What natural home remedies can help treat hormonal acne in those with PCOS?

Reviewed by Yoshinori Abe, MD

Internal Medicine

Spearmint tea is a natural remedy that may help reduce hormonal acne in people with PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). Studies suggest that drinking spearmint herbal tea twice daily can lower elevated androgen levels, the male hormones responsible for acne breakouts, excess facial hair, and other PCOS symptoms.

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Reviewed for medical accuracy: 07/14/2026

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Explanation

Spearmint herbal tea has been shown to have anti-androgen effects, which means it can help reduce levels of male hormones in the body. This is important for people with PCOS, as high androgen levels can lead to symptoms like hormonal acne. Drinking spearmint tea might help lower these hormone levels, potentially improving acne.

How Spearmint Tea Works:

Anti-androgen Effects: It can help reduce male hormones that cause acne.
Easy to Use: Simply brew and drink spearmint tea regularly.

While spearmint tea might help, it is important to remember that results can vary from person to person. If you're experiencing symptoms like hormonal acne or suspect you may have PCOS, you can check your symptoms to better understand what might be causing them and determine if you should talk to a healthcare provider about managing PCOS and its symptoms.

(References)

Grant P. (2010). Spearmint herbal tea has significant anti-androgen effects .... Phytotherapy research : PTR, 19585478.

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