10 DIY Spot Treatments for acne

These natural and easy-to-make remedies will help reduce inflammation and clear up your skin.

Mix 1-2 drops of tea tree oil with a carrier oil and apply to affected area with a cotton swab.

Tea Tree Oil

has antibacterial properties that can help reduce acne.

Honey & Cinnamon

1. Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.  2. Apply to affected area and leave for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

Honey is antibacterial, cinnamon is anti-inflammatory; together, they reduce acne.

Mix 1 part apple cider vinegar with 3 parts water. Apply to affected area with a cotton ball.

Apple Cider Vinegar

has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce acne.

Aloe Vera

Apply fresh aloe vera gel to affected area and leave for 10-15 minutes.

has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help reduce acne.

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Crush a clove of garlic and mix with water. Apply to affected area with a cotton swab.

Garlic

has antibacterial properties that can help reduce acne.

Lemon Juice

Apply fresh lemon juice to affected area with a cotton ball. Leave for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

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has antibacterial and astringent properties that can help reduce acne.

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1. Mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder with 1 tablespoon of honey.  2. Apply to the affected area and leave for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

Turmeric & Honey

Turmeric is anti-inflammatory, honey is antibacterial; both combat acne.

Green Tea

1. Steep a green tea bag in hot water, then chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.  2. Apply to the affected area and leave for 10-15 minutes.

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contains antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and fight acne.

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1. Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with water to make a paste.  2. Apply to affected area and leave for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water. 

Baking Soda

has exfoliating and anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce acne.

Witch Hazel

Apply witch hazel to affected area with a cotton ball.

has anti-inflammatory and astringent properties that can help reduce acne.