6. Garlic
Garlic is one of the most commonly used ingredients in food, but it has also been used for centuries for its medicinal benefits. It contains allicin, which has antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, and antiviral properties. This could aid in fighting the bacteria that causes acne. On top of that, it can help in reducing inflammation and swelling, as well as improve circulation of the blood. Aside from allicin, garlic also contains antimicrobial thiosulfinates, as well as vitamins and minerals that benefit the skin, such as vitamin C, vitamin B6, copper, selenium, and zinc.
As you probably already have some garlic readily available in your kitchen, it makes a convenient home remedy for your acne. There are a number of ways you could use this herb for your acne, and the easiest one is to puree three or four cloves then apply directly on the affected area. Leave this on for a few minutes before rinsing off with water. You could use a diluted version by mixing two minced cloves of garlic with one tablespoon of tap water or rose water. Another alternative is to extract the juice from a few cloves of garlic, and apply it in the same way. You could also find other recipes for treatments using garlic mixed with other ingredients such as apple cider vinegar, aloe vera, honey, or yogurt.
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