Get rid of pimples with this easy homemade toner!

Try this effective and cheap home remedy for banishing those pimples for good!

Written By: Anuradha Varanasi | Published : December 29, 2015 12:13 PM IST

Battling against recurring acne can be an uphill task, especially because of the amount of money you end up spending on the right face wash and toner for your sensitive skin. Instead of shelling out a lot of money on expensive toners, here s how to make one with basic kitchen ingredients organic apple cider vinegar, green tea and peppermint essential oil. This home remedy has proved to be very effective for me in getting clearer skin and preventing future acne breakouts! Here are ten reasons why you should use peppermint essential oil.

Here s how it works

Apple cider vinegar helps balance the natural pH balance of your skin by clearing away excess oil and opening the pores. Green tea is packed with antioxidants and also has anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe your skin and reduce redness. Peppermint oil has strong anti-bacterial properties to fight against pimples and prevent bacteria from spreading. Here are 6 home remedies to get rid of acne scars.

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What you need

A large cup of green tea made with two tea bags
Organic or raw apple cider vinegar
An empty spray bottle
5 drops of peppermint essential oil or tea tree oil

Method

Once you have brewedthe green tea, set it aside and allow it to cool down. After that, fill 3/4^th of your spray bottle with green tea and add 1/4^th of that portion of apple cider vinegar. Then, add not more than five drops of peppermint essential oil or tea tree oil to it. Tightly close the spray bottle and mix well. You can spray your face with this homemade toner twice a day. You could also use a cotton ball to apply this toner. Here are 5 face packs for acne you could try at home. Make sure to refrigerate this toner so it lasts longer and has a cooling effect on your face. Here's another easy home remedy to banish pimples!