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Priyanka Chopra to Shraddha Kapoor: 5 Bollywood celebrities who struggled with acne and the DIY remedies that helped them

TOI Lifestyle Desk
| etimes.in | Last updated on - Apr 29, 2026, 15:00 IST
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Journey from acne to clear skin

If you exited high school without acne issues, you are lucky, as nearly every teenager deals with acne while growing up, and even Bollywood’s most flawless faces have dealt with it. Some celebrities have openly shared their acne struggles and trusted home remedies for the same. So, if you’re also a someone struggling with acne, follow the journey of these 5 celebs.

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Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra has openly discussed her acne journey and how she embraced traditional skincare. She prefers yoghurt-based facials combined with turmeric, which she has used to this day. This combination works because yoghurt contains lactic acid, which is good for gentle exfoliation, and turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties. This is a science-backed natural remedy and is effective when used correctly.


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Adah Sharma

Adah Sharma has opened up about dealing with stubborn acne since her teenage years. She believes in the power of fuller’s earth or Multani Mitti, which absorbs excess oil, cleanses pores, and reduces overall inflammation. This is also a traditional remedy that still holds immense relevance and is perfect for oily and acne-prone skin.


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Shraddha Kapoor

Shraddha revealed a common hack that surprised her fans: she used to apply toothpaste on her pimples to dry them out. This sometimes works, as toothpaste contains drying agents like silica, which reduces moisture in pimples. However, dermatologists discourage this method, as it might irritate sensitive skin.


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Malaika Arora

Malaika has always advocated for natural, at-home skincare remedies, using gentle treatments with natural ingredients rather than harsh ones, even since her teenage years. She believes that a mild and consistent routine can help her, but obviously, it varies from person to person, and we surely agree with her approach.
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Tamannaah Bhatia

Tamanaah Bhatia surprised her fans when she revealed that she had to deal with acne issues during her teenage years, where she applied a pinch of morning saliva on her pimples. She believes that this dries out the acne for her, but dermatologists have strongly warned against this practice, as it can increase bacterial risks and is misleading. Well, some celebrity DIYs can also worsen the acne, so beware.
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