alternative skin/acne treatment?

I have sensitive skin that is prone to breaking out. Not huge pimples, they are more like smaller bumps. Not sure how to treat them. Salycilic acid makes my skin all red and dry, and I don't like using skin products containing it. I have heard lavender can calm skin, and I have tried it, but it didn't work as well as I would have liked. Could my diet be influencing my skin? I am just looking for alternative treatments that have worked for other people's skin. thanks!

Suggestion:

Your diet can absolutely cause your skin to break out, so can hormones.
If you're constantly eating greasy, junk food, your skin will be greasy and broken out. Avoid sodas, fast food, junk food, ect.
Try eating lots of fresh veggies, and fruits.
Also drink lots of water, being dehydrated, can actually cause you to break out.

Try pouring boiling water into a bowl and putting you face close to it, with a towel over your head. Sit there for 10-15 minutes, then use a towel, dipped in ice water, to rub your face. The steam opens your pores, and the cold water closes them.

I've also heard that witch hazel can be effective in treating acne. I've never tried it.

Try an apricot, sea salt, or sugar scrub/exfoliator. You should be able to get them where ever most face cleaners are sold. I personally LOVE apricot scrubs. I use one on my whole body.

There are also tons of face peels that you can get, that do not contain salicylic acid. I love those also.

Good luck!