10 Simple And Effective Ayurvedic Treatments For Pimples
Pimples are a menace. As soon as you feel your skin clearing up, they pop up again like nobody’s business and irritate you to no end. To put an end to this recurring problem, you need a permanent solution called Ayurveda.
Ayurvedic treatments are not far-fetched. You don’t have to necessarily go to an Ayurvedic center or India (not a bad idea, though) if you need an Ayurvedic treatment.
Simple homemade remedies with Ayurvedic formulations are perfect to fight your pimples for good. The following DIY Ayurvedic recipes will help you do so. Take a look.
What Causes Acne According To Ayurveda?
When there is an imbalance in the three doshas (vata, pitta, and kapha) in your body, pimples and acne occur. They affect the face, back, and shoulders, which are densely filled with sebaceous glands.
When pitta dosha increases in the skin, the body heats up and contaminates the underlying tissues – this leads to pimple eruptions. Imbalance of vata causes indigestion and the accumulation of toxins. An increase in kapha leads to over-production of sebum, and this clogs the pores. All of these lead to pimples, which is why you need to treat them from within.
Therefore, the best way to treat pimples is to follow a good diet and exercise, along with utilizing Ayurvedic formulations.
Ayurvedic Treatments To Help You Deal With Pimples
- Basil And Turmeric
- Neem Leaves And Rose Water
- Lemon And Water
- Bottle Gourd And Salt
- Coriander And Cinnamon
- Triphala And Warm Water
- Papaya And Sandalwood
- Potato And Raisins
- Indian Gooseberry And Fennel
- Guava And Mango Leaves
1. Basil And Turmeric
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You Will Need
- 20 basil leaves
- 2 teaspoons of turmeric
What You Need To Do
- Grind the basil leaves and turmeric in the food processor.
- Store the mixture in a jar.
- Consume half a teaspoon of the mixture after mixing it with water, 15-20 minutes before a meal.
How Often?
3 times daily – before breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Why This Works
Basil protects the body from free radical damage, and the antibacterial properties of turmeric prevent disease and infection.
2. Neem Leaves And Rose Water
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You Will Need
- 5 stems of neem leaves
- 2 teaspoons of rose water
What You Need To Do
- Boil the neem leaves in water for 2-3 minutes and then grind them in a food processor until you get a thick paste.
- Add rose water to the paste and apply to your face. Leave the mask on until it dries.
- Rinse it off.
How Often?
You can apply this pack 3-4 times a week.
Why This Works
Neem is antibacterial, and it restores the healthy pH balance of the skin. It regulates oil production in the skin and repairs areas affected by acne.
3. Lemon And Water
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You Will Need
- 2 lemons
- Distilled water
- Cotton pads
What You Need To Do
- Squeeze the juice of lemons into a cup and dilute it with 2 teaspoons of distilled water.
- Apply the tonic to your face with the help of cotton pads.
- Leave it on overnight and rinse it the next day.
How Often?
Every day before going to bed at night.
Why This Works
The citric acid in lemons kills bacteria and acts as an antiseptic. It reduces the redness caused by pimples.
4. Bottle Gourd And Salt
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You Will Need
- One bottle gourd
- Salt
What You Need To Do
- Peel the outer skin of the bottle gourd and cut it into small chunks.
- Blend it in a food processor till the chunks form a fluid-like consistency. Add some water if needed.
- Add salt to it and drink it up.
How Often?
Once every day.
Why This Works
Bottle gourd cools the skin and cleanses your system, thereby improving digestion and excretion. It also helps you sleep better.
5. Coriander And Cinnamon
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You Will Need
- A stack of coriander leaves
- Cinnamon powder
What You Need To Do
- Juice the coriander leaves and add the cinnamon powder to it.
- Store the mixture in a jar and consume it (one teaspoon).
How Often?
Twice daily.
Why This Works
Coriander is antifungal and antimicrobial. It relieves acidity and protects your skin from oxidative stress.
6. Triphala And Warm Water
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You Will Need
- 1 teaspoon of triphala paste
- A glass of warm water
What You Need To Do
- Mix the triphala paste in warm water.
- Drink it up.
How Often?
Once every day.
Why This Works
Triphala helps dry the sebum and clears the pores. It balances the vata, pitta, and kapha doshas in your body.
7. Papaya And Sandalwood
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You Will Need
- 1/2 papaya
- 1 tablespoon of sandalwood powder
What You Need To Do
- Mash the papaya and add sandalwood powder to it. Add a few drops of water to form a fine paste.
- Apply the mask to your face and keep it on for 15-30 minutes.
- Rinse it off and pat dry with a clean towel.
How Often?
3-4 times a week.
Why This Works
Papaya is anti-inflammatory, and sandalwood cools the skin. The mask also unclogs pores and provides proteins to the body to help fight pimples.
8. Potato And Raisins
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You Will Need
- 1 medium-sized potato
- 1 tablespoon of raisins
What You Need To Do
- Cut the potato into slices. Along with the raisins, add them to a food processor and blend until you get a mixture of smooth consistency.
- Apply the paste to your face and let it dry.
- Rinse the mask off and pat dry with a clean towel.
How Often?
3-4 times a week.
Why This Works
Potatoes fight the pimple-causing bacteria and add a natural glow to the skin. Raisins improve blood circulation to the skin.
9. Indian Gooseberry And Fennel
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You Will Need
- 3-4 Indian gooseberries
- 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds
What You Need To Do
- Cut the gooseberries into small pieces. Blend them along with the fennel seeds in a food processor until you get a powder-like consistency. Store this powder in a jar.
- Take one teaspoon of the powder, mix it with sufficient water, and drink it up.
How Often?
Twice daily – once in the morning, and once in the evening.
Why This Works
Indian gooseberry removes the excess sebum from the skin. It also protects the skin from acne-causing bacteria and prevents scar formation.
10. Guava And Mango Leaves
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You Will Need
- 2-3 guava leaves
- 2-3 mango leaves
What You Need To Do
- Blend the guava and mango leaves in a food processor until you get a paste-like consistency.
- Apply the paste to your face and keep it on for 30 minutes.
- Rinse the mask off and pat dry.
How Often?
2-3 times a week.
Why This Works
The leaves help reduce acne spots on the skin. They exfoliate the skin, thereby removing dead skin cells.
That’s with the treatments – but that’s not all. There are other tips that can help you.
Ayurvedic Tips To Avoid Pimples
- Sleep for 6-8 hours every night.
- Follow a well-balanced diet containing fiber-rich foods.
- Avoid oily and junk food.
- Drink 6-8 glasses of water every day.
- Keep your skin clean and use products that suit your skin type.
Life is too short to keep fighting pimples all the time. You need to put a full stop to this issue, and Ayurveda is an efficient way to do it. All you have to do is follow a healthy lifestyle along with the treatments mentioned above, and you are good to go.
Expert’s Answers For Readers’ Questions
Do the Ayurvedic treatments for pimples take a lot of time to show results?
It depends on the ingredients used. Even if the results take time, you need not worry because the process will be worth it.
Do I need to be additionally cautious if I have sensitive skin?
If you think a particular ingredient in the treatment might irritate your skin, it is best to avoid it.
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