Tired of having spotty, acne-prone skin? You’re not alone. Most people want healthy, glowing skin, and many struggles to achieve that goal by spending hundreds of dollars on over-the-counter products with minimal results, only to end up worse off than when they started their search for the perfect skincare routine. While it’s true that many of these products can be useful and effective in the short term, they don’t tend to give you long-lasting results that will help your skin remain as clear and smooth as you would like it to be in the long run.
Here are some herbs that will surely give you a glowing, spotless, and acne-free face.
Let's have a look at them.
Turmeric
Turmeric, commonly used in India for its antioxidant properties, contains curcumin which has been found to be a natural remedy for those suffering from acne-free skin. Studies have shown that adding turmeric to your diet can help reduce and eliminate acne on your face. This works well when mixed with lemon juice. These ingredients together will keep acne at bay while also eliminating inflammation and redness. Mix one teaspoon of turmeric powder with half a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and apply it to your face. Leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. You can do this once or twice a week as needed.
Neem
Neem is a traditional medicine that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for skin, hair, toothache, and many other ailments. It will help to clear up your acne breakouts, it’s also anti-fungal so you won’t get those annoying whiteheads that seem impossible to get rid of. Neem oil is also very good for reducing redness around pimples and making your skin look spotless. You can use Neem oil directly on your face or dilute it with some coconut oil or aloe vera gel if you have sensitive skin. You can even use Neem powder as a face mask once or twice a week! It will leave your skin feeling smooth and soft. Try mixing 2 tablespoons of turmeric powder with 2 tablespoons of Neem powder, add just enough water to make a paste then apply it all over your face for about 10 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. This face pack will make your skin radiant, clean, and even in tone.
Brahmi
Brahmi is one of India’s most powerful herb remedies. It’s often prescribed to people who suffer from insomnia, depression, or anxiety. Brahmi oil is also used for both preventing and reducing wrinkles on your face. But what makes Brahmi so beneficial for healthy skin? Brahmi contains antioxidants that fight free radicals in your body, a common cause of aging skin cells. Regular application of Brahmi oil also reduces redness, spots, and pimples on your face. What’s more, it improves blood circulation and increases collagen production in your skin. As a result, you get clear, glowing skin without any breakouts. In fact, regular use of Brahmi leaves your skin radiant with good health. Soak a cotton pad in Brahmi juice or add a few drops of Brahmi tincture to your face wash for a flawless clear complexion.
Basil
Basil is a natural skin moisturizer. It keeps your skin hydrated throughout the day and helps in restoring collagen as well. Basil leaves are filled with antioxidants that fight off toxins like pollution, cigarette smoke, dust particles, etc. that clog up your pores. This herb not only gives you glowing skin but also helps in reducing pimples! You can consume basil by adding it to salads or cooking it in your favorite dishes. The juice of basil leaves can be applied to acne-prone areas of the face twice daily for clear skin. You can also add dried basil to any homemade facial mask for glowing skin. It removes blackheads effectively.
There are two varieties of basil - sweet and Thai. Sweet basil has green-colored leaves while the Thai variety has purple-colored leaves. Both have medicinal properties however Thai variety is more popular among consumers because of its strong fragrance and flavor. Basil oil extracted from fresh basil leaves has a soothing effect on tired muscles, migraine headaches, asthma, nausea, heartburn, and flatulence. When consumed regularly it boosts immunity levels in the human body against common colds and coughs.
Saffron
Saffron is one of those herbs that have been around for centuries. This herb is used to make natural skincare products as well as many other household products. Saffron helps in glowing, clear, and spotless skin. It also lightens acne scars by stimulating new cell growth. Some of you might be wondering how? Saffron does so by increasing blood circulation in your face thus making it glow again! You can use saffron powder or saffron essential oil to get glowing skin. The oil is better as it moisturizes your skin along with getting rid of dark spots. To use saffron for getting spotless skin add a few drops of saffron essential oil to rosewater or milk cream and apply on your face at night before going to bed. The next morning wash off with cold water. Use regularly for the best results!
Licorice root
Most natural skin-care experts recommend licorice root as a way to detoxify your skin. It’s also a great, natural way to clear up your skin if you have blemishes. Licorice root is a potent antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties as well, making it one of my favorite ingredients for achieving beautiful, spotless skin naturally.
You can add it to homemade masks or make tea with it by steeping two tablespoons of root in hot water for five minutes.
Rosemary
Rose marries are a very popular herb in India for face packs. It is effective in curing pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, wrinkles, dark circles, etc. It gives an instant glow to your skin and also cures acne markings on your face. The most important thing about rose marries is that it improves blood circulation in your body which leads to a glowing face. You can use rose marry powder or you can take its juice if you want to get rid of all kinds of spots on your face. If you are using rosemary powder then mix two spoons of honey with one spoon of rose marry powder and apply it on your face daily at night before going to bed so that you will get spotless skin in just three days. Do not forget to wash your face with water after applying it.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood powder is rich in antioxidants and antibacterial properties that help treat acne, psoriasis, stretch marks, dark spots caused by sun exposure, etc. It also helps tighten your skin and improve its elasticity. You can make a face pack with sandalwood powder, milk, rose water, and turmeric to get rid of all your skin problems naturally. Mix together one teaspoon of sandalwood powder, milk, rose water, and turmeric to make a paste. Apply it on your face for 15 minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water. Do it once every day for the best results
Green tea
Green tea is one of those well-known herbs that will help you get spotless skin naturally. It contains epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which not only helps fight free radicals but also increases blood flow to your face. Blood circulation to your face makes it clear, helping you get rid of acne spots. Boil a handful of green tea leaves in water for about 10 minutes. Let it cool down completely before using a cotton ball to apply to your face. You can store it in the refrigerator for later use as well. This remedy is especially effective when used with apple cider vinegar. The anti-inflammatory properties of green tea reduce redness and irritation, while apple cider vinegar works as an astringent to remove excess oil from your pores. Mix equal amounts of both ingredients together and dab onto your face with a cotton ball every night before going to bed. Wash off with warm water in the morning; do not wash off with soap or any other cleanser since they tend to dry out your skin even more.
