Dealing with breakouts is never easy – spots always seem to pop up at the wrong time and take forever to fade away. While there are countless over-the-counter treatments to help reduce the appearance and inflammation of spots, sensitive skin types may want to steer clear from formulations that contain super strong ingredients.
For this reason, natural skincare can be beneficial in tackling breakouts without drying out your skin or causing adverse reactions. Here are 4 ingredients to try when you want to get rid of your spots in a gentle, effective way.
Tried-and-tested tea tree oil
A massively popular and proven way of reducing breakouts is to apply diluted tea tree oil to the affected areas. Tea tree oil is antiseptic and antibacterial, and so it kills acne-causing bacteria at the source. This not only tackles existing spots but also prevents new ones from forming by eliminating the cause of breakouts. You can use this in its essential oil form for powerful results, or in cleansers, toners and moisturisers for a gentler way of bringing balance back to your complexion.
Amazing aloe vera gel
For a soothing, spot-reducing experience, try applying aloe vera gel to your skin in order to bring down inflammation without compromising your skin’s barrier. Aloe vera gel is great for repairing damage to the skin – it’s an ideal option for treating sunburn as well as fighting angry breakouts. It absorbs quickly and is suitable for all skin types, so this is an easy way of adding a natural spot-buster to your skincare routine. Use the gel directly from the plant, or buy pure aloe vera gel from your local health store for glowing results.
Cheering charcoal
In order to deeply purify your pores and kick out unhealthy bacteria, charcoal is the one for you. Activated charcoal works by extracting any grime that is trapped in your pores and gently brings it to the surface of your skin. The results? Clearer, smoother skin with less breakouts – a winning combination! This ingredient is best used in the form of a cleanser, so that it can do its job properly before you carry on with the rest of your skincare routine, leaving you with the cleanest base possible.
Heroic honey
Not just to be eaten, honey is an ancient way of zapping away breakouts and soothing the skin. This is due to its antibacterial properties, and its high amount of antioxidants which help rejuvenate the skin. You can buy raw, unprocessed honey to use as a quick (and tasty!) face mask, or you can get multiple different types of skincare products containing honey to gently heal your spots. When the honey crystallises, you can even use this as a natural exfoliator to buff away dull skin and get a smooth, soft complexion in return!
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