Acne is very common and develops due to bacteria, clogged up pores, and dead skin cells along with oil production. Other factors can also make it worse, but the bottom line is that it is very frustrating and embarrassing, not to mention difficult to treat. Without treating it, dark spots as well as permanent scars can appear.
While acne treatments are available, many are expensive and can have side effects.
What about natural treatments?
Check out this banana peel remedy. There are different options and they all work great.
This is why banana peels work:
1.Contain vitamins A, B, C and E, all of which contribute to healthy skin.
2. Contain zinc, manganese and iron, which help calm inflamed skin.
3. Are natural exfoliants to remove toxins from pores.
4. Are anti-septic, so theyre able to prevent bacterial infections that cause acne.
5. Rich in antioxidants that fight the germs that cause acne.
6. Contain enzymes that hydrate skin, heal scars and prevent new acne from forming.
7. Contain starch that helps dry out the excess oil clogging pores.
Check out these 6 remedies:
1. Banana Peel
1. Wash your skin with cool water and a milk cleanser, then pat dry with a clean towel.
2. Eat a banana then cut the peel into small pieces.
3. Massage skin with the inside of the banana peel for 10 minutes.
4. If a piece turns brown, discard it and start with a fresh piece.
5, Wait 20 minutes for skin to absorb nutrients.
6. Repeat the process 2-3 times a day.
2. Banana Peel with Oats
You can use oatmeal as a natural exfoliant for the skin.
1. In a blender, mix 1 banana peel with 1/2 cup of oatmeal and 3 tablespoons of sugar.
2. Blend until smooth and pasty.
3. Massage the paste onto the affected skin and leave on for 10 minutes.
4. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
5. Apply oil-free moisturizer.
6. Repeat daily to get rid of acne.
3 Banana Peel Turmeric Scrub
A natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, turmeric can reduce swelling and redness. It also works to kill germs which can cause acne.
1. Mash a banana peel into a thick paste.
2. Mix equal parts mashed banana peel and turmeric powder.
3. Add water and stir until you create a fine paste.
4. Massage onto skin as a spot treatment and leave on for 15 minutes.
5. Rinse with lukewarm water then pat dry.
6. Apply oil-free moisturizer.
7. Repeat daily to clear acne.
4. Banana Peel and Lemon
Lemons have natural acidity which helps kill bacteria which causes acne. It also works as a natural bleaching agent which can reduce scar appearance.
1. Mash a banana peel into a paste.
2. Mix equal parts banana peel paste and fresh-squeezed lemon juice.
3. Use a cotton ball to apply the paste onto the affected skin.
4. Massage gently and leave on for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water and pat dry.
5. Repeat daily.
5. Banana Peel with Baking Powder
Removing toxins from the pores is what baking soda can do.
1. Mash a banana peel until it forms a paste.
2. Mix 1 tablespoon of banana peel paste with 1/2 tablespoon of baking powder.
3. Add water until the mix turns into a fine paste.
4. Use a cotton ball to massage the paste onto the skin using circular motions.
5. Leave on for 2 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.
6. Apply oil-free moisturizer.
7. Repeat daily.
6. Banana Peel with Honey
Honey is an antibacterial. It also moisturizes skin naturally.
1. Mash a banana peel into a paste.
2. Mix 1 tablespoon of banana peel paste with 1/2 tablespoon of raw honey.
3. Use a cotton ball to massage the paste onto the affected skin in circular motions.
4. Leave on for 15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.
5. Apply an oil-free moisturizer.
6. Repeat daily.
