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- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:39 am
- Forum: general women's health
- Topic: Stretchmark Remedy
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8420
Stretchmark Remedy
Potato juice contains vitamins and minerals that foster growth and restoration of skin cells. Cut a medium-sized potato into thick slices. Take one of the potato pieces and rub it gently on the stretch marks for a few minutes. Make sure the starch from the potato covers the affected area. Allow the ...
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:37 am
- Forum: acne treatments
- Topic: Benefits of Lemon Juice
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5766
Benefits of Lemon Juice
Lemon juice can help get rid of acne for some reasons; It is rich in vitamin C, which is good for all types of skin, and it’s a citric acid, so it helps exfoliate the skin as well. Most importantly though, it is an astringent. An astringent will cause a contraction of body tissues, and will therefor...
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:35 am
- Forum: general acne discussions
- Topic: Blackheads
- Replies: 11
- Views: 8976
Re: Blackheads
Green tea can also be used to treat blackheads. Mix one teaspoon of dry green tea leaves with a little water to make a paste. Gently scrub the paste over the affected area for two to three minutes. This scrub deep cleans oily skin and helps unclog pores. Rinse it off with lukewarm water.
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:34 am
- Forum: acne treatments
- Topic: Aloe Vera Gel
- Replies: 9
- Views: 11214
Aloe Vera Gel
The soothing and anti-inflammatory properties in aloe vera can treat acne in a matter of a few days. Aloe vera gel is also helpful in healing the scars caused by acne. You can buy aloe vera gel from the market or get pure aloe vera gel by cutting a leaf off an aloe vera plant and squeezing the gel f...
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:33 am
- Forum: acne treatments
- Topic: Natural Remedy for Blackheads
- Replies: 3
- Views: 8339
Natural Remedy for Blackheads
The balancing quality present in honey is good for both oily skin and blackheads. Honey hydrates as well as tightens the skin pores, giving you a clear complexion. Apply some pure honey on your face. Leave it on for about 10 minutes. Rinse your face with lukewarm water.
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:32 am
- Forum: acne treatments
- Topic: Benefits of Papaya
- Replies: 3
- Views: 7160
Benefits of Papaya
Plain raw papaya is an all-natural acne remedy that removes dead skin cells and excess lipids from the surface of the skin, leaving it soft and smooth. Lipids are a general term for fats, of which oil is a form of. Papaya also contains an enzyme called papain, which reduces inflammation and helps pr...
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:31 am
- Forum: acne treatments
- Topic: 10 Tips for Preventing Acne
- Replies: 22
- Views: 26470
Re: 10 Tips for Preventing Acne
Wash your face twice a day with a facial wash that suit your skin type. Always keep your surrounding clean and change your pillowcase regularly. Exercise at least 5 times a week to flush the toxins in your body. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration or dryness. Hydrate your skin using facial ma...
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:29 am
- Forum: acne treatments
- Topic: Apple Cider Vinegar
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3834
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a powerhouse when it comes to acting as an acne remedy. It kills off the bacteria that may be causing all the trouble in the first place. It also becomes alkaline, and balances the pH of your skin, which in turn makes it harder for bacteria to thrive.
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:27 am
- Forum: acne treatments
- Topic: Tea Tree Oil
- Replies: 10
- Views: 28878
Tea Tree Oil
Another popular natural treatment for acne is tea tree oil. Tea tree oil acts like an antiseptic and disinfects the pores. In addition, it helps kill the bacteria that cause acne. Just apply one drop of tree tea oil to the affected area three times a day. If the application of undiluted tea tree oil...
- Mon Jan 12, 2015 9:26 am
- Forum: general acne discussions
- Topic: natural cure for acne
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9104
Re: natural cure for acne
The acidic property of lemons can be very useful in treating acne. Lemon will clean out dirt that has accumulated in the pores and will harden the sebum. You can use it on your skin daily but if it is too drying then use it every two or three days. Rub a slice of lemon on the affected area and leave...