For pimples, apply toothpaste (not gel) or ice before going to bed to reduce the swelling. Other overnight acne home remedies to reduce swelling include putting strawberry leaves on the acne, applying fresh mint or lemon juice and washing off in the morning. Applying aloe vera gel twice daily will speed up healing of breakout. Proper cleansing will speed healing and prevent future problems.

Several things to try to reduce oiliness include washing your face twice a day in warm salty water or vinegar diluted 1 to 10 with warm water. Treatment with masks can help resolve breakouts. Mix the juice of one lemon with an equal quantity of rose water and apply this mixture to the affected area and let it remain for about half an hour before washing with water. Or just clean face with cotton wool dipped in rose water two to three times daily.