DIY Acne Gel With Essential Oils

Aloe vera is the perennial plant growing primary in the tropical part of the world. Traditionally aloe vera is often used as the potent medicine in various part of the world. It is the small herb, which can attend the height of around hundred centimeters in height. The succulent plant has weird waxy leaves that contain gel in the inner part. The gel is used for the various purposes.

Various studies have been conducted found out that aloe vera does, in fact, have several amazing properties that are effective in treating a variety of skin conditions.

Benefits of Aloe Vera Gel for Skin

• It treats sunburn.
• It acts as a moisturizer.
• It treats acne.
• It fights aging.
• It lessens the visibility of stretch marks.

Ingredients Used & Their Benefits

• Aloe Vera Gel –Acne is the skin is marked by the inflamed and infection in the sebaceous gland leading to reddish in the skin. The antibacterial quality of the acne is beneficial in the soothing the occurrence of the acne.
• Tea Tree Essential Oil – Tea tree essential oil is renowned for its powerful, purifying, antibacterial properties. It is a popular remedy for acne and pimples. It is good for acne because it has potent disinfectant properties that fight off acne-causing bacteria. The astringent properties in tea tree tighten large pores and reduce excess oils on the skin.
• Juniper Berry Essential Oil – This amazing has natural antibacterial and antimicrobial abilities, making it one of the most popular natural remedies for fighting skin irritations and infections. It is one of the most favored natural remedies for skin problems especially acne. It also reduces stretch marks and helps other skin conditions that occur because of hormonal imbalance
• Lavender Essential Oil – Lavender essential oil also has antibacterial properties and can be used directly on the skin to fight acne. It’s useful for reducing acne inflammation and as well as fading away acne scars.
• Clary Sage Essential Oil – Clary sage works wonders in healing hormonal acne.  Clary sage contains a particular chemical called linalyl acetate which works to reduce inflammation and prevents acne scarring.  It balances skin sebum and promotes clear skin. This oil also regulates the oil production of the skin, which can help future acne from forming.

DIY Acne Gel

What you need:

• ½ cup aloe vera gel
• 10 drops tea tree essential oil
• 7 drops lavender essential oil
• 10 drops juniper berry essential oil
• 7 drops clary sage essential oil
• 4 oz amber glass jar for storage
• Small bowl
• Whisk

Directions:

• In a medium-sized bowl, add ½ cup aloe vera gel.
• Add drops of all the essential oils required
• Mix by whisking the contents to evenly distribute the essential oils into the aloe gel.
• Transfer your DIY Acne Gel into a jar. (Remember to use an amber colour or blue jar; because exposure to light can make your gel spoil faster. Also, glass storage containers are the best for storing any essential oil products)
• Store in a cool dry place.
• To use, get a dime-sized amount on your clean palm and apply on your freshly washed damp face.
• Let it dry

This DIY acne gel feels incredibly good on the skin. Please try it out and let me know how it goes!