How to Get Rid of Acne - The Water Bath Technique & Oil Cleansing Method

Acne can cause a lot of pain and can be psychologically damaging although not “life threatening” can cause much embarrassing and lower one’s self esteem.

Below are some great tips that can help to get rid of acne in a limited amount of time to get one’s skin clean and clear.

To begin with, you will need the following,
- Clean towels
- A gentle face wash that contains salicylic acid
- Warm water and cold water
- Some castor oil and Virgin olive oil.

After you have the above list ready follow the below listed instructions,

Water Bath Technique
Wash face with a gentle face wash that contains salicylic acid. You must remember to be gentle and not to scrub your face too hard otherwise you will irritate your skin. This stage will help exfoliate your skin and remove any dead cells, dirt and bacteria.

Dip a clean towel in some warm water and apply it you’re your face for three minutes. The water must not be too hot otherwise this will burn your skin.

Then you should rinse your face with cold water for one minute. You will need to repeat the above stage again so re apply the warm towel to your face for three minutes and with rinse with cold water for one more minute. This process will help detoxify your pores and remove any excess dirt, bacteria and oils and can accumulate which may encourage the acne to reappear. After rinsing your face, pat dry with another clean towel.

Oil Cleansing Technique
Mix a small amount of the castor oil and the virgin olive oil in a 50/50 ratio. You can then use your fingertips to massage the affected areas and leave it for several hours. For best result you should leave it on overnight. This may feel slightly thick and sticky but that is totally normal.
By following the above technique, you will find a huge improvement with your acne.