5 Natural Face Masks for Acne Prone Skin
Acne prone skin at all ages is a problem. Clinical treatments or intervention by specialists are expensive. You may also be troubled by the thought of how safe and effective the treatment can be. Therefore, you may want a natural treatment done at the privacy of your home that can treat acne and its scars. These are also masks that are made from ingredients that are easily available. Let us look at some such natural face masks that offer relief to acne prone skin.
1. Oatmeal, yogurt, lemon
Mix together one tablespoon each of oatmeal and yogurt. Introduce a few drops of lemon juice and apply this paste on your face. Leave it to dry for at least 20 minutes before washing off with cold water. Using this mask at least three times a week will help to control acne formation and also minimize visible acne scars.
2. Honey
Honey is a great product for all types of skin. If you can manage to get hold of 100% organic honey, there is a lot you can give your skin in terms of replenishment and treatment. Take as much honey as required to generously apply all over your face. Do not dilute; instead use it as is. Let the product seep into the pores and do its work for at least 15 minutes. Wash off with water. Honey, however, has the nature to dry skin. Therefore, if your face feels dry post the application, use a moisturizer suitable for your skin type to seal in the moisture after washing your face.
3. Cucumber
Cucumber is a great vegetable for your skin as well as your body. Therefore, most salons and spas offer cucumber facials and masks as a part of healthy skin regime. There is nothing like fresh cucumber juice to treat and soothe acne affected skin. Apply the fresh juice on your face generously and allow it to dry. Subsequently rinse it off with cold water. In time, acne and resultant scars begin to diminish.
