Acne and blackhead tincture of calendula

Acne tincture of calendula is an old and well-established remedy that is familiar to more than one generation of adolescents and adults suffering from excessive oily skin and rashes. It can be used both in pure form and as part of masks, chatters and tonics.

In order for the application to leave only positive emotions, you need to know how to properly apply the tincture, whether it has contraindications and which recipes with its use have the most pronounced effect.

The benefits of tincture of calendula acne

Properties of calendula tincture, for which owners of problem skin love it:

• pronounced antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect;
• decreased sebum production, drying effect;
• regenerative properties, thanks to which the product copes with stagnant spots and traces after acne and acne;
• the ability of the tincture to “draw out” the purulent acne contents and subsequent rapid healing of the resulting wound;
• rapid effect - with regular use, a significant improvement in the condition of the skin of the face is visible after 7-10 days of use.

Despite the low price, tincture is a very effective tool. When used correctly, it can replace expensive cosmetic preparations for the treatment of comedones and inflammations.

How to apply?

To achieve a pronounced effect from the use of tincture, it is important to remember the rules for its use:

• the drug is used only pointwise on the affected areas of the skin;
• for use on large affected surfaces, it is diluted with water in a 1: 1 ratio, and with this lotion gently wipe the face, avoiding the appearance of peeling.

If during the application itching, burning or peeling appeared, the use of the drug should be stopped immediately.

The most effective folk recipes

Folk recipes are used to solve many problems, and acne is no exception. Homemade masks, lotions, chatters with the addition of calendula in them have a beneficial effect on the condition of problem skin. They are able to reduce the number of comedones and inflammations, make oily skin more matte.

Below are the most effective means with a decoction and tincture of calendula in the composition.

Calendula decoction masks

The advantage of masks is that. that in addition to the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, they can introduce ingredients that will soften and moisturize the skin, prevent its overdrying.

Due to the alcohol composition, the tincture in the composition of the masks may have a pronounced drying effect, so it is better to use a decoction instead. It is not difficult to prepare it, the following ingredients will be required:

• 2 tablespoons of dried marigold flowers;
• litere of water.

Pour the flowers of calendula into a small saucepan, add water and put on low heat. Allow to boil and simmer in a water bath for no more than 20 minutes. Allow to cool the resulting broth, strain. Store in the refrigerator for no more than 48 hours.

Below are the recipes for the most effective masks with calendula decoction:

1. Honey. Take a decoction of calendula and honey (preferably lime) in a ratio of 3: 1, mix thoroughly. the resulting mixture is applied to the face using fingers or a cotton pad. For a better effect, you can use a dry cloth mask. It is moistened in the resulting solution and applied to the face. The exposure time of the mask is 15 minutes, after which it is washed off with water at room temperature.
2. With Aloe Vera. To prepare such a composition, take thick fleshy leaves of the plant, peel, pierce in a blender until gruel is formed. If such a plant is not at home, aloe vera gel can be used. A tablespoon of calendula decoction is mixed with 3 tablespoons of aloe, applied to the face and washed off after 15 minutes.
3. Clay. 4 tablespoons of blue cosmetic clay are diluted with calendula decoction to the state of pancake dough. The mixture is applied with fingers or a cosmetic brush to wet skin, hold for 15 minutes, rinse with cool water.

You can apply such masks 1 - 2 times a week. After using them, a cream is applied to the face by the type of skin.

Acne Lotion

The advantages of this lotion are obvious - it is easy to prepare at home, it contains natural ingredients and has a pronounced effect. To prepare it you will need:

• 1 teaspoon of alcohol tincture of calendula;
• 1 teaspoon of honey (liquid varieties are preferred);
• 100 ml of cool boiled water.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly. Pour the lotion into a dark glass container with a tightly screwed lid.

Mode of application: Moisten a cotton pad with the product and wipe the face, excluding the area around the eyes and mouth. After half an hour, rinse with cool water.

This tool relieves inflammation, reduces the amount of acne, soothes and disinfects.

Calendula tincture, chloramphenicol, aspirin

Tincture helps with oily skin. The following ingredients will be needed:

• 25 ml of alcohol tincture of calendula;
• chloramphenicol - 2 tablets;
• aspirin - 2 tablets.

Crush the medicine to a powder state and mix with tincture. Wipe the most oily parts of the face with the mixture once a day.

Talker for skin problems

A simple and effective tool that has anti-inflammatory, healing and antimicrobial effects.

To prepare it you will need:

• calendula tincture - 20 ml;
• paracetamol - 3 tablets;
• chloramphenicol - 3 tablets.

The tablets are ground to a fine powder, mixed with tincture and mixed thoroughly. The resulting mixture was cleaned in the refrigerator and insisted day. Apply daily before bedtime, rubbing the inflamed areas of the skin.

How to prepare tincture at home?

If there is time and desire, then the alcohol tincture of calendula can be prepared independently. The following ingredients will be needed:

• 2 tablespoons of dried marigold flowers;
• 1 cup (250 ml) of vodka or alcohol (40%).

The flowers are placed in a dark glass container, poured with vodka or alcohol, cleaned in a dark cool place and insisted for 10 days. After that, the product is ready for use.

Tincture is used pointwise for acne and acne. After washing, the product is applied to problem areas with a cotton swab. If there are large inflamed elements with purulent contents, then a small piece of a cotton pad is moistened with tincture and applied for 30-60 seconds to an acne. This will help to dry the inflamed element and relieve the symptoms of inflammation.

Contraindications

Despite the large number of positive qualities, tincture of calendula also has some contraindications. They must be considered before deciding on the application.

Tincture is not used in the following cases:

• if the skin is a sensitive type, it is thin and delicate. In this case, the harm from use will be higher than the possible benefits;
• use of the product in the presence of open wounds and cuts is prohibited;
• Allergy sufferers do not use tincture, since there is a high probability of developing negative reactions.

It is important to remember that tincture is always used only pointwise on the affected areas of the skin. Otherwise, the product can greatly dry the skin and provoke the appearance of irritations, peeling and cracks on the surface of the skin.

This tool is not universal, therefore, it must be used with caution, if adverse reactions occur, treatment should be stopped immediately.