AskDocDoc
/
/
/
homemade acne treatment
FREE!Ask Doctors — 24/7
Connect with Doctors 24/7. Ask anything, get expert help today.
500 doctors ONLINE
#1 Medical Platform
Ask question for free
00H : 12M : 34S
background image
Click Here
background image
Skin & Hair Concerns
Question #21885
90 days ago
162

homemade acne treatment - #21885

Saanvi

I am really at my wits end with my skin. For years, I've struggled with acne, and nothing seems to work for me! I’ve tried all sorts of over-the-counter stuff and even had a couple of prescriptions, but the results are always super disappointing. A friend mentioned trying some homemade acne treatment instead, like baking soda and honey or even tea tree oil. I’m curious, like, do these homemade acne treatment ideas actually work? I've read mixed reviews online, some say they're miracle cures, while others claim they just make things worse. I recently mixed a few ingredients together, but my skin got super irritated after using it. I can’t tell if that's normal or if I’m just sensitive. I want to go all in on a homemade acne treatment that’s gonna help me out, but I'm kinda scared it might just make it worse. Any insurance that homemade treatments are, like, safe and effective? Would love some personal stories or recommendations if you've tried them. Anything! Just feeling frustrated and running out of options here. Thanks for your help!

FREE
Question is closed
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

Doctors' responses

Exploring homemade acne treatments can certainly be tempting given all the advice floating around, but it’s key to approach these options with a bit of caution. While some ingredients like tea tree oil have shown antimicrobial properties and can help with acne in mild cases, there’s certainly a lack of controlled studies to back up their effectiveness compared to traditional treatments. Tea tree oil should be used sparingly, diluted with a carrier oil, to avoid skin irritation. Baking soda is another common suggestion, but it tends to disrupt the skin’s natural pH balance and can potentially worsen acne or cause dryness. It’s understandable you’re looking for relief after trying many commercial products, but homemade treatments need to be carefully considered. Honey does have mild antibacterial properties and might soothe the skin, though the effects are likely subtle. If you’ve already experienced irritation with certain mixtures, it’s possible those ingredients didn’t suit your skin type or concentration wasn’t right. Consider spot testing any new ingredient before applying more widely. If homemade treatments aren’t yielding the results you’re looking for, a reassessment of your current skincare routine might be necessary. Over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid products are generally more effective with a well-established safety profile. Alongside this, focusing on other aspects of lifestyle like diet, stress management, and ensuring you’re not over-cleaning or over-exfoliating can offer more comprehensive management. If acne persists, I’d suggest consulting a dermatologist who can recommend more tailored options. The inflammation and scarring risks from untreated acne might outweigh potential benefits of trial-and-error with DIY solutions. Skin sensitivities vary greatly, so personalized care might be the safest path to clearer skin.

19496 answered questions
91% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


hormonal hyperpigmentation
Skin lose hair growth issues hairfall
can we use rosemary oil daily
acne removal cream for oily skin
best skin care products for black skin
how to hide a pimple
how to apply henna in hair
How to reduce acne and dark spots
is amla good for skin
Dryness
bleach for skin whitening
the best aloe vera gel
instant whitening cream
natural exfoliator for dry skin
How to stop hairfall and grow hair🥲🥲
how to get glowing skin overnight
how to clean dark neck
home remedies for oily skin to glow
Can I Reverse My Grey Hair and Beard at 27?
home made moisturizer
skin remedies at home
why is my scar purple
best ointment for acne and pimples
does curd remove dandruff
How to remove black spots after pimples?
How to reduce dandruff and hairfall
Acne of cheeks and blackheads hoe to cure it
best black spots removal cream
is ice is good for face
can green tea cause pimples
is papaya good for skin whitening
how to reduce small pimples on face naturally
how to remove dark spots under eyes
home remedy for dry face
pimple and acne treatment
herbal medicine for skin diseases
For sensitive skin , dark circles and. Hairfall problem
how to clear black marks on face
how to remove scars from face
how to remove pimple scars naturally in a week
overnight lemon on face results
why suddenly my hair is falling
Dark spots
applying ice on face is good or bad
difference between dark spots and acne marks
body pigmentation cream
skin specialist bhubaneswar
on face a lot of Pimples and hair is turning white
best aloe vera gel for dry skin
how to remove sun tan from face home remedies
benefits of multani mitti for hair
blemishes cream treatment
how to reducepimplesand acne marks
how to remove black around mouth
using aloe vera for face
best onion hair mask at home
face marks removal treatment
black mark in face how to remove
how reduce dark circles
men's skin whitening night cream
milk face pack for skin whitening
how to remove acne and dark spots
how to remove burn marks from face quickly
how to get volume in hair naturally at home
acne on Forehead and cheeks and their spots
back neck whitening cream
which skin is best oily or dry
how to make aloe vera gel at home for face
what are the reason for hair fall
how to remove dark patches from neck
How to remove body tan and pimples,white heads,black heads on face
why my hair started falling suddenly
dry forehead
why hairfall occur
permanent skin whitening cream by dermatologist
is salicylic acid good for oily skin
natural face moisturizer at home
which home remedies glowing for face
skin pigmentation on face treatment
how to remove birthmark from face permanently at home
How to reduce hairfall and glowing skin and removing the tan over body and facetan
how to reduce hyperpigmentation
lemon and milk for face
neem water for hair
pimple marks on face
face cleanup at home
pimples on my forehead? Try togive me some suggestions which is easy to follow...
how to remove acne marks naturally in a week
what should i do for dark circles
how to remove pimples in one day
how to remove redness from nose
best bleach for face man
can we use ice on face daily
How to reduce acne and dull skin
best skin whitening facial
pimple and acne removal cream
how to use lemon for hair growth
what does multani mitti do
what is the main reason for hair fall
what to apply after removing face pack