26 Amazing Home remedies For Pimples

How to get rid of pimples with home remedies:

Acne, pimples are the most common problem that effect teenagers especially. Pimples on face cause lack of confidence, may of us avoid going out to functions or to any parties. And it is very embarrassing when people pose questions to you about pimples. 

Every problem has a solution and here it is!

Before you follow any home remedy it's always advisable to take skin test or patch test as few ingredients might not suit us. And at times the problem can get worse. 

It's always important to know about your body, what food suits you and what not. Because even taking food which doesn't suit your body causes pimples.  

How pimples are formed?

• Our skin has pores or tiny holes. This pores gets connected to oil glands which are located beneath the skin. Now, the glands are connected to pores via follicles. Glands are responsible for producing sebum(oily liquid). 

• Whenever skin renews old cells die and shed and new cells are formed. But if cells shed unevenly they form a clump with skin's oil.  And this traps oil and forms bacteria inside the follicle and swells. And pimples grow when these follicles get blocked. 

Tips for pimples: 

1: Turmeric and honey

Turmeric has got strong anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. This helps to reduce acne, blemishes and pimples. Anti-oxidant properties in turmeric helps to combat free radicals and delays aging process.

2. Honey and Cinnamon powder:

Honey contains hydrogen peroxide and anti-microbial properties in honey helps to kill bacteria that causes acne and pimples. Honey is natural humectant and helps to retain skin moisture and makes skin glow.

Cinnamon helps to regulate oil production on face. It has got cleansing properties and exfoliates skin dead cells. Strong anti-microbial properties of cinnamon helps to reduce acne and pimples.

Method:

Mix 1tbsp of cinnamon powder with 1tbsp of honey and apply over your face and on affected area. Leave it for 15minutes and wash with cool water.

3. Aloe vera gel:

Aloe Vera gel contains strong anti-oxidant properties, vitamin E and zinc.

Aloe Vera absorbs excess oil from skin and prevents clogged pores.

Massage aloe vera pulp on your face and on pimples. This helps in reducing pimples and makes skin brighter.

4. Nutmeg powder:

• 1tbsp of honey.
• 2tbsp of nutmeg powder.
• 2tbsp raw milk.

Mix all the ingredients well. Apply this paste for 15minutes for atleast twice a week for effective results.

5. Tulsi Leaves For Acne And Pimples: 

Tulsi also known as Holy Basil has been in use since ancient times for its medicinal and beauty purposes.

Tulsi has got anti-bacterial properties and also it helps to lighten skin blemishes causes by pimples. 

Tulsi face pack

You will need:

• 6 to 8 leaves of Tulsi.
• 2tbsp rose water. 
• 1tbsp of honey.

Blend Tulsi leaves into fine paste and add 1tbsp of honey and rose water. Mix well and apply this pack for good 20 minutes and wash with cool water.

6. Cloves:

Blend cloves to fine powder or you can even use clove oil and add tbsp honey to it . Apply the paste on pimples and scars and leave it overnight. 

7. Garlic:

Take 2 to 3 garlic cloves and crush them to fine paste. Apply this paste on pimples.

8. Sesame seeds:

Blend ground sesame seeds with water and form a 

thin paste and apply on pimples. Sesame seeds treats skin 

rashes as well.

9. Benzoyl peroxide:

Try to use face wash and creams which include benzoyl 

peroxide. As it helps to kill bacteria and slows down oil 

production from glands. 

10. Fullers earth and Neem leaves:

In a bowl combine

• 1 1/2 tbsp  fullers earth

• 2tbsp honey

• 1/2 spoon neem powder

• pinch of turmeric

Mix well and apply this paste for 20 minutes and wash off.

11. Lemon Juice and rose water:

Lemon juice has astringent properties and helps to fight acne.

 It also helps in skin whitening process. Combine lemon juice 

with rose water and with the help of cotton dab the juice all 

over your face. 

12. Potato Juice For Pimples:

Grate potatoes and extract juice. Apply this juice on pimples

 and all over face. This helps in reducing pimples and acts as

 bleaching agent and brightens skin as well.

13. Neem Paste:

Apply neem leaves paste on pimples. As neem has anti- 

bacterial and anti-fungal properties they help to fight acne 

and reduce pimples.


Neem Leaves Face Mask:

• Dry neem leaves powder.
• Rose water.

Mix the ingredients into fine paste and apply the mask on pimples, acne and blemishes. Let it dry and wash with cool water.

14. Toothpaste:

Apply toothpaste on pimples before going to bed and leave it overnight. This works amazing.

15. Cucumber Juice For Pimples:

Blend cucumber and extract juice from it. Add 1tbsp rose water to it and apply it all over your face.  This also helps in reducing dark spots caused by pimples.

16. Apple cider vinegar:

Mix 1 part of Apple cider vinegar with two parts of water and apply it on pimples. This slows down pimples and stops new one's as well.

17. Baking soda For Acne:

Mix 1tbsp of baking powder with water and form a paste. Apply it on pimples for 10 minutes and wash with water.

18. Tomatoes: 

Tomatoes contain Vitamin A and is a natural astringent. It helps in rejuvenating skin and makes skin glow. Apply tomato pulp all over your face and leave it for 20 minutes. This reduce pimples and spots caused by pimples.

19. Basil Leaves:

Basil leaves work amazingly for pimples and acne when applied regularly. Crush leaves of basil and apply the paste on pimples.

20. Ice cubes to heal pimples:

Wrap ice cube in a cloth and dab it on pimples. This helps in reducing swollen pimples.

21. Fenugreek:

Soak fenugreek seeds overnight. Blend them to a fine paste and apply on pimples and wait for 20 to 30 minute and wash off. This paste can also be applied to grow hair. 

22. Tea tree oil For Pimples.:

Tea tree oil has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-septic properties which helps to fight acne and reduce pimples.

Take 3 to 4 drops of tea tree oil along with honey and apply it on pimples for 20 to 25 minutes and wash with water. This helps in skin healing.

23. Sandalwood paste For Pimples:

Mix sandalwood powder with rose water and apply it on pimples and can also be applied all over the face. This helps to reduce pimples and also brightens skin. 

24. Egg Whites For Pimples:

Egg whites contain Lysozyme which destroy bacterial cells and infections. When egg white is applied on skin it dries fast and helps to absorb excess oil and cleanses skin.

Egg white face mask:

• Egg white.
• 2tbsp of lemon juice.

Whisk egg white very well until its fluffy and add lemon juice to it. Apply this mask all over your face and leave it for 15 minutes until it dries completely.Wash with cool water.

25. Papaya Paste For Pimples And Acne:

Papaya is a rich source of vitamin A and has strong anti-oxidant properties. Papaya's help to reduce acne, skin inflammation and blemishes caused be acne. 

Take a raw papaya and crush it. Apply papaya juice on pimples and leave it for 20 minutes and wash with water.

26. Rice water For Pimples:

Wash rice for 2 times and soak rice. Let the rice soak for 30 minutes. Use this water to wash your face. 


Apart from home remedies it's important to follow these steps:

• Drink lots of water.
• Proper workout would help in releasing toxins.
• Maintain health diet and stay away from junk and oily        food.
• Always remove makeup before going to bed.
• Wash your face regularly.
• Tie your hair so  that it doesn't fall on your face. As oily      hair can cause pimples.
•  Take multi-vitamins.
•  Do not pop or squeeze pimples as it may cause infection     and might increase acne.