Most people in the would have had to deal with skin problems, like acne, at some point in their lives. For this reason, there is a large market for acne treatment products. Even though there are many OTC drugs for acne problems, there are other alteratives.

Home remedies and natural treatments have recently become a popular choice for acne sufferers. As with any treatment, some home remedies are just myths but some are very effective. In this article, however, we will first focus on the primary causes of acne and then on the more effective natural treatments for acne.

What causes acne?

Basically, acne is a skin condition where the pores of the skin become clogged. When the pores clog, they produce inflamed and non-inflamed lesions. What is it that leads to the clogging?

The basic answer is genetics. If both parents have acne, there is a 75% chance of their children having it. Other factors such as stress, sun exposure, seasonal changes and climate can worsen an already existing acne problem. Tests have shown that working women are the most prone to acne breakouts because they lead high stress lives and tend to use more pore-clogging makeup.

Natural Acne Treatments

There is a wide variety of over-the-counter drugs available for acne problems. However, we should not overlook natural acne skin care. These are a few alternatives.

Grated Cucumber: Remedy 1

Cucumber is one of the most effective natural products for the treatment of acne. For this remedy, apply grated cucumber over your face, eyes and neck for about 20 minutes. It will soothe your skin, reduce swelling and, if used regularly, it will eliminate blackheads and clogged pores.

Aspirin Paste: Remedy 2

Aspirin is an inexpensive and easy to use pimple treatment. Make a paste by adding one or two drops of water on an aspirin tablet and apply it directly to the lesion. The paste will dry out the pimple within a few hours.

Orange Peels: Remedy 3

Another inexpensive treatment can be found in orange peels. Use a mortar and pestle to pound the orange peel. Place the pounded peels on the affected areas.

These natural home remedies work best on pimple and mild acne. If you have severe acne, like cystic acne, consult with a professional. You should always treat chronic acne with the seriousness it deserves.