Simple Home Remedies For Pimples

Pimples on the face can be really embarrassing and some people have spent fortune on expensive creams and medications to treat them without success. Here are some simple home remedies that can do wonders in treating those stubborn pimples on the face.

Honey

Honey, a natural antibiotic is one of the best home remedies for acne and scratchy pimples. If you want to speed up the healing process of pimples, honey is the best option. Apply it on the pimple and after half an hour, wash it off with warm water and then dab dry with a towel.

Fresh lemon juice

Fresh lemon juice can help make pimples dry up faster particularly for those that have got oily skin. Use a cotton swab and apply lemon juice not on the entire face but on top of the pimple before bed time and then, wash off gently in the morning.

Ice cubes

Wrap an ice cube in a cloth (to ensure that it doesn’t burn the skin) and hold it to the pimples. It will help improve blood circulation and remove dirt and oil in the skin.  Ice is a good remedy that yields fast results, especially for big bumps.

Toothpaste

Following the ice remedy apply some toothpaste straight on the pimple, leave it on for at least half an hour for effective result and then wash it off gently with clean water.

Yogurt and honey

Pimples on a very dry skin can make an awful sight. Mix yogurt with a bit of honey and make a little face mask of the mixture. In addition to the health benefits of honey, the yogurt will reduce the pain and leave your skin feeling soft.

Coconut oil

Coconut oil has wonderful antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti-frugal properties and can do wonders for your skin. Use a cotton swab of coconut oil and dab the face. Leave for half an hour and then clean off. It will clean and hydrate the face deep within and will not throw off the skin’s natural balance.

Steam

If clogged pores are the problem, steam is the best option. Fill a bowl with hot water and hold it under the face for a few minutes at a time. Repeat for two or three times a day. This remedy will open up the clogged pores and help get rid of oils, dirt and bacteria deep within.