After going on & off of birth control 7yrs ago the hormonal imbalances I experienced caused cystic acne & it was important to me to try and reverse it as naturally as possible, while also healing the root cause of the acne and hormonal imbalance. It didnt change overnight and it wasn't the only thing I changed during the past 7 years however I still, to this day use this face mask and have seen firsthand the results in my own skin and believe that its worth a try for anyone dealing with cystic acne. If it could truly help someone then I'm happy I shared about it! Acne can be awful to deal with, especially for young teenagers, and if it prevents having to use prescription medicines that have side effects then that would make me so happy! Plus all of these ingredients are things you likely have in your home right now and all are healthy natural ingredients that don't have bad side effects but have positive benefits beyond just acne control. Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Consult with your Doctor first. Always spot test on your skin to minimize skin reactions for sensitive skin. Recipe: 1 Lemon 1 TBLS Apple Cidar Vinegar (ACV) 1 tsp Organic Raw Honey (Locally sourced is best) 1/2 tsp Turmeric Baking Soda (add as needed to create a paste) Combine Lemon juice from squeezed lemon, ACV, Turmeric and honey until combined. Start adding in the Baking Soda a TBLS at a time until the mixture becomes a paste that is spreadable but not too runny. Make sure your face and neck is freshly washed. Use a clean makeup brush or your hands to gently wipe on the mixture until your face is coated evenly. You can also use just on trouble spots, especially if you have dry skin in some areas. Leave on skin for up to 20 minutes or until mixture has begun to dry and start to flake off. With a damp warm washcloth gently wash off in concentric circles, focusing on gently exfoliating the skin but being careful not to scrub to hard and break open any sensitive areas. Once the mask has been washed thoroughly off make sure to moisturize with a gentle moisturizer. Do not skip this step because you just removed a lot of moisture from your skin, along with the impurities so hydrating is vital.