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How to Get Rid of Acne With Aspirin

Do you want to clear up and get rid of acne on your face? There is a cheap, easy way to get rid of acne with a homemade mask. You can make this acne face mask with product probably already found in your home. Aspirin is the main ingredient in this mask. It cures acne because the aspirin acts as an inflammatory and reduces the redness and swelling of a pimple. Aspirin is a very concentrated form of salicylic acid made of acetylsalicylic acid. An Aspirin Acne mask is particularly useful for painful acne and pimples.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • aspirin
  1. Step 1

    Find un-coated aspirin tablets. I found mine at the dollar store.

  2. Step 2

    Crush the tablets (about five- ten) in a small bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Add a couple drops of warm water to make a semi-thick paste.

  4. Step 4

    Spread the paste on your face and let dry for about fifteen minutes. Rinse with warm water. Splash your face with cold water to tighten your pores.

Tips & Warnings
  • Try applying so aloe-vera gel or lotion to your face to help heal your skin after using the mask.
  • Use the mask about once a week or as needed. Overuse can lead to extra dry skin.
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