Further Natural Acne Remedy
Beyond the common natural acne remedy, there are a few
other interesting options available and worth mentioning at this time.
Diet and vitamin supplements
Unlike former days, when the diets of civilizations included only
naturally occurring food from the ground, the usage of fertilizers and
pesticides has taken a toll on the nutrient content of much of the food
that we eat. Add to this the fact that our food is further manipulated
by chemical preservatives and you have some further explanations for the
occurrences of some acne breakout. To combat this, observing a proper
and balanced diet and taking a hearty multi-vitamin can actually go a
long way towards preventing certain bio-chemical conditions which
provide fertile ground for acne.
Echinacea and Oregon grape
These herbs are both useful for boosting the body’s immune system and
also combating many forms of acne-causing bacteria.
Vitamin A
Used in large quantities, vitamin A has actually been used to
successfully treat some severe forms of acne. But it must be clear that
if you plan to use vitamin A as a possible remedy you should consult a
physician because, if used in large enough doses, it can be toxic.
Zinc
This vitamin, if added to one’s diet, can actually aid in the healing of
acne lesions and help in the prevention of scarring.
Herbal Natural Acne Remedy
Herbs are commonly used as a natural acne remedy because of their blood
cleansing function. When toxins accumulate in the blood, the liver works
less efficiently and cannot metabolize hormones effectively. This leads
to skin eruptions (i.e., an external manifestation of an internal
imbalance), resulting in acnes.
Below are some herbs that can be used as natural acne remedy:
Burdock (Arctium lappa) - Used as a blood purifier when taken
internally and as an antibacterial when applied topically.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) - Used as a liver purifier. The
leaves may be applied topically in a poultice.
Chaste tree berry (Vitex agnus) - Indicated for acne associated
with the menstrual period.
Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) - Used as a skin disinfectant.
It penetrates the skin layer and kills the bacterials. You can purchase
tea tree oil or tea tree cream easily from most pharmacies. Natural Acne Remedy Series
Part 1 -
Natural Acne Treatment
Part 2 -
Best Acne Treatment
Part 3 - Further Natural Acne Remedy
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