Kitchen ingredients to get rid of acne

Take a peep into your kitchen to banish acne, an expert says. Navin Taneja, director of The National Skin Center, shares home remedies to cure acne:

Lemon juice: Take a slice of lemon, rub it on the face and leave it for a few minutes. Then rinse your face. (Read: Beauty benefits of lemon)
Aloe vera juice: The medicinal properties of aloe vera can treat acne. Apply aloe Vera juice on affected area twice daily. (Read: Beauty benefits of aloe vera)
Neem: Neem has fungicidal properties hence, it is very effective in treating acne. Make a paste of neem leaves by adding small amount of water. Apply it on the affected areas. (Read: 6 amazing benefits of neem for your skin and hair)
Honey: Honey has both antiseptic and moisturising properties. Apply honey on the affected skin for half an hour. Then try to first rinse the honey off with warm water first, followed by cold water so that pores get closed. (Read: Say goodbye to these 7 common hair and skin problems using honey)
Orange peel: Vitamin C in orange is good for treating acne. Take orange peel and allow it to dry under sun, then grind it into powder form. Add water to the powder, mixing it into a paste. Apply it on the face and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes, and then wash it off. (Read: Orange peel 6 ways it can enhance your beauty)
Grapes: Take fresh chilled grapes, cut in half and then rub it on your skin, and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes then wash your face. (Read: Beat acne, wrinkles with grape face packs)