More Than A Number

Acne outbreaks can be difficult to deal with and finding the right remedy can be costly. Some treatments don’t really work while others are too harsh for your skin and make the situation even worse. Trying out natural remedies is an option you might want to consider.

Some of the best natural remedies include drinking a lot of water. This helps to flush toxins out of your system. Get plenty of exercise and make sure you are on a healthy diet. In most cases, these tips will curtail your acne outbreaks to a great deal, and most importantly don’t cost you any extra money. Acne outbreaks are caused by puberty or other chemical imbalances, and thus consulting a doctor for severe outbreaks is important.

These natural acne remedies might just work for you:

- Lemon Juice – the citric acid in lemon juice kills the bacteria and doesn’t damage your skin. Astringents contain alcohol which does. They contain alcohol because it means a longer shelf life for the product.
- Oatmeal – another successful natural remedy for acne, it is great at cleaning out pores and makes the texture of your skin wonderful. Cook the oatmeal using not milk, but water. Let it cool and then apply to your face. Leave it on for around 20 minutes and then wash off. Don’t scrub your skin. Pat your face dry. Do this about twice a week.

These two natural remedies can lead to a clear and blemish free skin, saving money on creams and other products offered on the market.