Oily skin and pimples can be treated with natural home remedies that are simple, affordable, and effective. Here are some remedies that can help:
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Lemon Juice: Lemon juice instantly brightens up your complexion and works as an astringent, helping to tone and control oily skin. Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon lemon juice and ½ teaspoon distilled water to your skin with a cotton ball. Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water.
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Honey: Honey helps reduce excess oil, clears pores, moisturizes (without making skin oily), and has natural antiseptic and antibacterial properties that may benefit acne-prone skin. Apply a thin layer of honey over your face. Mix it with other ingredients like cinnamon or turmeric for added benefits.
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Egg Whites: Egg whites are thought to tighten pores and reduce oiliness. To make an egg white and lemon face mask, mix 1 egg white with 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Spread on your face and allow to dry. Wash off with warm water.
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Cucumbers: Cucumbers contain a high vitamin and mineral content, which is ideal for keeping oily skin under control. Cut a fresh cucumber into thin slices and gently rub over your face before bed.
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Apple Cider Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar has natural antibacterial and antiseptic properties that can help reduce oiliness and prevent acne. Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar and water, and apply to your face with a cotton ball. Leave on for 5-10 minutes, then rinse with water.
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Oatmeal: Oatmeal can absorb excess oil and soothe irritated skin. Mix 1 tablespoon of oatmeal with enough water to make a paste. Massage the oatmeal mixture into your face for about three minutes, rinse with warm water, and pat dry.
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Tea Tree Oil: Tea tree oil is a natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, which means that it might kill P. acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. Dilute tea tree oil with a carrier oil like coconut oil, and apply to your face with a cotton ball.
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Jojoba Oil: Although the idea of applying oil to oily skin seems counterproductive, jojoba oil is a folk remedy to treat oily skin, acne, and other skin problems. Apply a few drops of jojoba oil to your face and massage it in.
Its important to note that most home remedies for oily skin and pimples arent well-researched, and the success of a home remedy is dependent on many things such as your specific situation and the quality of the ingredients used. Additionally, some ingredients may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions, so its important to do a patch test before applying any new remedy to your face.
