Acne happens at any age and the reasons of acne development being a myth. Age is not the only factor for acne but there are many others like stress, oil deposition on skin, increased production of the Testosterone hormone, physical and genetic factors, Stress, psychological disturbances, and irregular living habits. The fact is that there are many reasons responsible for acne. For pimples and acne it is preferable to stick as much as possible to natural cure options as they are proven to have less adverse side-effects. It is always advisable not to try anything without a consultation, however appealing and promising the description.

Neem (Azadirachta indica):
The leaves, applied externally, are very useful in skin diseases. It works as an antifungal, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory agent. It works for all skin ailments and is effective in treating eczema, blackspots, ringworm, boils, chronic ulcers, eruptions of smallpox, syphilitic sores and acne. Preferable method would be crushing the leaves into a paste and applying directly to wounds, ulcers or skin diseases.

Sandalwood (Santalum album):
Sandalwood in itself is a cleansing agent. An emulsion or a paste of the wood is a cooling dressing in inflammatory and eruptive skin diseases such as erysipelas, an inflammatory disease of the face, an itchy eruption. The oil is useful for scabies too. This oil mixed with twice its quantity of mustard oil is used for removing pimples. In summer, regular application of sandalwood paste on the body, especially for children has a refreshing effect, which heals any tiny infected spots and acne spots.

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum):
A paste of cinnamon powder prepared with a few drops of fresh lime juice can be applied over pimples and blackheads with beneficial results.

Coriander (Corriandrum sativum):
A teaspoon of coriander juice, mixed with a pinch of turmeric powder, is an effective remedy for pimples, blackheads and dry skin. The mixture should be applied to the face, after washing it thoroughly, every night before retiring.

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum):
Here comes a traditional but powerful one.A paste of the fresh leaves applied on the face every night before going to bed and washed with warm water, prevents one from getting pimples, blackheads, dryness of face and early appearance of wrinkles. It also improves complexion and makes one look years younger.

Tea Tree Oil(Melaleuca alternifolia)
Tea tree oil is a popular home remedy for acne. It is an essential oil that is diluted and applied topically to acne lesions. Being an anti bacterial tea tree oil can kill bacteria. Applying topical tea tree oil to acne lesions is believed to kill Propionibacterium acnes, the skin-dwelling bacteria involved in causing acne.

Lemon(Citrus limon)
Application of fresh lemon juice on the affected area overnight. Wash off with water the next morning. Lemon can be used in various ways. Juice of one lemon mixed with equal quantity of rose water has to applied and then washed after half an hour works. About 15 days of this application helps cure acne and pimples. But one should be careful and use this remedy only if your skin is not sensitive to lemon.

Potatoes(Solanum tuberosum Linnaeus)
Application of peeled potatoes work s wonders for dark circles. Applying grated potatoes to the skin daily for half an hour without washing the skin later works for wrinkles, acne and pimples.

Aloevera (Aloe barbaderis Mill)
Aloevera is known and used for skin ailments for ages now. Known for its power to alleviate skin ailments it can be put to use in two ways: external application or internally by eating it. Aloevera juice applied to acne externally is an effective treatment. It can also be taken internally to treat not only acne but also cures many other diseases.

Strawberries/Strawberry Leaves(Fragaria virginiana)
Applying wetted strawberry leaves improves the complexion. Placing strawberry leaves on the spot of acne help reduce swelling of the area.This is because strawberries have salicylic acid, which is what can be found on the back of any acne wash or toner. Also Strawberries are so great for your skin because they act as a conditioner and toner for your skin.They actually clear up acne and oiliness, make skin younger and smoother, whiten teeth, reduce under-eye puffiness, leave hair glossy and beautifully conditioned.

The most harmless and essential thing to do if you suffer from Acne, pimples and their scars is to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water every day. Drinking water is very beneficial to your skin, kidney and overall health. A balanced diet including fresh fruit and leafy green vegetables in your daily diet will also bring many good changes of your complexion and skin health.