week.

5) Distilled white vinegar

Apply the vinegar topically. And let it settle on the affected skin for at least 5 minutes. Rise off with cool water. Dilution is recommended to reduce the acidity of the vinegar, However, do not over-dilute. A 10 times dilution should be sufficient.

6) Oils and Juices

Almond oil can reduce acne scares and is one of the best natural skin care treatment for acne. Apricot juice helps to alleviate the presence of cysts by cutting through them.

7) Citric fruit juices

Citric fruit juices such as lemon juices is a natural exfoliate, removing dead skin cells which in excess, can cause clogging of pores. Apply the lemon juice on the face and allow to dry for ten minutes before rinsing off with cool water.

Chloe Kor is currently working in the pharmaceutical industry and understands FDA regulations well. However, she noted that cosmetic and skin care products are not as well regulated as drugs and this pose danger to the consumers. She is interested and believes in natural skin care.

Her website is http://skincarepolice.com

By Chloe Kor

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