If you have oily skin with acne, you know how hard to find a product that effectively controls excess oil and decreases breakouts without irritating your skin. Fortunately, there is a natural solution that can help: apple cider vinegar.
Apple cider vinegar is an effective natural astringent that can help to achieve balance the pH of your skin, control oil production, and reduce the appearance of acne. We will show you how to make a simple and effective apple cider vinegar tonic for oily skin with acne.
Using only natural ingredients and avoiding harsh chemicals, you can create a gentle and effective skincare solution that is kind to your skin and the environment.
Apple cider vinegar skin tonic recipes
Apple Cider Vinegar and Green Tea Tonic
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of green tea,
- 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar,
- 1/4 cup of distilled water.
Instructions
- Brew, as usual, a cup of green tea and let it cool.
- Mix the cooled green tea, apple cider vinegar, and distilled water in a bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a clean bottle with a lid.
- Shake well before use.
- Apply the tonic to your skin using a cotton ball, avoiding the eye area.
- Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and rinse off with warm water.
Benefits: This tonic is rich in antioxidants and has antibacterial properties, which can help reduce inflammation and prevent acne.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Aloe Vera Tonic
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar,
- 1/4 cup of aloe vera gel,
- 1/4 cup of distilled water.
Instructions
- Combine the apple cider vinegar, aloe vera gel, and distilled water in a bowl.
- Mix well until the ingredients are fully blended.
- Pour the mixture into a clean bottle with a lid.
- Shake well before use.
- Apply the tonic to your face using a cotton ball or your fingertips.
- Leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse it off with warm water.
Benefits: This tonic is hydrating and soothing, making it ideal for sensitive skin. Aloe vera gel has anti-inflammatory properties that can help decrease redness and irritation.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Tea Tree Oil Tonic
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar,
- 1/4 cup of distilled water,
- 10 drops of tea tree oil.
Instructions
- Combine the apple cider vinegar, distilled water, and tea tree oil in a bowl.
- Mix well until the ingredients are fully blended.
- Pour the mixture into a clean bottle with a lid.
- Shake well before use.
- Apply the tonic to your face using a cotton ball or your fingertips, avoiding the eye area.
- Leave it on for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse it off with warm water.
Benefits: This tonic has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce acne and prevent breakouts. Tea tree oil has also effectively reduced the appearance of scars and blemishes.
General recommendations for using apple cider vinegar-based skin toners
- Patch test first: Before using any new skin product, including apple cider vinegar-based toners, it’s important to do a patch test first. Apply a minor tonic to a small area of your skin, such as your inner wrist, and wait 24 hours to see if you have any adverse reactions.
- Apply with a cotton ball: Apply the toner to your face using a cotton pad or ball, gently swiping it over your skin in an upward motion.
- Avoid the eye area: Apple cider vinegar can be irritating to the eyes, so be sure to avoid applying the toner around your eyes.
- Leave it on or rinse off: You can leave the toner on your skin for a few minutes. Then rinse it off with warm water. Or you can leave it on as an overnight treatment.
- Follow up with moisturizer: Apple cider vinegar toners can be drying to the skin. So, it’s important to follow up with a moisturizer to help hydrate your skin.
- Be sure to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen or a moisturizer with UV protection after using the toner to protect your skin from UV damage.
Note: If you have sensitive skin or any skin conditions, it’s always best to consult with a dermatologist before using any new skin products.
