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There are essentially 3 reasons why people choose herbal acne remedies. They are: herbal remedies are softer on the skin and most of them have zero side effects; they are convenient to use; they are economical. While people round the world are turning towards herbal remedies for most ailments, herbal acne remedies are no exception. Though they are far more free of side effects than stronger medications of synthetic origin, care must be taken to check the ingredients so that you can rule out allergies, adverse drug reactions etc. Here are some suggestions on herbal acne remedies:

 
1. Herbal water: Herbal water is made from boiling the hair of corn husks with a couple of fenugreek seeds. You ought to cool the water and drink it one a day. In any case, drinking 8 to 10 glasses of water is considered to be good for health as well as for your acne. In the herbal water, the corn husks add the essential vitamins and minerals to the skin and the fenugreek seeds are known to prevent blackheads and acne marks.

2. Herbal face cleanser: This could be made if you boil fenugreek seeds, cleavers leaves, or burdock leaves in water and use it as a face cleanser. This mixture not only moisturizes the skin but fights wrinkles also. Fenugreek seed paste could also be made in to a herbal face mask which is very good for treating acne.

3. Herbal facial scrub: An excellent herbal face scrub which is good for acne can be made at home by mixing curds with wheat bran. It rids the skin of dry cells which act as traps for dirt and oiliness of the pores. This also acts as a natural moisturizer and supplies essential nutrients to the skin. You could also add two teaspoons of Bengal gram. After you have cleaned your face with this mixture, use green tea to wipe it off. This acts as a controller of the oil on your skin.

3. Herbal cream: There are a number of herbs which can be used as a cream which heal acne sores faster and can help in the prevention of acne scars. For instance, garlic cloves is a popular acne cream ingredient. If you dilute lavender or tea tree oil with witch hazel or rosewater, you could get relief from acne inflammation or redness caused by acne. You could also liquefy cabbage and mix it with hazel and lemon oil and make your own brand of herbal cream for treating acne.

 4. Marigold mixture: The marigold is known for is antiseptic properties as well as its capacity to enhance blood flow. You could prepare a marigold mixture by letting four ounces of dried marigolds in a sealed jar which contains two cups of vodka. Gently shake this mixture often. After 2 weeks strain the mixture and store in a dark glass bottle. Apply this marigold mixture thrice a day till your acne is fully healed.

 
These are proven herbal remedies for treating as well as preventing acne breakouts. Easily available at local food stores, these ingredients are completely harmless and can be easily made at home. Of course no acne treatment can provide you with instant results and these herbal remedies would also take its due time to bring relief.


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