Many suffering from acne wonder if it can ever be cured. Others debate if the condition can be cured at home or would need expert treatment. While medications work wonders, in the long run, they could be harmful to the body. If you are conscious about that, you can opt for natural remedies to treat acne.

Sometimes, if you have an underlying condition that is causing acne, you would need the help of a specialist. If you have allergies, then home remedies may worsen the symptoms. Home remedies can help in preventing frequent breakouts. However, from a broader perspective, if you are prone to frequent acne, once your medication helps to suppress it and you see improvement, you can use home remedies to heal any scars. Always test home remedies on a small patch of skin and watch out for any reactions.

Some popular time-tested home remedies are:

• Apple cider vinegar
  Apple cider vinegar does wonders for acne. It contains acids that fight the bacterial infection. Severe acne is linked with bacterial infection and apple cider vinegar helps fight this, reduces inflammation and pain, too. It is also effective to remove acne scars. Dilute one part of apple cider vinegar with three parts water and use a Q-tip to apply this solution on acne.
• Oatmeal
  Oatmeal is an intrinsic part of many homemade scrubs for the face and skin. Oatmeal has zinc and antioxidants that prevent further bacterial infection. You can mix some oatmeal with milk, honey, and coconut water. Let this rest for 10 minutes and wash it. Do not rub the mask just apply it gently, as rubbing could aggravate irritation.
• Turmeric
  Turmeric is considered holy and is revered by Indians. Turmeric has antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antibiotic properties. As a result, it is effective to treat skin conditions, too. Combine ½ tsp of ground turmeric with 1 tsp honey and let it rest on your skin for 5 minutes. You can do this twice a day.
• Green tea
  Acne in some could be a result of high blood sugar and insulin. Brew a pot of green tea without sugar. Once it is cool, apply the liquid with a piece of cotton on the acne. You can continue to use this after your acne is healed to remove acne scars.
• Aloe vera
  Aloe vera reduces inflammation, and its antifungal properties help heal acne faster. You can grow this herb with minimal effort in a pot in your house. You can use some fresh gel to soothe your acne by applying it twice a day.

There are many other natural remedies that you can use to reduce acne and scars. Lemon juice mixed with honey and rosewater or honey too can bring relief from acne. However, it can cause burning if the acne has sores and is severe.