Hello beautiful people!
So I know many of us have acne :( and it can be rather frustrating! Today I have for you all a simple face mask that may help with this issue. For me personally, I don't have acne so I have not tried this mask. I do hope it helps those that do!
It's a ...... Cinnamon, Honey, Aloe Vera Mask for Acne!
Before
Applying Masks
Before you apply a mask, make sure your skin is thoroughly clean
and your pores are open. The best way of doing this is to take a shower or use
steam to clean and open pores.
1. Boil a pot
of filtered water.
2. Transfer the
water to a large bowl and let it cool down for 1-2 minutes.
3. When
the water is not too hot, place your face over the bowl and cover your
head and the bowl with a towel for 5-10 minutes.
By: Remedies for Me
Cinnamon,
Honey, Aloe Vera Face Mask
§ 1 teaspoon
cinnamon
§ 3 teaspoons
of raw honey
§ 1 inch of
fresh aloe vera plant (only the inside gel) or 2 teaspoon of aloe vera juice
Mix all the ingredients and apply the paste over your face
— excluding the eyes, mouth, and eyebrows. Rub the paste over the
face for 1 minute, in a slow and circular movement. Leave on for 10 minutes.
P.S - This mask is also good for removing blackheads. Do not use this mask
if you have sensitive skin. If you feel an intolerable burning sensation, wash
it off right away.
By: Remedies for Me
Benefits of honey and cinnamon for the skin
By: Rachel Nall, Medical News Today. (Click here for more info)
Honey is a solution that is made from sugar, mostly fructose and
glucose. These sugars contain proteins, amino acids, vitamins, minerals,
and enzymes.
For centuries, people have used honey as a medicinal treatment.
The compound has been used to treat dandruff, psoriasis, burns, and fungal
infections. Honey is also added to many skincare products.
The main reason for using honey and cinnamon to treat acne is
because it can help to kill the bacteria that contribute to inflamed pores.
Honey has several chemical properties that enable it to kill
bacteria. Examples include:
- A high
concentration of sugar, which puts pressure on bacterial cells, making
them less likely to multiply.
- An
acidic environment where bacteria cannot easily grow.
- The
compound propolis that bees use to seal their hive has antimicrobial
properties.
Cinnamon also has antimicrobial and astringent properties.
Astringents help to shrink pores, which can make the skin appear smoother and
more even.
Does Aloe Vera Help with Acne?
By: Home Remedies for Life (Click here for more info)
- Aloe
vera contains gibberellins (growth hormone), glucomannan (a mannose-rich
polysaccharide) which improves collagen synthesis when applied or
consumed.
- It
contains hormones called gibberellins and polysaccharides which contain
antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which fight with bacteria
thriving the clogged pores.
- It
absorbs the excess oil from the skin which prevents clogging of pores.
- The
glycol-protiens present in it reduces the inflammation. It also reduces
the irritation and redness caused by pimples.
- It is
an antioxidant, and contains Zinc, vitamin C, and vitamin E.
- Aloe
Vera is rich in ferments like catechins, carotenoids, and flavonoids. It
is highly rich in carbohydrates and amino acids.
- As an
astringent, Aloe Vera helps in contracting the skin, thus rendering the
skin pores clean from any deposited sebum, dead skin cells or dirt.
- It purifies the blood and stimulates cell growth to heal the damaged skin.
This is a very detailed post for acne treatment with simple everyday items. How, on the other hand can one go about preventing acne... as the old adage goes "prevention is better than the cure".
ReplyDeleteYes, prevention is always better, thanks for the idea, will definitely do a post on acne prevention =)
DeleteHey, I tried this today and it worked for me, was pleased with the results
ReplyDelete=) Yay. Happy that it did.
DeleteWill give this a try, I usually get pimples on my chin :\
ReplyDeleteDo try and let me know the results!
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