Sarah El Farou

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It may surprise you that several effective acne treatments can be found in the comfort of your home, particularly in your kitchen. Certain common foods and ingredients, such as oatmeal, cucumbers, grapes, and yeast, can be combined to create a facial mask that can be used to prevent or clear acne, leaving the skin glowing, moisturized, and healthy.

Dr. Fran E. Cook-Bolden, a dermatologist and director of the Skin Specialty Group and the Ethnic Skin Specialty Group in New York, recommends the following home remedies for acne:

Cucumber Face Pack: To smoothen rough skin commonly associated with acne, Cook-Bolden suggests mashing a whole cucumber, straining the water, adding one tablespoon of sugar, and mixing it well. Please apply to the face and leave it on for ten minutes before rinsing with cold water.

Simple Honey Mask: Open up the pores by rinsing the face with warm water before applying honey and leaving it on the skin for 30 minutes. Rinse the honey off with warm water, then rinse again with cold water to close the pores.

Yeast and Yogurt Mask for Oily Skin: To reduce excess oil in oily skin, combine one teaspoon of brewer's yeast with a small amount of plain yogurt to create a thin mixture. Apply the mixture thoroughly to all oily areas and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, then close the pores with cold water.

Oatmeal Facial: For a soothing effect, mix two teaspoons of oatmeal, one teaspoon of baking soda, and enough water to make a paste. Smooth the paste all over the face and rub it in gently. Rinse thoroughly afterward.

Lemon-Egg Face Mask: This versatile acne home remedy suits any skin type. Cook-Bolden recommends squeezing half a lemon and mixing the juice with one beaten egg white. Apply the mixture to the face and leave it on overnight while sleeping. Rinse the face with warm water in the morning, keeping the raw egg mixture out of the mouth and eyes.

Turmeric Facial Mask: According to Cook-Bolden, brides in India traditionally use a turmeric mask before their wedding to achieve beautiful skin. The ingredients for this acne remedy can be found at spice markets and ethnic food stores. Mix 1/2 cup of chickpea flour and two teaspoons each of turmeric powder, sandalwood powder, ghee (clarified butter), or almond oil. Combine with enough water to make a paste. Apply and leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes, then rub with pressure with both palms and fingers to remove all the paste. Rinse well with water.

Grape Cleanser: Rub the flesh of two or three grapes cut in half over the face and neck, then rinse with cool water.

Creating homemade facial masks using common ingredients in the pantry and refrigerator can rejuvenate the skin and help clear acne. Try one or more of these acne remedies to treat pimple-prone skin and observe the skin's response.

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