There are a number of herbs which one can be used to treat acne. Acne is often found in the face, upper shoulders, back and chest. Acne is not just a simple pimple. This is a large papules, carbuncles, cysts and nodules that form under or on top of the skin and can either contain pus or without pus. It is caused by an infection in the pilosebaceous glands of the skin. Severe acne is manifested by nodules and cysts. Men that are usually affected belong to the 17-29 age groups. Women on the other hand belong to the 28-48 age range.
The causes of acne which are necessary considerations for the herbal acne remedy are:
hormonal changes
age
heredity factors
diet
In order to treat acne, all these factors must be taken into consideration. In treating acne, one should take vitamins and avoid situations that could trigger acne growth. Vitamins especially vitamin A should be taken to treat cystic acne. But vitamin A can cause toxicity if taken in excessive dosage so caution must be exercised. Mild sunbathes can help flare-ups of acne. Stress should be avoided since it may not be the cause of acne but it can make your acne worse.
Tea tree oil is one of the effective herbal acne remedy. Centella is another herbal acne remedy that helps treat acne. You can also use aloe vera gel, chamomile, evening primrose oil and vitamin as herbal acne remedy. Zinc is another supplement that is proven herbal acne remedy including other trace minerals such as potassium and magnesium.
The following is the recipe used for herbal acne remedy. You can use different formulations for the following herbs such as tincture, teas, pills and others. And you can use equal amounts of the herbs or increase some herb dosage for the herbal acne remedy.
Herbal Acne Remedy:
Herbs Used: Evening Primrose Oil, Raspberry Leaf, Nettle, Dandelion, Lemon Grass
Recipe for Acne Help
Instruction: Bring to a simmer in non-metallic pan 2 quarts water, 3 tablespoons Witchhazel bark, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon ground cloves; let simmer for 5 minutes. Then add 1/2 cup chopped fresh thyme, 1 cup fresh chopped peppermint leaves, and 1/2 cup fresh chopped marjoram. Simmer 5 more minutes, set aside until cold. Mix 1/2 cup of the simmered mixture with 2 teaspoons cider vinegar, 2 ounces grain alcohol(vodka is best), 4 drops lemon oil, and enough water to make one pint. Apply with cotton to acne prone areas after washing. A good aloe moisturizer afterwards is recommended to cap off this herbal acne remedy.
Written by:
G. Metcalf
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