Chemicals are not always the answer to skin problems so natural skin remedies can sometimes be the only option. Just the cost alone can put people of creams and ointments so we have tried to come up with some natural skin remedies to combat skin complaints. Some products can be harmful to sensitive skin types where others might not do a great deal to help at all .Natural skin remedies are a place a lot of people are beginning to look at more trying a more natural way may benefit you  so why not take a look.

ALOE VERA

First  of all try to keep your skin clean wash as much as possible at least twice a day for oily skin. Always use  fragrant free soaps like simple soap or citrus soaps like lemon or orange among others. After washing  it is a good idea to dab dry then apply  lemon juice this can remove oils from your face and  body preventing bacteria from growing again always apply with a cotton wool ball or a dry  pad. When the areas are dry then one of the best things to do is to use aloe vera gel by gently rubbing it into your face aloe vera can also be used to reduce wrinkles .

Aloe  vera  is a good moisturiser to if you want to use a mask a good tip is to put honey on your skin it soothes and helps to remove scarring as well as pimples . Leave the honey on your skin for about 15-20 minutes then rinse with cold water . Ice cubes dipped in milk then gently rub on your face will freeze the bacteria and soothe a red and irritated pimple. Cider vinegar is a great natural skin remedy for reducing pimples and scars from acne mix with water and apply over night for the best results .Apply mint leaf juice on the affected area and leave overnight for two weeks to clear your face from acne

For dry skin try mashing up two bananas in a bowl add two table spoons of honey and mix then apply to the dry skin with cotton balls or a pad after 15-20 minutes clean with warm water.

It is important to drink lots of water during the day as this will aid you in keeping hydrated which in turn keeps your skin healthy.

If possible try not to sleep on the same pillow case every day or change it as much as possible to avoid contaminating your clean face by lying on bacteria that will be present on the pillow. If it is possible try to avoid rubbing your face with your hands use a clean tissue to clean or wipe . Remove any make up before you go to bed. If you follow these simple steps it will go along way in the battle against poor skin.

COCOA BUTTER

Cocoa butter is on the lips of most pregnant women in the fight against stretch marks. Many women claimed regular use of cocoa butter was what kept their stretch marks away. Cocoa butter is obtained from the cocoa beans which are fermented, roasted, and then separated from their hulls. It is edible and is used in the making of chocolate but for skin care it is considered an ideal base for medicinal uses The velvety texture, pleasant fragrance   properties of cocoa butter have made it a popular ingredient in products for the skin, such as soaps and lotions. Cocoa butter has great moisturizing properties and is said to be  widely used to prevent dry skin  it is high in fatty acids and hydrates the skin deeply. Also cocoa butter has been said to help skin complaints such as eczema and dermatitis.:

TEA TREE OIL 

Tea tree oil is also made from natural means and  is derived from Australia where the where Aborigines have been using it as an antiseptic to treat cuts and burns for thousands of years. the oil is distilled from the leaves of a tree called Melaleuca alternifolia, you can find tea tree oil in everything from your shampoo to your deodorant, and it has the potential to improve your skin by treating acne, psoriasis, eczema and many other conditions. Tea tree oil kills microorganisms that can cause diseases, and that makes it useful in treating everything from acne, burns and cold sores to fungal infections, insect bites and inflammation.Experts believe that he anti-inflammatory properties of tea tree oil can help treat acne and histamine-induced inflammation caused by many allergies. Tea tree oil is widely used by many but be sure to test an area first to make sure there is no reaction.

Another natural ingredient is Turmeric.

TURMERIC

Turmeric is a spice used mainly in Asian cooking, specifically Thai and Indian. You might know it as more commonly known as curry powder believe it or not turmeric is beneficial to your skin when used as a face mask. Simply combine it with yogurt and a bit of honey and apply to their skin for 20 minutes before washing off. It is said to be great at healing acne and reducing scars coursed by acne if used on a regular basis. Just a word of warning turmeric can in some cases temporarily stain the skin but sating that it can be used as a skin toner if used frequently .

 OLIVE OIL

Olive oil is used all over the Mediterranean many people comment on how the people all look young or how they live longer this could be there over all diet which olive oil is a part. Olive oil is rich in  vitamin -E which nourishes the sin, and iron, which helps the blood transport repairing agents to the skin. You can as well as consume the oil it can also be used as a moisturiser it can be rubbed into the skin especially dry skin .By mixing a little honey and egg yoke with the oil  then apply to the face ,leave for 10-15 minutes then wash with warm water and dab dry this will give your face a body a nice looking glow.