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#26: How to; Acne Guide

#26: How to; No Acne Guide

Acne.. we all hate it, so here is your guide for everything you need to know/do to prevent or get rid of acne. When I say everything, I mean it - this is going to be a long tutorial. I can garuntee that you will be an expert in getting rid of acne after this. 

1. Good products to use to get rid of acne: 
- Garnier Pure Active Fruit Energy Daily Energising Gel Scrub
- Garnier Pure Active Deep Pore Unclogging Wash
-  Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Clear Scrub
-  E.L.F. Zit Zapper
- Clean & Clear Advantage Mark Treatment
- Clearasil Ultra Deep Pore Cleansing Pads

2. Here are some natural ways to get rid of acne: 

- Make a honey mask: 
Honey is a natural antibiotic, and its sticky consistency works to pull up dirt and grime.

Step 1. 
Mix two tablespoons of honey with a teaspoon of cinnamon, and apply it over your face.

Step 2. 
Allow it to set for 5-10 minutes.

Step 3.
Then rinse it off with warm water.

- Toothpaste:
Putting toothpaste on your acne will help reduce it visibly. Apply some toothpaste directly on top of the acne and keep it overnight, as a mask or for an hour. Wash it with water and a soft cloth. 

- Garlic:
Cut a clove of garlic in half, and rub the juice on your acne. You can also try mincing the garlic into a paste and applying it directly to your pimples. Allow the paste to set for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.

- Nutmeg scrub:

Step 1.
Mix a teaspoon of nutmeg with 1-2 tablespoons of regular milk.

Step 2. 
Rub the scrub onto your face for a minute, and then rinse off with warm water.

- Vinegar:

Step 1.
Coat your face in white vinegar. (White vinegar helps reduce acne.)

Step 2.
Use a cotton pad soaked in the vinegar to apply it to your face; if it is too strong on its own, mix it with just a little water.

Step 3.
Allow the vinegar to set on your face for 10 minutes, and then rinse it off with cold water.

- Strawberry leaves: Place strawberry leaves on the acne, to reduce swelling. 

- Lemon Juice:

Step 1.
Extract juice of one lemon and mix with equal quantity of rose water.

Step 2.
Apply this mixture on the face and let it stay for about half an hour. Wash the face with fresh water.

Step 3.
Repeat for 15 days. (About 15 days application helps cure acne, pimples and reduces blemishes and scars.) 

3. How to prevent acne: 

- Eat carrots. Vitamin A strengthens the protective tissue of the skin and actually prevents acne. 

- Lower your intake of dairy products. 

- Don't touch it, the same bacteria and oils that are causing you to break out are also on your hands. Squeezing your pimples does not help, it just causes scars.

- Using proper skin care products to prevent breakouts and maintain healthy skin.

- Don’t go to sleep with makeup. Remove your makeup before sleeping to prevent future breakouts.

- Wash you make up brushes at least once a week to remove bad bacteria and oils.

- Use concealers that contain ingredients such as Salicylic Acid, (it helps in the process of fixing your skin.) 

- Wash your pillow cases often, as they contain alot of bacteria. 

- After washing your face, gently pat dry with a clean towel. Do not rub dry as rubbing may lead to further breakouts or irritate your skin.

- Eat healthy, fruits and vegetables have minerals which are good for your skin!

4. How to hide acne? 

You can hide acne by covering it up using concealer or foundation. Unless you feel really unsecure you shouldn't use foundation or anything trying to hide up your acne, because everyone gets it - it is completetly normal. When you cover your you skin with foundation it blocks your pores and creates more pimples. This is why you should be careful while choosing the right one! Also don't ever forget to take off your make up before going to bed. 

Step 1. 
Wash your face and pat a towel onto your face gently to dry it. 

Step 2. 
Apply a cream or moisteriser. 

Step 3. 
Hide your pimples and acne by using a concealer. 

Step 4. 
Apply foundation on your skin. 

Step 5. 
Add a bit of pink blush to the apples of your cheek. 

Step 6. 
Also add some bronzer to your cheek bones to contour your face. 

Step 7. 
Put on eye makeup and put a bright lip colour on to put the attention towards everywhere but your acne. 

Hope that helped guys! Thank you for reading! c:

-Tasy xo