Does Vinegar Help Acne?

The word vinegar basically means "sour wine”. It’s actually a very acidic fluid that comes from fermenting ethanol or other various products, producing ethanolic acid. There are also natural vinegars that have minute amounts of tartaric acid and a variety of other acids. Vinegar has been used since ancient times for health reasons and for cleaning, as well as in a variety of foods – it’s even mentioned in the Bible and the Qur’an where it is called a "blessed seasoning”. Many civilizations have used it, from ancient Egypt to ancient China.

There are many health benefits to vinegar, including relieving sunburn and insect bites, aiding digestion, preventing ulcers, preventing acne, easing headaches, fighting food cravings, helping to eliminate eczema and brown spots, and even curing "Swimmer’s ear”. What make vinegar such a great health benefit are its anti-bacterial properties, and that it helps restore the natural pH balance of the skin.

For many people who have outbreaks of acne, vinegar is a natural remedy that works, and is really easy to use, and is inexpensive. It can help clear up the acne do to its anti-bacterial qualities. I can also help tone the skin and help prevent additional acne from forming. In order to use vinegar to fight acne, there are some easy steps, including washing the skin with mild soap before applying the vinegar. Combine one part vinegar (apple cider vinegar is most recommended) to one part witch hazel, and one part water, and splash this solution on the area with the acne outbreak. Don’t leave it on for more than a minute, then rinse with warm water followed by a rinse with cold water. When this is done daily, it will start clearing up those annoying acne outbreaks. The vinegar helps balance the pH levels, in addition to clearing and eliminating the bacteria that causes acne.

Even a "spot treatment” can be created by combining one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with eight ounces of water and applying directly to the blackheads, pimples, or pustules with a cotton ball several times a day. It fights infection and reduces inflammation.

Since vinegar is a natural solution, this is another great way to help eliminate frustrating acne lesions and restore the skin to a healthy luster. Start using the vinegar treatment as soon as the acne appears and it will soon eliminate the problem.