Millions of people suffer from acne each year, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, and an abundance of treatments and options exist that you can find locally and online, these can prove to be costly. Luckily, there are ways to defeat acne by using some simple and easy-to-find household products. If you live on a budget, or are reluctant to shell out hordes of cash on the latest and greatest acne treatment, then consider some simple, affordable and easy to use, at-home remedies instead.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is a powerful antibacterial essential oil that effectively treats acne, according to the Mayo Clinic. If you have sensitive skin, only apply a small drop to a portion of your skin to see how it reacts before using it as a treatment. You can also look for gels and soaps that contain this tea tree oil or look for tinctures that you can dilute in water.
Toothpaste
Many people use simple white toothpaste because it can quickly dry out pimples and reduce redness. In addition, it has affordable price and most people already have a tube in the medicine cabinet. Skincarerecommendations.com suggests that you dab on a bit of toothpaste on your blemishes before going to bed and then wash it off in the morning.
Baking Soda
Baking soda has helped acne suffers for years because the ingredients are easily absorbed into the skin and work to kill acne bacteria and absorb oil. FromGrandmasKitchen.com advises how to properly use this inexpensive household item to treat acne. Simple combine a tablespoon of baking soda with warm water to make a paste. Then, put it on your face, gently rubbing it into the skin. Allow to set for 30 seconds before rinsing.
