Natural Acne Cures
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Like anything in life, especially potentially embarrassing ailments, companies quite rightly will jump on the problem to create a solution for the customer to buy. Now that is great, but when we are disscussing some of these ailments such as acne, is it really necessary to put some of these harsh chemicals on the skin?
Well I think you probably know my answer to that, so we are going to spend the rest of this article looking at some ways to cure acne in a more natural way.
Natural acne cures are less costly and are probably more successful than prescription medications for dealing with acne. Most natural acne cures are made of plant extracts that dry up black and white heads and soothe the skin, without actually drying the skin itself out. Natural acne cures are everywhere you look; herbals, aloes and stuff like that. All sounds real good, but how can natural be bad for you? Natural acne cures are products with substances not man made or synthetic but rather substances that are naturally occurring in the Earth.
They can be anything, but has to be non-poisonous to the human body, so lets have a look at some of the natural acne cures that are available. Vitamins B3, B5 and E have been strongly advocated by supporters of natural remedies. Oral formulations that clean up blood and digestive system are just as popular as creams and lotions. Vitamin C topical also boosts collagen production in the skin. You should consult with your doctor about Vitamin C topical brand because Vitamin C is highly unstable and must be formulated properly. Dietary supplements, such as folic acid, echinacea and zinc can have drastic effects upon the skin, without introducing harsh and alien chemical substances into the body.
A healthy diet and a good cleansing routine are also extremely important, as these are the basic tools for healthy skin, that will give your body the tools it needs to fight acne effectively. Diet is a natural treatment that will help you effectively treat your acne problem. Coconut oil and various herbs, such as burdock and dandelion root have proven to be effective acne treatments as well. Tea tree oil contains a constituent called terpinen-4-oil that’s thought to be responsible for most of tea tree oil’s anti-bacterial activity. Because tea tree oil can kill bacteria, applying topical tea tree oil to acne lesions is believed to kill Propionibacterium acnes , the skin-dwelling bacteria involved in causing acne. Tea Tree oil is used by some for acne and others even bathe in a soothing hot tub of Epsom salts. This can be especially helpful for acne that’s broken out on your back.
Herbal remedies and even homemade treatments such as garlic rubs, honey and cinnamon and even lemon juice might have an impact. It’s worth trying these options and other natural acne cures and treatment choices before moving up to more harsh treatments, if it is at all possible. Finally, the most natural cure of all - our food and water. Drinking enough water each day is vitally important. Drink lots of water, and eat a healthy diet. And by a healthy diet I mean getting rid of the fried and processed food, and increasing the amount of fruit and veg that you eat. You have probably heard it before, but you do need to be eating your five portions a day. While there are no clear connections with acne to a person’s diet, your skin is the largest organ on your body and keeping your body healthy will naturally keep your skin healthy.
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July 01 2008 07:06 pm | Acne
July 2nd, 2008 at 6:21 pm
Can I expand on your excellent post?
Acne vulgaris (commonly called acne) is a skin disease caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units (skin structures consisting of a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland). Severe acne is inflammatory, but acne can also manifest in noninflammatory forms. Acne lesions are commonly referred to as pimples, spots, or zits.
Acne is most common during adolescence, affecting more than 85% of teenagers, and frequently continues into adulthood. For most people, acne diminishes over time and tends to disappear—or at the very least decrease—after one reaches his or her early twenties. There is, however, no way to predict how long it will take to disappear entirely, and some individuals will continue to suffer well into their thirties, forties and beyond.
The term acne comes from a corruption of the Greek ???? (acme in the sense of a skin eruption) in the writings of Aëtius Amidenus. The most common form of acne is known as “acne vulgaris”, meaning “common acne”. Many teenagers get this type of acne.
The face and upper neck are the most commonly affected, but the chest, back and shoulders may have acne as well. The upper arms can also have acne, but lesions found there are often keratosis pilaris, not acne. Typical acne lesions are comedones, inflammatory papules, pustules and nodules. Some of the large nodules were previously called “cysts” and the term nodulocystic has been used to describe severe cases of inflammatory acne.
Aside from scarring, its main effects are psychological, such as reduced self-esteem and, according to at least one study, depression or suicide. Acne usually appears during adolescence, when people already tend to be most socially insecure. Early and aggressive treatment is therefore advocated by some to lessen the overall impact to individuals.
July 2nd, 2008 at 7:44 pm
Wow thanks for the great comment and taking the time to write it.
If you ever want to write a post for me and the readers to get more information on acne from you just let me know
July 4th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
Great article about acne cures. I never thought about lemon juice so that was definitely new information for me.
You are right on about water. One of the things that can really help with acne and in general health is to make sure that you are drinking the purest and cleanest water possible. So, make sure that you are using the best kind of water filter to help ensure this.
August 7th, 2008 at 10:46 pm
I suffer from acne myself. I like reading posts about it and browsing sites like yours reading what people have to say about the different cures. I find lots of different opinions thx