Many of us have had our own share of acne nightmares and I am sure it was never good. In fact acne stumps out our confidence and spoils our look. The best way to treat this problem is by approaching it with natural means. This way we can solve all the problems associated with acne, like swelling and scarring and can also prevent them from coming back.
Ways To Cure Acne
Herbs For Acne
Herbs help to clean your entire system, clear up the acne and reduce the ugly scars left behind the acne. Most herbs can be taken in form of herbal teas. You can start with Burdock. Burdock is an excellent herb for the skin.
It helps in the elimination of toxic material from the body. It purifies the blood too. There are other potential acne-clearing herbs that you can use like, Aloe vera, calendula, cedar wood, Juniper, Tea Tree etc.
Daily Exercising
Exercise keeps your body fit and healthy and also helps your skin. When you exercise, the blood circulation increases and you sweat.
Along with the sweat, harmful, acne causing toxins also leave the body. Use a cleanser immediately after an exercise session to ensure that the toxins from the skin are removed.
Diet For Acne Prone Skin
Many a times, acne maybe genetic but a proper balanced diet can drastically improve the appearance of the skin and clear away the blemishes.
To clear the acne you need to watch what you eat, you may even have to give up on food items you love and chew upon food that you think should have been created at all! The first thing you need to do is drink plenty of water. Water flushes all toxins and helps in cell regeneration. Your aim is to eat foods that provide acne-fighting vitamins and minerals.
Vitamin C
This vitamin eliminates the scars and the spots that the acne leaves behind. It also prevent future scarring. Include lots of tomatoes, raspberries, blueberries, oranges, grapefruits and melons in your daily diet. The recommended amount is 500mg per day.
Vitamin E
This anti-oxidant vitamin so removes acne. You’ll find this essential vitamin in nuts, whole grains and some vegetables.
Most professionals recommend a daily intake of 250 mg. You’ll need to take external supplementation to get that amount of the vitamin.
Zinc
It has been seen that zinc prevents break outs. Zinc also helps the body to absorb Vitamins that is required by the body. Zinc is present in eggs, fishes, bean etc. The recommended amount is about 10mg.
Skin Care Regime
Daily skin care is really essential if you have acne. You cannot use harsh soaps or face washes. Choose herbal products especially those with Tea tree oil. Scrub daily to remove the dead cells. I would recommend that you use some homemade scrubs for this.
Avoid putting make-up; in case you need to apply makeup, make sure you use a good brand . Always ensure that you remove make-up before going off to bed. Daily moisturizing is also important. Use a light (preferably aloe vera moisturizers) moisturizer on the skin.
Garlic Juice
Garlic fights against the acne causing microbes. Chop up a clove of garlic and rub the raw juice on the acne. This will not only reduce the acne on the skin but will also prevent any scarring.
Turmeric-Neem Paste
This mask works wonders on the skin. It removes the acne, clears blemish spots and brightens the skin at the same time. Prepare a paste of turmeric and add some Neem paste (Azadirachta indica). Mix well.
You may also add 1teaspoon paste. Add a bit of water to bring the mixture to a paste-like consistency. You may use rose water instead of normal water. Apply this all over the acne and let it dry. Wash off with cold water.
Potato Juice
Raw potato is really good for the skin. It reduces the redness and the swelling associated with severe acne. It also removes the scars. Finely grate a piece of raw potato. Put this on the entire acne affected region and leave on for about 1/3 an hour. Wash off with water.
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Cinnamon Powder And Honey Mix
Cinnamon is a natural acne-fighting agent. It contains chemicals that remove the bacteria from the skin. Mix 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder and 3 teaspoons of pure honey. Mix thoroughly and then apply it all over the affected area. Let it dry. This will take about 30- 45 minutes. Wash off with tepid water.
Oatmeal Scrub
Oatmeal helps to remove the dead skin cells, unclogs the clogged pores and thus helps in eliminating the break outs. In a bowl, put 1 tablespoon of oatmeal. Add enough rose water to make a paste. Spread this paste on your face and rub in a bit.
Let it remain for some time and then wash off using cold water. If you have If you have oily skin, then use some lemon juice instead of the normal water and in case you have dry skin you can use some milk.
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is an excellent astringent and it also cleans the skin very well. It reduces acne and also lightens the visible scars. Mix equal proportions of freshly squeezed lemon juice and pure rose water.
Mix well and apply this on the affected area with the help of a cotton ball. Let it dry on the skin. Wash off using warm water. Follow this regularly for 15-20 days and you will surely notice the difference.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Dilute the vinegar using some water. Dab this on the acne prone region with a cotton ball. This will help reduce the inflammation and eliminate the acne.
Always use the diluted form of the vinegar, never put the vinegar directly on the face. If you have sensitive skin, avoid this remedy.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is an excellent treatment for acne. It helps to clear the acne and also prevents scars. Extract the gel from a fresh Aloe Vera stem. Apply the gel directly on the acne affected region. Let it dry and then wash off. You may also drink a cup of aloe juice every day.
What Foods to Avoid
Some food aggravates the acne problem. You should avoid sugar laden foods, oily foods and alcohol. You should also skip intake of too much of caffeinated drinks
Yoga Therapy For Acne
Yoga is a holistic approach. Regular yoga practice can help purify the system and clear the acne. The Yoga postures that you may find effective are Pabanamukhtasan, Ardhachakrasa, Pranayam ans Trikonasana.
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.