Acne is caused by a number of things. Stress, excess oil production, environmental conditions, lack of cleanliness and hormonal imbalances can all result in acne in some people at some point in their lives. While acne tends to clear off as people go past their teens, some people continue to experience outbreaks for most parts of their lives. In Ayurveda, acne is considered to be a result of Pitta dosha aggravation. Pitta dosha can be aggravated by eating too much fried or oily foods, tea, coffee, alcohol as well as conditions such as pollution, tension, stress and exposure to harsh chemicals. In order to treat acne, the Ayurvedic treatments will start with a change in eating habits and prescribe various natural ingredients with cleansing properties. For instance, garlic, lime, and turmeric are widely used to treat acne in all ages and fetch great results.