DIY face scrub. When I am having really bad breakouts (and picking my skin) I use this home regimen to clear my skin FAST.
2 tablespoons of baking soda. 1 tablespoon of lime or lemon juice (fresh squeeze only). 1 teaspoon of a carrier oil (olive oil, avocado oil [my fav!], coconut oil, ect.). 1-3 drops of an anti-bacterial or anti-fungal essential oil (rosemary, lavender, tea tree, eucalyptus, ect.).
Mix all ingredients together until an even paste is made. Add more citrus juice or carrier oil as needed. Lightly scrub face, and let sit on skin for 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
Please note this scrub may burn or irritate your skin if you have open wounds or inflamed acne. I personally use it anyways because it helps the healing process, but it does sting for the first few minutes. Essential oils can cause allergic reactions and skin irritations. Apply a small amount of oil to the hand or arm before using to check for reactions. If you are not familiar with essential oils, please start by using 1 drop only. After rinsing your face, there may be a trace amount of carrier oil residue on your skin. This is ok, as it acts as a moisturizer, but lightly dap off excess oil if you wish. You may not need to use a face lotion after using this scrub because of the oil residue. Do not use more than once a week.
*Use at your own risk. Check with your doctor before trying any new regimens. I am not responsible for any unwanted reactions. This works for me, but may not work for you.