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Acne is an extremely common skin condition and can happen to both young and old alike. Although the condition is most prevalent on a person’s face it can sometimes be found on other parts of the body including the back, chest, shoulders, legs as well as the buttocks. But luckily today there are a number of different types of acne remedies that people can use for treating this particular skin condition.

Many people who suffer from acne today rather than using medications those they have been prescribed by their doctor or which can be brought over the counter are using more natural ones instead. Below we take a look at some of the natural remedies that one can easily use for treating this particular kind of skin condition.

1. Tea Tree Oil - Is an extremely popular way for treating acne and all you need to do is dilute a small amount of the tea tree essential oil and then apply directly on to the acne spots. This particular remedy is effective because it contains a property known as terpinen-4-ol, which has good anti-bacterial qualities. It is these qualities that help to kill off the bacterium, which actually causes the spots to form.

2. Zinc - Although popular it certainly is not as effective as the above mentioned and some of the medications that your doctor may prescribe. But it can still help to reduce the spots and so help to make a person’s skin look better. However, if you are going to use this remedy you need to be aware that if too much is used it can cause other health problems and some people find that their digestive system becomes upset.

3. Garlic - Again just like the tea tree oil this contains anti-bacterial qualities and when applied directly to the infected area helps to bring down the swelling as well as killing of the bacteria inside. People prefer to either apply crushed garlic or the juice directly to the area; however you will have to put up with the smell if you choose to use this remedy.

4. Lemons - Are another extremely effective treatment for acne as they contain high levels of Vitamin C, which can help to boost your immune system. A boosted immune system is then better able to fight the bacteria, which is causing the acne to erupt.

Ideally you can either drink lemon juice mixed with other fluids to increase your Vitamin C, but a much better way is by applying it directly to the acne. In order to do this you need to mix the juice of a lemon with some rosewater before applying it directly on to the area affected using a cotton wool ball. Once applied you then need to leave it alone for around thirty minutes so that it can all be absorbed into the skin. Plus with this particular remedy you will need to apply it between two and three times each day.

Along with the acne remedies that we have shown above there are plenty of other natural treatments you may want to consider trying. A quick search of the internet and you will discover lots more very safe and effective treatments for this skin condition. But as well as being safe they are also likely to cost you a lot less than the remedies your doctor prescribes or which you can buy over the counter.