10 Homemade Masks To Treat Acne

Pimples are the worst or embarrassing thing we all get especially during puberty age. Acne (Acne vulgaris) is a chronic condition which is most commonly occurs on the face, neck, shoulders, chest, and back. Acne is the most common among adolescents but it can persist into adulthood and during pregnancy.

Acne (Acne vulgaris) is non-contagious, chronic, inflammatory condition of the skin caused due to blocked hair follicles with oil (sebum) and dead skin cells. It is usually associated with hormonal fluctuation during the teenage years.

There are various types of acne from simple to severe form. Usually, oily skin is more prone to acne than dry skin. Acne doesn’t just affect people’s skin but impacts their quality of life too.

# Turmeric Acne Mask

A turmeric face mask is naturally antiseptic, antibacterial, and works wonders at soothing inflamed acneic skin.

Organic apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon of organic, raw honey (preferably Manuka honey)
Milk

Method

Apply vinegar to a cotton ball and swipe all over the skin. Wait about five minutes before you apply the mask. Mix the turmeric powder with the honey. Use your clean hands to apply the mask, avoiding the eye area. Let the mask sit for 15-20 minutes then rinse with warm water. If the turmeric powder leaves a yellowish tint on the skin, use a milk-soaked cotton ball to go over stained areas. Mask can be used twice a week.

# Avocado and Lemon Spot Treatment Mask

Avocado stimulates collagen production, which aids in cell regeneration. Avocado is also loaded with anti-inflammatory hydrating fats that won’t clog pores. The honey is antibacterial while the lemon juice lightens hyperpigmentation.

1 ripe avocado
1 tablespoon raw honey
Half of a lemon

Method

Mash one ripe avocado until smooth, mix in 1 tablespoon of honey and squeeze the half lemon. Mix together thoroughly and apply as spot treatment or to affected areas. If you have sensitive skin, use less lemon or skip it altogether. Leave on for 5-10 minutes. Due to the photosensitivity of lemon, apply this mask in the evening.

# Honey & Baking Soda Face Mask

Combine anti-inflammatory baking soda with exfoliating lemon juice and soothing honey for an easy, effective acne-fighting face mask.

1 teaspoon lemon
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon baking soda

Method

Add lemon juice, honey and baking soda to a small bowl. Mix well and apply over the face and neck. Avoid the area near your eyes (lemon juice and honey will both sting). Don’t turn this into a scrub by rubbing it into your skin. After 15 minutes, remove the mask with warm water, then with cold water.

# Apple Cider Vinegar & Clay Face Mask

Clay draws out impurities from the pores while the natural acids in apple cider vinegar address acne by gently slough away dead skin cells.

1 tablespoon clay
1 probiotic capsule
2 tablespoons raw apple cider vinegar

Method

Combine clay and probiotic powder in a small bowl. Add the ACV to make a paste. It’s okay to use more, if needed, to get a smooth, spreadable consistency. With clean fingers spread over face and let sit for 15 minutes. Rinse with cool water and apply moisturizer.

# Charcoal and Aloe Face Mask

Charcoal absorbs excess oil while aloe is soothing and anti-inflammatory, making it an ideal ingredient to add to any acne mask.

1 tablespoon activated charcoal
1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
Plus 1 drop of tea tree oil

Method

Mix ingredients together in small bowl and use your finger to mix together before applying to the skin. In circular motions, work the charcoal mixture around your face for 1 minute then let the mask sit for 10-15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.

# Garlic & Milk Face Mask

Garlic works to prevent clogged pores, kill off acne-causing bacteria and reduce inflammation. Garlic can sting if applied directly to the skin so dilute it in water, jojoba oil or aloe vera first. Jojoba hydrates without clogging pores while whole milk gently exfoliates.

1 clove garlic, crushed and finely minced
1 teaspoon jojoba oil
2 tablespoons whole milk (can also use honey or aloe vera)

Method

Combine garlic and jojoba oil in a small bowl. Then slowly add the milk (or honey or aloe) until you have a smooth consistency. Wear the mask for 5-10 minutes then gently exfoliate the skin as you rinse with warm water.

# Probiotic Acne Mask

This mask calms skin with naturally anti-inflammatory cucumbers and additional probiotics to nourish your skin’s microbiome. Cucumber seeds are rich in potassium and vitamin E, which help reduce blemishes.

1/2 cucumber, pureed
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 probiotic capsule

Method

Combine the ingredients in a small bowl and apply to a clean face with clean hands. Avoid the eye area. Leave the mask on for 15 minutes and then rinse with warm water. Follow with toner and moisturizer.

# Nutmeg Spot Treatment Mask

Combine three acne fighters to shrink a pimple fast without leaving your skin dry or flaky.

1 aspirin
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon plain yogurt

Method

Mix one crushed aspirin, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and 1 tablespoon of yogurt together to make a paste and gently dab on the zit. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes and rinse with warm water.

# Raw Honey Spot Treatment Mask

One ingredient treatments are our favorite! Honey has so many uses and fighting acne is a powerful one. Just dab honey (manuka is ideal) directly on the blemish to not only fight bacteria but also calm inflammation and redness. Leave on for 10-15 minutes and then rinse with warm water.

# Tea Tree Acne Mask

Tea tree is one of the best essential oils to use against acne thanks to its natural zit-fighting antibacterial properties.

2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
2 drops tea tree oil
1 egg white

Method

Whip egg white in a small bowl, then add aloe and tea tree oil. Apply to face with fingertips or facial brush. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. The aloe soothes inflamed skin while the tea tree attacks bacteria in the pores.