hIf anything could surprise you in the very least convenient and unexpected times, it's those annoying little (and sometimes gigantic) pimples that pop up right before a big day. And no matter what you do they won't budge for a good week, or worse will get bigger and bigger for an eternity.
So before you get the urge to squeeze the little monster, let me share with you not 1 but 20 things you can find at your comfort zone that will help treat any zit over night. All the mentioned treatments will act just as good (or even better) as all those expensive acne gels in the market by shrinking the zit overnight without damaging, drying or scarring the skin.
You can use a q-tip to place most of these mentioned ingredients, however if you feel it is too liquidy, try soaking a piece of cotton in the treatment and leaving it on the face for the instructed duration.
1. Lemon juice
Lemons are one of the most effective astringents that will dry out the pimple 100% naturally. It also has natural anti-bacterial properties which will prevent further inflammation of the pimple while reducing the excess redness of the skin. Spot treat for good 30 mins to an hour and if it stings, you know it's working! However do not keep the juice overnight as it might cause irritation and burning for very sensitive skin.
2. Toothpaste
This out of all the 20 is my favorite! Basic toothpaste contains a an ingredient named Triclosan which used to be in most acne products. Triclosan and hydrogen peroxide act as antibacterials by killing the bacteria and shrinking the pimple within minutes. Again just like lemons, toothpaste too can burn the sin if exposed to sensitive skins for a longer periods of time due it's bleach content.
3. Garlic
Cut a garlic in half and rub the juice on the pimple. The antibacterial properties will effortlessly shrink it out.
4. Cinnamon
One of the best astringents with major anti-inflammatory benefits. Apply a blob of cinnamon paste (mix with honey instead of water for added benefits) and the results will amaze you.
5. Potato
Grate a raw potatoe and rub it on the zit and leave it overnight.
6. Aloevera
Aloevera is well known for it's soothing, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits that's amazing for any acne prone skin. It's also best at reducing any redness and decrease inflammatory swellings. You can preserve a leaf in the fridge for at least a week. Apply the cold gel on the zit or the affected areas and leave it to do it's magic overnight.
7. Tea tree oil
Benzoyle Peroxide is a key ingredient in many acne treatments. And studies have proved tea tree oil got similar acne fighting properties as benzoyle peroxide. Tea tree oil is the most effective essential oil that fights all types of acne without any harsh side effects that other acne medications possess.
100% pure tea tree oil can be a bit strong for your entire face so spot treatments works the best and is recommended.
8. Aspirin
Aspirin tablets are packed with salycilic acid which is found in most acne treatments. It will effectively fight any acne while drying the zit, reducing the inflammations and bacteria buildups.
Powder a tablet and make a paste using water or honey before applying on the affected area.
9. Apple cider
Malic and lactic acids in apple cider helps with exfoliating and treating acne while reducing the redness. Apple cider is also used as a very effective DIY acne toner around the world. Dip a q-tip in the cider and gently apply on the zits and let it treat overnight.
10. Egg White
Egg whites are packed with vitamins and proteins that is best at absorbing excess sebum off the face. It also combats acne by shrinking it effortlessly.
Whip up some white and apply on the affected area. You can either keep this on for 1 hour or overnight depending on how dry and sensitive your skin is.
11. Salt
Salt naturally dries out and shrinks pimples instantly. The oil reducing ability of salt helps reduce any sebum that helps with bacteria buildup. So for best results use a paste of salt and lemon juice as a treatment and keep it overnight.
12. Ice cubes
Ice as obvious as it sounds reduce the activity of grossly developing zits by reducing it's size and redness. The smaller it shrinks the less life span it has. Keep an ice cube on a zit for 5 minutes or at regular intervals for best results.
13. Orange peel
Orange peel's high content of vitamin C, citric acid, and astringent properties will shrink up acne while fighting the clogged bacteria once applied on the zits. The vitamin C further will help with the growth of new cells which promotes healing of the skin.
Make a paste of orange peel and water/ honey and leave on face for 30 min-1 hour.
14. Baking Soda
This amazing multi-purpose baking soda , also known as sodium bicarbonate is one of the best DIY acne ingredients for a reason. It's antiseptic properties fight off fungi and bacteria that are clogged on in the pimples. Once massaged on to the skin, baking soda also acts as an exfoliator by removing the dead skin cells and promoting new skin growth.
Make a paste of baking soda and water (better benefits would be seen with honey or lemon juice). Apply on the pimple and leave it on for 10 minutes. Once the time is up, gently massage it to exfoliate the area.
15. Banana peel
Lutein, an extremely powerful antibacterial ingredient in the banana peel will reduce swelling and fight the inflammation caused by the acne. Rub a fresh banana peel, or a paste of it and let it sit on the face for 30 minutes before rinsing it off.
16. Mint leaves
Mint helps in removing the sebum that clogs the pores resulting in the swelling of acne. The cooling properties of menthol will further reduce the swelling, fight inflammation and help with the awful throbbing discomfort.
Make a paste using water or honey and let it sit on the pimple for 30 minutes or overnight.
17. Tomato
The vitamin A and C in tomatoes are highly found in most acne treatments. The acidity effectively controls the oil production and shrinks the acne by acting as an astringent.
Apply fresh tomato paste or juice on your pimple for a few hours to see it's results.
18. Papaya
Papaya, an essential natural beauty ingredient contains the enzyme papin that reduces inflammation and helps in preventing pus formation.
Apply papaya on the infected area and let it sit for an hour or overnight.
19. Cloves
Clove is an effective Ayurvedic acne treatment that contains high concentrations of anti-fungal and antibacterial benefits in it.
Grind some cloves and make a paste using honey or water. Apply and let it sit for an hour or so. If you can find clove oil, it will work just as well as a spot oil treatment.
20. Turmeric
Turmeric is also an amazing acne treating ingredient that is concentrated with anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. The brightening benefits of it will further prevent any scar from forming once the acne shrinks.
Make a paste using honey and let it sit for an hour to treat the acne .
All the mentioned all natural ingredients are safe for any sensitive and dry skin if you treat it as instructed. However, if you don't see results overnight try one more night or you can always switch to another ingredient. Remember every skin is unique in it's own way, so don't be too bummed if it doesn't work within a few hours or if some of these ingredients won't work for you at all. But Hipogirl swears at least one of these miracle ingredients will definitely help your skin out.
Until next time,
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Great blog post
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