Recipes to remove acne and lighten the skin

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Acne is a common skin problem that affects people of all ages, but teenagers are the most vulnerable and suffer from acne due to increased hormone levels in their bodies. Acne appears as a result of lack of sleep, great stress, unhealthy diet, etc. Acne also appears on the face, chest, back, and scalp. The article will mention some natural and easy ways to get rid of the problem of acne and lighten the skin to obtain perfect skin.

Recipes to remove acne and lighten the skin

Recipes to remove acne

Below are some recipes for removing acne:

• Sodium carbonate: Sodium carbonate or baking soda works as a natural exfoliator for the skin, as it helps open pores and remove impurities and dead skin from them. It also helps balance the pH of the skin, making it a good natural ingredient to reduce acne. Here is the setup method:
  • Method 1:
    • Ingredients:
      • One or two teaspoons of sodium carbonate.
      • a little water
    • How to prepare:
      • Mix the previous two ingredients well.
      • Apply the mixture to the face and leave for a few minutes.
      • The face is washed with water.
      • Repeat this recipe once or twice a week.
  • Method 2:
    • Ingredients:
      • Two tablespoons of sodium carbonate.
      • A teaspoon of cinnamon powder.
      • Juice of half a lemon.
      • Five tablespoons of honey.
    • How to prepare:
      • Mix the previous ingredients together well.
      • Apply the mixture to the face, leave it for five minutes, then wash it well with water.
      • Repeat this recipe once or twice a week.
• oatmeal: Oatmeal is a good natural exfoliant for the skin and reduces the appearance of acne, due to its ability to clean the skin pores and absorb excess oils from them. Here is how to prepare the recipe:
  • Ingredients:
    • A teaspoon of honey.
    • Juice of half a lemon.
    • A cup of cooked oatmeal.
  • How to prepare:
    • Mix the previous ingredients together.
    • Rub the face well with the previous mixture.
    • Leave it on the face for half an hour, then wash it with lukewarm water.
    • Repeat this recipe once or twice a week.
• Lemonade: Lemon helps treat acne because of its acidic properties, which cleanses dirt stuck in the skin's pores. Here is how to prepare the recipe:
  • Ingredients: Equal amount of lemon juice and rose water.
  • How to prepare:
    • Mix the ingredients together and wash the acne-affected areas of the face well.
    • Repeat this recipe daily to cleanse the skin.

Note: Repeat this recipe every two or three days a week for dry skin.

• tea tree oil: Tea tree oil works as an anti-bacterial that causes acne and germs. Here is the setup method:
  • Apply one drop of tea tree oil to the acne-affected area.
  • This method is repeated three times a day.

Note: For some people, tea tree oil may cause a number of side effects, such as skin irritation, redness, or severe dryness. In this case, it is preferable to dilute the oil with a little water or aloe vera gel, then apply it to the skin.

Recipes to lighten skin tone

Many people dream of having white, shiny skin free of pigmentation resulting from several factors, the most important of which are exposure to harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun and insomnia. Below are some natural recipes that lighten skin tone:

• Papaya and honey recipe: Fresh papaya has many benefits for the skin, as it contains papain and alpha hydroxy acids, which rid the skin of impurities and dead skin cells accumulated on the face, which leads to the skin glowing and lightening its color. The honey in this recipe also helps protect the skin due to its antibacterial properties. Here is the setup method:
  • Ingredients:
    • Half a cup of fresh papaya pieces.
    • A teaspoon of honey.
  • How to prepare:
    • Mash the papaya pieces well, until a thick and smooth paste is formed.
    • Add honey and mix well.
    • The mixture is placed on the face and left for 20 minutes.
    • Wash the face with warm water.
    • Wash the face again with cold water and dry it.
    • Repeat the mask once a day before going to sleep.
• Milk, lemon juice and honey recipe: Lemon juice is a natural ingredient rich in vitamin C, which has been found to have beneficial effects on the skin due to its ability to reduce the production of melanin, which is responsible for pigmenting the skin. Here is the setup method:
  • Ingredients:
    • A tablespoon of milk.
    • A tablespoon of lemon juice.
    • A teaspoon of honey.
  • How to prepare:
    • Mix the ingredients in a bowl.
    • Apply the mixture on the face after cleaning it well, then leave it for 20 minutes.
    • Wash the face with warm water.
    • This recipe is repeated in the evening before bed, day after day.
• Tomatoes, yogurt, and oatmeal: Lycopene, which is found in tomatoes and gives them their red color, has properties that protect against light and protect the skin from aging. Because tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, they are considered one of the foods that help lighten skin tone. The oatmeal in this recipe gently exfoliates the skin. Here is the setup method:
  • Ingredients:
    • A tomato.
    • A teaspoon of unflavored yogurt.
    • A teaspoon of oats.
  • How to prepare:
    • Cut the tomatoes in half, and take one or two teaspoons of its juice.
    • Place the oats in a bowl, add tomato juice and yogurt, and mix the ingredients well.
    • Cleanse the face and put the mixture on it, and leave it for 20 minutes.
    • Wash the face with warm water.
    • This recipe is repeated two to three times a week.

Medical methods to get rid of acne

There are many medical medications that can be used to get rid of acne after consulting a specialist doctor, including:

• A group of retinoids that come in the form of cream, gel, or lotion, such as Adelaine cream, and are known as Differin.
• Antibiotics that kill acne-causing bacteria and reduce skin redness.
• Creams that contain hydroquinone.