There are simple ways (including lifestyle habits) to treat acne which are not necessarily expensive or rigorous to follow.
3 fast natural ways to treat acne
Acne is a common problem, it pops up when least expected. Acne is more common in oily skin which is forever prone to blemishes because of the amount of oil it secretes.
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From using strawberries, cucumbers, turmeric powder and more, these three fast remedies work great for acne and fast too!
1. Milk and Nutmeg
Mix milk and nutmeg together to form a paste, then apply the mix to places you have acne/breakouts.
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The paste helps dry out the breakouts fast, its therapeutic as well and you can use this mix daily if you do, you should notice an improvement in about a week!
2. Cucumber
Chop cucumber into a past and apply this paste on your face. Leave the paste on for about forty minutes then rinse off with.
Apart from the great smell cucumber has, it helps prevents acne/breakouts if incorporated into a daily routine.
3. Mint Juice
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Mint juice works wonders for skin. It works well for acne/breakouts. Apply mint juice all over your face and leave it on for thirty minutes. Wash the juice off with lukewarm water.
Do not leave this juice on for more than thirty minutes and rinse off completely because it can make the skin overly dry.
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