1. Keep Your Skin Clean (But Not Stripped)
Over-washing or using harsh soaps can dry out your skin and trigger even more oil production.
Use a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser twice a day to remove excess oil, dirt, and bacteria without disrupting your skin barrier.
2. Try Tea Tree Oil (in Diluted Form)
Tea tree oil has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Mix 1 drop tea tree oil with 9 drops of a carrier oil (like jojoba or coconut oil) and dab it on pimples with a cotton swab.
- Never apply it undiluted—it can cause irritation.
3. Aloe Vera for Soothing
Aloe vera gel is rich in antioxidants and has healing, calming properties.
- Apply pure aloe vera gel directly to inflamed areas.
- It helps reduce redness, speed up healing, and hydrate skin without clogging pores.
4. Green Tea (Topical or Oral)
Green tea is packed with polyphenols that reduce sebum and inflammation.
- Use skincare products with green tea extract, or
- Brew green tea, let it cool, and use it as a refreshing facial rinse.
- Drinking green tea regularly may also support overall skin health.
5. Honey as a Spot Treatment
Raw honey has natural antibacterial and healing properties.
- Dab a small amount on pimples and leave it on for 15–20 minutes before rinsing.
- Manuka honey is especially effective.
6. Balance Diet & Lifestyle
Your skin often reflects what’s happening inside your body.
- Eat more whole foods, fruits, vegetables, and omega-3s (salmon, chia seeds, walnuts).
- Limit sugary, highly processed foods that can spike insulin and worsen breakouts.
- Stay hydrated and get enough sleep—stress and fatigue can trigger acne flare-ups.
7. Gentle Exfoliation
Dead skin cells can clog pores, leading to pimples. Instead of harsh scrubs:
- Try natural chemical exfoliants like lactic acid (gentle AHA) from fermented foods or mild fruit enzyme masks.
- Stick to 1–2 times per week to avoid irritation.