l. wash your face with water only, no soap, and scrub with a cloth (freshly washed in non-allergenic soap). 2. spread a paste of oatmeal, mixed with lemon juice and beaten egg on your face. Allow to dry 3. repeat #1 If you must use soap on your face, make sure it is the non-allergenic such as ivory, and rinse well. Do this at least twice a day (when you wake up, and before bed) and five times a day (+ after each meal)is better.

Steaming and Acne Facial Steaming is by far one of the most overlooked ways to get rid of acne. In fact, it is so powerful that acne sufferers only need to do it a few times a month in order to fully benefit from its results. Let’s take the magical acne formula touted by scientists and estheticians everywhere. Acne is the result of: Bacteria + Oil + Clogged pores Without the three, acne simply can not form. What we are doing when we are steaming is removing one of the key ingredients that produce acne. So, it is a wonder that steaming, which virtually eliminates clogged pores is so effective? When you eliminate clogged pores and congestion, acne can simply not form. Not to mention, steaming is free, can be done with minimal tools, costs nearly nothing and can be done as often as necessary. The basic idea behind steaming is that you boil water and simply let the steam do the rest for 10-15 minutes. Herbs enhance the effectiveness of the steam and promote healthier skin. Herbs have surprising effects on the skin. Many are emollient, softening and lubricating; others hydrate and moisturize and most are anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory. Try a “Green Steam”, your skin will thank you for it. E. Borowsky, Esthetician and creator of "green steam", Steaming herbs.

First make sure you know cause of acne. not all acne is caused by oily skin. some women get acne because their skin is overly dry. Using a great daily micro-exfoliant removes the dead skin which can also clog pores. If acne is caused by dry skin, the worst thing one can so is over-dry the skin. The lady who does my facials is the best in town(even with the very high rent she pays at a top end salon, she is so good she has developed a huge clientele and drives a new porsche..most people in that field do not make that kind of money!)She likes dermoligica products. ps; avoid clinique! Their products over-dry the skin, not good no matter what your skin type is!