Pimples and acne are two of the most prevalent and annoying skin problems.  Most people have been in the situation at some point where an ugly red spot appears the day before having an important date or event.  So the important question is: can anything be done about this without having to pay for expensive medication?  Yes, there absolutely is!  Try out some of the following natural and simple home remedies to help you fight off those annoying pimples of yours.

Aspirin

Since aspirin is an anti-inflammatory, it can be a very inexpensive and quick way to reduce pimples.  The other advantage to aspirin is that usually, it is something that you will have at home already.  The easiest way of using it is to make a paste made from 1 part aspirin and three parts water.  After the paste has thickened, use a Q-tip to apply it onto the aggravated area of your skin.  It will take around a half an hour for the paste to hard and to start flaking off.  This will be your clue that it is time to wipe off the past using a wash cloth or wet tissue.

Go for a swim

If you happen to have access to a pool, try swimming.  Chlorine dries out your skin, which helps to get rid of pimples.  To prevent damage you just need to make sure to thoroughly moisturize the other parts of your skin as well as condition your hair.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera offers three benefits.  It cools down your skin, which feels really good, and also removes oil from your skin and reduces the redness and inflammation of pimples. If you want to look for cleansers but aren’t too sure what to look for, then click here. This site has plenty of reviews on the best items for getting rid of acne.

Toothpaste

If you have a huge pimple that needs to be taken care of quickly, then a good option is to use toothpaste.  Since it contains silica, it is quite effective since this is that same substance used in beef jerky bags for keeping out the moisture.  Therefore, toothpaste can actually reduce the size and dry out pimples overnight.  Just apply some toothpaste to the affected area before you go to sleep, and then in the morning wash it off.

Honey

Honey is not only delicious, but it is also a natural antibiotic.  This makes it ideal for reducing and healing pimples.  Also, its sticky nature helps to remove impurities and excess dirt from your skin.  You can make a simple mask using honey.  Mix one teaspoon of cinnamon with two tablespoons of honey and apply this mask to your face.  It may get a bit messy.  Let the mixture set on your face for approximately ten minutes before you use warm water to rinse it off.

Garlic

Garlic is great for fighting acne since it does contain high levels of antioxidants along with its anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.  There are two different ways that garlic can be used for clearing up acne.  The first method is actually a preventative measure, which is just to incorporate more garlic into your diet.  That helps to improve your general health in addition to purifying your blood, which helps to prevent future break-outs from occurring.  To achieve results immediately, peel a clove of garlic and then rub it onto the affected area of your skin several times per day. If you have sensitive skin, crush the garlic and then mix it up with water before applying it.

Steam

Steam can be very useful when it comes to treating acne since it helps to open up the pores in your skin, which prevent them from becoming clogged.  In addition, steam also detoxifies and moisturizes your skin for even more benefits.

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