Acne Remedies What are some heme remedies for Acne?
I have had severe acne for well over 6 years. I have tried perscriptions, but recently I have lost my job, and now I am running low on cash, so here is my question: Are there any good to great home remedies to cure or at least help with fighting off acne?
Here's some natural home remedies.
-Eat a serving daily of almonds(20), sunflower seeds (1/4 cup), or walnuts(14 halves) they have zinc. Also take zinc supplements. (when there's acne; there's usually zinc deficiency).
-Omega-3. Omega-3 fatty acids give the skin healing power. Omega-3 helps to clear up acne by thinning the sebum that clogs the pores. Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids include fish and fish oils. Salmon and flaxseed oils are known for boosting Omega-3. (You can take Omega 3 supplements)
-Tea Tree Oil. Apply tea tree oil to the area several times each day. Some research indicates that tea tree oil is just as effective as benzoyl peroxide, the number one over-the-counter acne treatment.
-Sugar. Cut the sugar out of your diet. I used to have monthly flare-ups of blemishes. The remedy that worked best for me was to give up sugar. I replaced the sugar in my diet with honey. Believe it or not, refined sugar is processed to remove the nutrients. The bi-product is molasses, which retains all the nutrition lost in the processing. If you must eat sugar, eat brown unrefined sugar and cut back when your acne flares up. Artificial sweeteners come with a variety of warnings and health risks. Splenda does not currently contain warning labels, but it is highly processed and refined and simply not what nature intended. (Also avoid greasy oily foods like fast food or deep fried) Make sure you make your own fresh fruit juices. Eat lots of greens & salads. Drink green tea 2-3xs a day. Drink lots of water (8-10 glasses a day)
-Lemon Juice and Aloe. Each of these may be used with positive results on acne. The lemon juice works to clean your pours. The aloe works to heal skin damage. Studies have shown that treating the sores with aloe will reduce scars and speed healing.
-Raw Egg. To cure acne immediately, wash and dry your face. Beat a raw egg and apply this to your skin. Allow the egg to dry and stand on your skin for at least half an hour. Rinse off. The egg will immediately improve the look and feel of your skin.
Looking for an acne remedy? Let me give a brief on what it is and what type of acne you have.
What is Acne?
Acne is caused when the follicles or pores of the skin become blocked. When the follicle becomes blocked, natural oils that would normally drain through the pores get blocked beneath your skin and bacteria can begin to grow.
There are two types of acne:
• Non-inflammatory – Non-inflamed skin blemishes known as whiteheads and blackheads. Whiteheads may appear on your skin as little white spots and occur when the trapped oils and bacteria stay below the skin’s surface. Blackheads appear as little black spots and occur when the trapped oils and bacteria are turned black by the skin’s pigments.
• Inflammatory – this occurs when the follicle wall ruptures causing the area to become inflamed. The first stage of inflammatory acne is the papule stage – when the follicle break occurs, this causes white blood cells to rush in causing the pore to become inflamed. The second stage of inflammatory acne occurs when the white blood cells reach the surface of the skin.
Acne Remedy
A physician can treat acne or it can be treated naturally. There are many over-the-counter acne remedies and in severe cases, your physician may prescribe medications. Be sure to discuss with your physician any side effects or interaction risks with other drugs or foods. There are natural acne remedies as well that have been proven to help decrease the onset of acne symptoms.
Some natural acne remedies include:
• Diet – a healthy diet that includes whole, unprocessed foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, and foods that contain Omega-3 fatty acids. You should avoid processed and packaged foods, foods that contain trans fats, and fried foods.
• Vitamin A – helps to reduce overproduction of oils that can block the follicles.
• Zinc – can help heal skin blemishes and helps to reduce inflammation of the skin.
• Vitamin B6 – helps decrease sensitivity of the skin to the effects of testosterone and helps decrease outbreaks of acne during the menstrual cycle.
• Tea tree oil – helps to reduce bacteria and inflammation during acne outbreaks.
• Massage – massaging the skin helps to increase circulation and can prevent the blocking of follicles, or pores.
• Baking Soda – can be used to exfoliate your skin and helps to neutralize acid content.
• Evening Primrose – a natural remedy for pain and inflammation.
• Aloe Vera – helps to reduce scars and improve overall skin condition. Aloe Vera is a good acne remedy
• Carrot Juice – helps with digestion to prevent acne.
• Cucumber Juice – helps to purify the blood and lymphatic system.
• Egg whites – reduces swelling caused by inflammation.
• Molkosan – this is derived from whey products and helps with digestion and helps to regulate metabolism.
• Neem oil – oils from this tree have anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral properties that help to heal skin lesions.
• Oatmeal – helps to draw oil and impurities out of skin.
• Sugar – has antibacterial properties to help cleanse the skin.
• Oregon grape – works as an antibiotic and can help stimulate the immune system.
• Folic Acid – helps to reduce outbreaks that occur at the onset of the menstrual cycle.
• Vitamin C – helps to boost the immune system.
As with many diseases and illnesses, the key to preventing the outbreak of acne is to live a healthy lifestyle that includes a healthy diet and regular exercise. A healthy diet provides your body with the nutrients needed to have healthy skin. A regular exercise routing helps to keep your blood flowing properly and helps to keep your skin healthy. You should learn which foods are more prone to cause acne outbreaks and avoid these foods.
Acne is sometimes the result of natural hormonal changes in the body brought on by the menstrual cycle. Eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly will help your body deal with these natural changes better and decrease the risk of an acne outbreak. It is important to keep your skin clean and free of bacteria that may cause inflammation during acne outbreaks. Living a healthy lifestyle will decrease your risks of acne outbreaks and will help you to combat the outbreaks should they occur.
So, I hope I have covered necessary tips on acne remedy and given an insight of various acne remedies.
About the Author
Dr John Anne is an herbal specialist with years of experience and extensive research on herbs and alternative health. If you are looking for more information, read about Acne Remedies at http://www.ayurvediccure.com/acne/acne-herbal-treatment.html . AyurvedicCure.com is the World’s Largest Alternative Health Portal. You can also participate in Health Q&A where you can ask questions and share your remedies. If you are worried about your baby’s health, read about Baby Eczema and Eczema in Childrens.
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