BY CLAUDIA MARTIN
Lovely skin requires commitment, not a miracle
Your skin is your best friend, You like your skin = Your skin likes you. Your skin is what protects you from the certain elements and literally keeps you together. Your turn is to do your best to protect it from any kind of damage.
Patience is key, treat your skin right and it will repay you in kindness. There are a lot of lotions and medicines on the market to treat pimples but they can take time. Many natural methods are effective in treating pimples within a very short time period.
1. Ice
Ice is a great alternative to reduce the redness, swelling and of course, inflammation of pimples. Wrapping the ice in a piece of cloth and holding it on to the affected skin area will help improve blood circulation in the affected area, in tightening the skin pores and removing dirt and oil accumulated on the skin. If you can’t take ice cubes, you may opt for crushed ice, whichever is more convenient.
2. Lemon
The use of lemon juice, which is rich in Vitamin C will help your pimples dry faster. Make sure to use fresh lemon juice and NOT bottled juice, which of course has preservatives. There are quite a couple of ways to apply this remedy:
1. Dip a clean cotton swab in fresh lemon juice and apply it to the pimples before going to bed.
2. You can also mix one tablespoon of lemon juice with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and put it on the pimples overnight. In the morning, wash the skin well with lukewarm water. However, this particular remedy is not suitable for those with sensitive skin.
3. Tea Tree Oil
In case you haven’t heard, tea tree oil is excellent for treating acne and pimples. With it’s antibacterial properties, the bacteria that causes your skin to gain pimples and other problems will vanish.
Moreover, it’s soothing properties also help reduce the redness and inflammation of peoples. Bonus? it dries out those nasty blackheads and whiteheads. Simply just dip a cotton ball in tea tree essential oil and dab it on the affected area. Rinse your face after 15 to 20 minutes. You may opt for something else by mixing a few drops of tea tree oil in 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel.
Apply it on your pimples and blemishes, leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse it off.
Note: Steer clear of tea tree oil if you have sensitive skin.
4. Toothpaste
Yes, the toothpaste you use every morning to clean your teeth can also be used to treat those pimples quickly. It’s most effective is when it is used follwing the ice remedy. Note: You have to use white toothpaste, NOT gel toothpaste. Apply the white toothpaste over the affected skin area before going to bed. As soon as you get up on the morning, wash your face with water and you will see a huge significant difference and improvement on the swelling. If you want to repeat the process during the day, just make sure the toothpaste remains on the pimple for at least half an hour before rinsing.
5. Steam
When you have pimples, steaming is the most wonderful. It opens your pores and allows your skin to breathe. Getting rid of all the oil, dirt and bacteria that is trapped in the pores which then causes infection or inflammation. Follow these simple steps:
1. Fill a large container with hot water and allow the steam to come in contact with your face for a few minutes.
2. Rinse your face with lukewarm water and, after drying, apply an oil-free moisturizer.
6. Garlic
As in Garlic, Garlic?! Shocking right.. YES, Garlic is an antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic and antioxidant agent (ok we get it, basically everything) that can help in fast treatment of pimples. How? The sulfur in garlic promotes quick healing of pimples. Follow these simple steps:
1. Cut a fresh garlic clove into two pieces.
2. Rub the garlic on the pimples and leave it for five minutes before washing the skin with lukewarm water.
3. Repeat the treatment several times a day.
Also… Eating one raw garlic clove daily can also help purify your blood. But do not to eat too much raw garlic as it can upset the stomach. (A tad bit too risky, but for you adventurous gals, go for it!)
7. Baking Soda
This fad has been used since the late 60’s, it’s another effective home remedy to get rid of pimples because it helps exfoliate the skin, which removes the excess oil, dirt and dead skin cells. Follow these simple steps:
1. Make a thick paste by mixing one teaspoon of baking soda with some water or lemon juice.
2. Wash your skin well, leaving it slightly damp. Apply the paste on the affected areas and allow it to dry for a few minutes. Never keep baking soda on your skin for longer than a few minutes as it can cause dryness or irritation.
3. Wash your face with warm water.
4. Repeat the process twice a day for quick results.
8. Honey
A great source of natural antibiotics that can speed up the healing process, as well as also help prevent further infections.
1. Dip a clean cotton swab in honey, put it directly on the affected area and leave it on for half an hour.
2. Wash the skin well with lukewarm water.
3. Do this a few times a day.
You may opt to mix honey and cinnamon together to make a paste and applying it over the pimples before going to bed. In the morning, there will be less inflammation or swelling. Wash the skin well with cold water.
9. Cucumber
Besides treating eye bags, cucumber is a rich source of potassium and vitamns such as A,C and E. It has that certain cooling and soothing effect on the skin.
1. Cut one or two fresh cucumbers into pieces and soak them in water for about an hour. The nutrients, such as vitamin A, potassium and chlorophyll will transfer to the water.
2. Strain the water and drink it, or use the water to wash your face.
Guess what? You can also make your own face mask by grinding one whole cucumber. Apply the mask on your face and allow it to try for 15 minutes, afterwards, wash your skin with warm water. This will help clean dirt and bacteria from your pores.
10. Papaya
Having quite the number of properties that help in the treatment of pimples, papaya is a good source of the antioxidant vitamin A, and it also has enzymes that will help reduce inflammation and make your skin silky smooth and soft.
1. Crush raw papaya pieces to extract its juice and apply it over the pimples. Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing it off.
2. To make a exfoliating face mask, mash some papaya pieces and add a little honey. Apply this paste on your face and massage gently. Leave it on until it dries completely and then rinse it off.
Now go out and regain your confidence so you can face the world with your acne-free skin!
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