There are several ways to use aloe vera alone or in combination to treat acne. Try one of the natural acne remedies described below to improve the appearance of your skin.
Aloe Vera alone
This process is very effective in the treatment of acne and scars.
Process 1:
- Wash your face with antibacterial soap. Dries completely.
- Remove the gel from an aloe vera leaf.
- Apply the extracted gel to cleansed and affected skin.
- Leave it overnight and wash it with water the next morning.
- Repeat every day.
- Aloe vera gel or juice like this can also be used.
- Alternative method:
- Mix the Aloe Vera Gel with water.
- Apply to the affected skin with a cotton pad.
- Wash with water after 1 hour. Repeat regularly.
Process 2: Aloe Vera Cooking
- Pour the boiling water over the crumbled leaves of the aloe vera.
- Herve for at least 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow the solution to cool.
- Use this liquid to clean the affected skin.
- Repeat twice in one day.
Aloe Vera with lemon juice
This mask not only helps to blot out acne scars, but also works to achieve a more radiant skin.
Process 1:
- Mix a few drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice into 1 – 2 teaspoons of aloe vera gel or juice.
- Apply to affected skin and leave on for 10 minutes or overnight.
- Wash with warm water followed by cold water.
- Tipp: You can also add a few drops of thermal water if you have sensitive skin.
- Alternatively, lime or grapefruit juice can also be used.
Process 2: With protein
- Mix one egg white (beaten), 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice into 2 tablespoons of chopped aloe vera pulp.
- Apply like a mask and wash off with water after drying.
- Continue to apply this mixture regularly.
- Tipp: Lemon and protein can dry out the skin, which can aggravate acne. That is why we recommend applying an oil-free moisturizer after rinsing the mixture.
Aloe Vera with honey
Honey contains anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antibiotic properties. It also contains minerals, antioxidants and vitamins that help the skin. The combination of honey and aloe vera is most effective in the treatment of acne.
Process 1:
- Mix one tablespoon of Aloe Vera Gel and one tablespoon of honey in a bowl.
- Apply to the pimples and leave on for 20 minutes.
- Rinse with water and caress the skin.
- Apply any oil-free moisturizer.
- Tipp: You can add ½ teaspoons of rose water or a pinch of turmeric for additional benefits.
Process 2:
- Cook a fresh Aloe Vera leaf in water for 5-7 minutes.
- Mash the leaf and add a tablespoon of honey.
- Stir well and apply to the affected skin areas.
- Gently massage in for 3-5 minutes.
- Leave for 20 – 30 minutes and rinse with cold water.
- Repeat this process regularly.
Aloe Vera Mask with sugar and milk
This is the perfect anti-acne combination that not only fights acne, but also illuminates, hydrates and soothes the most reactive skin. Sugar contains glycolic acid, which promotes cell renewal. It also acts as a moisturizer to block moisture. Milk helps to tighten and soothe the skin.
- Mix one tablespoon of sugar into 1/2 tablespoon of milk until the sugar dissolves.
- Add two tablespoons of Aloe Vera Gel.
- Stir all these ingredients together and apply this mixture as a mask to the affected skin.
- Allow to dry for approx. 20 – 30 minutes.
- Rinse your face with warm, dry water.
- Apply the moisturizer and repeat this process regularly.
Aloe Vera with cosmetic clay
This method is widely used to cure, cleanse and dry pimples and inflammations.
- Mix one tablespoon of clay (white or pink) and fresh aloe vera juice.
- Stir well to obtain a fine paste.
- Apply to the skin and leave on for 15-20 minutes.
- Rinse the mask with cold water and dab dry skin.
- Repeat the application of this Aloe mask clay regularly.
Aloe Vera with tea tree oil
Tea tree oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties that kill the bacteria that cause pimples.
- Mix a few drops of tea tree oil (you can find it in any herbalist) in a spoonful of Aloe Vera Gel.
- Apply to the affected skin and leave on for 20-30 minutes.
- Wash with water and dry.
- Repeat this process regularly.
We hope that these natural acne remedies will help you to improve the appearance of your skin.