Sage (Salvia Officinalis) – Extracts of this herb can help to treat acne while cleansing, closing pores and restoring your skin’s natural elasticity. Favored by the ancient Egyptians, sage has long been used as a treatment for a wide range of medical conditions – not to mention its culinary uses. Sage contains the phenolic acid rosmarinic acid, which is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.