Get rid of forehead acne with these home remedies

Forehead is a part of the T-zone of the face which is usually oily. Here's how to get rid of acne naturally.

Bengaluru, First Published Mar 1, 2021, 5:35 PM IST | Last Updated Mar 1, 2021, 5:35 PM IST

Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when the skin pores get clogged with oil and dead cells. The forehead is one of the most common areas where pimples or bumps may appear.

Adult acne may occur primarily due to hormonal changes in the body but here are some more reasons why the forehead is susceptible to acne. It is often caused due to excess production of oil from the sebaceous glands leading to the blockage of hair follicles. There are times when eating of some foods can do more harm than good to your body. A diet comprising unhealthy foods can cause acne to a great extent.

Acne is caused by secretion of too much oil (sebum) in the body. It can also be caused by genetics, irregular menstrual cycle, stress, hot and humid weather and even by oil-based makeup. Acne can also lead to scars on the face if not taken care of properly. It is important to know the real cause behind your acne and ways to treat it.

Here's how to get rid of acne naturally.

Lemon: This is the easiest remedy for forehead acne. Apply some lime juice directly on the acne and leave it on for 5 minutes. It might burn a bit but it is very effective in clearing the acne.

Tea Tree Oil: Tea tree oil is the best proven treatment for forehead acne. One can simply just put two drops of tea tree oil over the forehead acne. Tea tree oil has strong antibiotic properties which can destroy acne causing bacteria.

Almond powder, gram flour and turmeric: Mix almond powder and gram flour in equal quantities with a pinch of turmeric. Add water to this mix to make a paste and apply it over your forehead. Leave it on for about 15-20 minutes and then rinse.

Apply melon: You can rub a slice of melon on the acne and leave it on overnight. It has a cooling effect so it helps in healing the acne and also makes your skin soft.

Black pepper: This is an old remedy from granny's treasure trove. Mix some black pepper with water and apply it on the acne. Leave it on till it dries but be careful to keep away from your eyes. This may burn a bit so you can even add some soothing yogurt or few drops of rose water to this mix.

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