People of all ages can get pimples. Children, teens, adults and even senior citizens can have nasty breakouts with no warning. Many over-the-counter acne products dry skin out or are just not suitable for one reason or another. Fortunately, there are a multitude of alternative home remedies for acne and pimples. From fresh fruit to green tea and more, there are several ways to zap those pesky zits without having to leave the comforts of home.
Toothpaste can help dry out and remove pimples, whiteheads and blackheads. The paste-type toothpaste should be used, and gel toothpastes should be avoided. Simply put a small amount on each pimple and let it dry. As soon as it dries, wash the toothpaste off with warm water.
Honey has shown wonderful results for making pimples disappear. Mix honey with some cinnamon powder, and then apply it generously over each pimple before bed each night. In the mornings, the mixture should be washed off with hot water. Only three teaspoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon are needed.
Several different kinds of fresh fruits and vegetables have been known to prevent and reduce acne. Orange peel should be mashed down with water and applied. The pulp of ripe tomatoes should be applied to each pimple and left on for at least one hour before washing. Fresh cucumbers offer an effective way to reduce pimples. A cucumber can be cut into circular slices, and then applied to the affected areas. The cucumber should be left on no more than one hour before washing it off.
Water not only hydrates the body, but it also promotes clear and healthy skin. Drinking several glasses of water per day will help stop pimples before they form, and help diminish pimples that already exist.
Green tea is healthy when consumed, but it can also be a powerful pimple fighter. Boil a bowl of water, then drop a few green tea bags in. Let the water cool off, then stir. Apply the green tea water all over the pimples.
Although the smell may not be ideal, garlic can help reduce pimples. Fresh garlic should be rubbed directly on the pimples daily until they disappear. This method works without leaving any blemish marks.
Fresh mint juice can help with pimples. The juice should be applied every night before bed and left on overnight. Pimples should disappear within a few days.
