Acne is a skin condition that can be embarrassing and harmful. It is infamous for its ability to pop up at any time, and if you have it, you know how annoying it can be. The most important thing is to understand what’s going on with your skin.
Acne treatment is largely dependent upon what type of acne you have. The good news is that there are effective treatments for most types of acne.
There are home remedies for acne that you can use to get rid of it naturally without spending too much money.
What Are the Causes of Acne on Your Forehead?
Hormones
Hormonal changes in the body can cause an increase in sebum production, which can lead to clogged pores. During puberty and pregnancy, this can be especially true.
Your diet
Eating too much sugar or dairy has been linked to increased levels of inflammation in the body, which may make acne worse. Similarly, consuming too much caffeine has also been linked to increased hormones that can cause breakouts.
Stress
Stress affects hormone levels and can increase sebum production, leading to more breakouts on your forehead or elsewhere on your face and body.
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Sun exposure
Spending too much time in the sun can make acne worse because the heat irritates your skin and causes inflammation. It also damages your skin, leading to premature aging.
Not washing your hair
If you don’t wash your hair regularly, it can transfer oil to your forehead during the day or while you sleep at night. This can lead to clogged pores and breakouts.
Not washing your face regularly
If you don’t wash your face twice daily — once in the morning and once at night — then you could be contributing to your breakouts. Dirt and oil collect on your skin throughout the day, especially if you use heavy makeup or live in a polluted environment (more on this later), which clogs pores and leads to acne.
How Do I Get Rid of Acne on My Face?
Avoid Makeup
For some people, makeup can irritate their skin and cause breakouts. If you feel like this may be the case for you, try going makeup-free for a week or two to see if your acne improves.
Once you are sure that it isn’t your makeup causing the breakouts, you should use non-comedogenic makeup that won’t clog your pores or make you break out.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Another simple and natural way to get rid of pimples on your forehead is to use apple cider vinegar. Its antiseptic properties help fight bacterial infection and prevent pimples. It also helps dry out existing pimples and helps dissolve excess oil from your skin.
Mix equal amounts of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar and water.
Apply this mixture to your forehead using a cotton ball. Let it stay for 15 minutes before rinsing off with water. Do this twice daily for a few weeks for the best results.
Lavender Oil
Lavender oil is effective in treating acne and may also prevent it. The soothing properties of lavender oil can reduce the irritation associated with breakouts. In addition, it can help remove excess oil from your skin.
Dab a few drops of pure lavender essential oil on a clean cotton ball and apply it to the affected areas. Leave it on overnight or for up to 20 minutes before washing off. Do this once or twice daily until you see results.
Go Slow with Processed Food
Processed foods contribute to acne because they are high in sugar and omega-6 fatty acids. These foods trigger insulin spikes that can cause an increase in sebum production and lead to acne breakouts.
Cutting back on processed foods like white bread, white rice and pasta may help clear your skin up.
Toothpaste
Toothpaste has been known to dry out pimples and help them disappear more quickly. The toothpaste must be the White toothpaste-like kind, not gel. Apply a small amount directly to the pimple before bedtime and wash it off in the morning.
Raw honey as a gentle cleanser
Raw honey is great for clearing up pimples, as well as keeping skin moist. Apply the honey to a cotton ball or q-tip and apply it to the pimples at night before bedtime. Wash it off in the morning with warm water.
Cinnamon and honey
A simple but very effective home remedy for acne is a mask made of one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and three tablespoons of honey.
Mix until you get a somewhat runny paste. Apply this to your face (or spot treat) and leave it on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off completely, you may have to use warm water to get all of the sticky honey off.
Do this daily or every other day till your breakouts are gone.
Moisturize
Moisturize after every wash (even if you have oily skin). Moisturizing prevents the dead skin cells on the surface of your face from clogging pores. Use an oil-free moisturizer that is labeled “non-comedogenic,” which means it will not clog pores.
Aloe vera
Aloe Vera is a wonderful remedy for treating forehead acne. The plant has antibacterial properties and can help soothe the inflammation of pimples on the forehead.
Use natural aloe from a plant or buy products with 100 percent aloe vera as the main ingredient.
Apply to the affected area for 30 minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water. Do this daily for six weeks for the best results.
Egg yolk
Egg yolk is rich in nutrients and contains vitamins that may promote skin health. For example, it contains vitamin A, which has been shown to help prevent sebum production, a substance that contributes to clogged pores and acne.
To use egg yolk on your forehead, whisk one egg yolk in a bowl until frothy. Apply it to your forehead with a cotton swab or cotton ball.
Leave the egg yolk mask on for 15–20 minutes before rinsing it off with lukewarm water. Repeat 1–2 times per week until you get the results you’re looking for.
Lemon Or Lime Juice
Lemon juice is great for lightening dark spots and acne scars on the skin. It is a natural bleaching agent and also exfoliates the skin.
All you have to do is apply some fresh lemon juice to your forehead with a cotton ball and leave it on for 10 minutes.
Then wash it off with cool water. Repeat several times a week to help reduce the appearance of acne scars and dark spots on your forehead.
Baking Soda and Hydrogen Peroxide
Baking soda is an exfoliant that helps remove dirt from the surface of the skin. Hydrogen peroxide helps eliminate bacteria that contribute to pimples and breakouts.
Mix 2 parts baking soda with 1 part hydrogen peroxide into a paste (like toothpaste).
Apply it evenly across your forehead, allow it to sit for 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water.
It’s best not to do this more than once a week so as not to irritate your skin.
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is another effective home remedy for treating forehead acne because it has antimicrobial properties that can kill the bacteria that cause acne breakouts
Use tea tree oil to reduce the redness of pimples and get rid of acne by killing bacteria.
Mix just a few drops of tea tree oil with water and apply it to your face with a cotton ball. Do this once or twice a day until your pimples have cleared up. You can also apply a small amount of diluted tea tree oil directly to pimples as needed.
Facial Cleanser
Keep your face clean. This is useful for preventing and getting rid of acne, especially on the forehead and nose. Wash your face daily with warm water and a mild facial cleanser, then rinse well. Pat dry with a soft towel.
I recommend Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser
Tips To Prevent Forehead Acne
Forehead acne can be very irritating because it is one of the most visible areas of your face. It can also be a pain to deal with on a daily basis. This guide will give you tips on how to prevent forehead acne and keep it under control.
Use a mild cleanser to wash your face twice daily
You should wash your face once in the morning and once at night before bedtime. The cleanser should not be too harsh or drying, as this could cause your skin to break out more.
Scrub with a mild facial scrub at least once a week
Exfoliating your skin helps remove dead skin cells that clog up your pores and cause acne. If you have sensitive skin, use a product that is specially made for sensitive skin or use one that has very tiny beads in it, as large beads may irritate your skin.
Wash off all makeup before you go to bed
Always wash off all makeup and residue from any products you have used before going to bed at night. If you don’t remove all makeup, dirt, and oil from the day, it can build up on your face overnight and cause breakouts in the morning.
Go slow on comedogenic facial products
These clog pores and causes breakouts. Some ingredients that can cause acne include:
- Oil-based products: These are often oil-based cleansers, moisturizers, and makeup that can cause oil production in your skin.
- Oily skin care products: These clog pores and are difficult to wash off, so they may be more irritating than other types of skincare products.
- Items filled with microbeads: These tiny plastic beads found in toothpaste, exfoliating scrubs, and other products can become lodged in pores and create a breeding ground for bacteria.
Use non-comedogenic cosmetics, such as those labeled “non-acnegenic” or “oil-free”. These products don’t clog pores and cause acne.
Follow a good skincare routine
You should wash your face at least twice a day using a gentle cleanser. Don’t pick at pimples or pop them — this can cause scarring and make the situation worse.
Manage your stress levels
Stress doesn’t cause acne, but it can make existing zits worse. Try to manage stress by exercising regularly, meditating, and getting enough sleep each night.
Hairstyle
Change your hairstyle or hair products if they’re clogging your pores. If you have bangs or long layers and they are touching your forehead, that could be causing pimples to form on the skin there (especially if you’re using hair products like sprays and gels).
Moisturize
Moisturize daily with a non-comedogenic moisturizer after washing your face. Allowing your skin to dry out completely will cause it to overproduce oil, which leads to more breakouts.
Makeup
Use makeup that is water-based rather than oil-based, and use non-comedogenic makeup remover when taking off makeup.
Final Words
Basically, you need to do plenty of cleansing, live healthily, and watch your diet. What do you eat? Drink a lot of water. Don’t use any sensitivity and nourishing serum for your face skin. Check the label on each product before applying it to your face skin for better results.
