There are many ways you can approach acne and for many, treating it with tea tree oil is a front runner. The essential oil has proved time and again that it is the solution of choice for pesky pimples and acne breakouts and we’ve witnessed enough of its brilliance to second its claim. No wonder so many acne-fighting OTC products use this amazing ingredient in their formulations; the benefits are just too good to pass up on.
From banishing acne-causing bacteria to soothing skin with its mint-like qualities, tea tree oil is like a nature warrior that fights to protect the clarity of your skin and we are so glad it exists and is easily available. While you may want to check up on whether or not that tea tree infused skincare products are really organic and free of chemicals, you don’t have to be so sceptical if you are taking the DIY route. With these simple DIYs, you can incorporate pure grade tea tree oil in your skincare and reap all of its amazing benefits to clarify your skin. Check them out now!
Why Tea Tree Oil?
Tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties which makes it perfect for fighting inflammation caused by acne. The effects of tea tree oil on the skin are cooling and calming and it also helps reduce the appearance of pores while keeping the skin bacteria-free. These benefits are exactly what you need to combat pimples effectively and that’s why tea tree oil is such a favoured anti-acne ingredient.
3 Tea Tree Oil DIYs To Keep Your Skin Clear & Healthy
Clean Sweep
Making a toner infused with tea tree oil is quite easy and highly effective in treating oily and acne-prone skin. This toner will keep your skin free of bacteria and soothed to the max. Even existing acne will be calmed with this solution.
What You Need:
- Tea tree oil
- Rose water
- Water
- Spray bottle
How To Use It:
- Add equal parts water and rose water to a spray bottle and then add 10 to 15 drops of tea tree oil as well.
- Close the bottle and shake well to combine all ingredients together.
- Spritz this mist on your skin after washing your face. You can even swipe it on with a cotton pad.
Clay Play
For anyone battling excess sebum production and acne at the same time, this DIY mask is for you. Using a skincare clay powder along with tea tree oil will help keep oily skin in check and also make those pimples vanish.
What You Need:
- Bentonite/Kaolin clay powder
- Tea tree oil
- Rose water
How To Use It:
- Add a tablespoon of bentonite or kaolin clay powder to a bowl.
- Add a teaspoon of rose water and 5 drops of tea tree oil to the powder.
- Mix well to form a paste and add more rose water if required to adjust the consistency.
- Apply this pack to your face after using a face wash and let it sit for about 20 minutes.
- Rinse with water and pat dry. Try this once a week.
Spot Treatment
If there were a miraculous home remedy to make that pimple stop growing and instead fade it away, this would be it. Tea tree oil combined with aloe vera can make for the best natural spot treatment to keep your skin soothed and on its way to recovery.
What You Need:
- Aloe vera gel
- Tea tree oil
How To Use It:
- Take a teaspoon of freshly scooped aloe vera gel (or a store bought option) and add it to a bowl.
- Add 1 to 2 drops of tea tree oil to the bowl and mix both ingredients together.
- Apply this mixture directly onto affected areas after washing your face.
- Once dry, you can proceed to layer your moisturiser over it.
Try these simple DIYs and behold the amazing results. We are sure you’re going to make these your go-to acne treatments at home.
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