Acne attacks can be very problematic. While many breakouts
turn out to be temporary, they leave behind ghastly scars that are difficult to
completely erase or remove. Regardless of whether they are blemishes left
behind by years as an awkward teenager, or new marks from your most recent PMS
pimple-fest, acne scars can be a cause of embarrassment and can somewhat affect
one’s self-esteem.
Technology has made it possible to permanently get rid of or
fade away these acne marks. However, such dermatological treatments come with a
hefty price tag, which some of us might not be able to completely afford.
Furthermore, such treatments could not completely guarantee clear skin, and may
even aggravate breakouts and cause skin irritation due to chemical components
that may be too harsh or abrasive to the skin. But before you think there is no
hope, think again. Some of the most effective yet underrated anti-acne products
are actually inexpensive, accessible and far gentler to the skin. Mother Nature
has one of, if not, the best beauty and healthcare arsenal out there, trumping
chemically processed solutions in cost, effectiveness and skin-friendliness.
Take the plant sandalwood, for instance. The sandalwood is a
hemiparasitic plant, a kind of plant that depends on other living organisms to
nourish and sustain itself. It is most commonly known for its essential oils,
which harbor a fresh, earthy, deep scent, and which are used as active
ingredients in creating fragrances such as colognes and perfumes. Its oils, which happen to be antimicrobial,
are also known to be made into antiseptic medicine and aroma-therapeutic
materials. The plant itself also features heavily in different cultures and
religions all over the word (such as Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism) as incense,
paste or offerings needed in religious rituals and activities. Its fruit and
seeds are also eaten in Australia and other parts of the world.
However, the sandalwood is also an effective treatment
against the effects of acne. Due to its
ability to stunt the growth of microorganisms and bacteria, it can be used as a
powerful agent to use against pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. It is also
very accessible—you could usually purchase powdered sandalwood or sandalwood
oil in the spice sections of your local grocery or in Asian stores.
If you are looking for ways to create a simple, homemade
facial mask out of sandalwood to help clear up your old and existing acne
scars, here are two very simple mixtures that you could use.
Sandalwood and Rosewater – Rosewater refreshes and revitalizes the skin, aside from giving it a healthy, natural glow. In a bowl filled with a quarter cup of rose water, mix one to two tablespoons of sandalwood powder. Spread the mixture evenly all over your face until it dries. Rinse off with warm water.
Sandalwood and Lemon
- All you need for this simple face mask are sandalwood oil, some turmeric
powder and fresh lemon or lime juice. Mix one tablespoon of each ingredient in
a small bowl, then apply on your face for fifteen to twenty minutes. Rinse off
with warm water.
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