Natural and Herbal Remedies for Treating Acne
Acne is one of the most common skin condition with millions of people being affected by acne all over the world. The number of skin care products available on the market prove the prevalence of acne. Sadly, many of the over-the-counter products meant for treating acne contain chemicals, which only deteriorate the skin condition and might provide only temporary relief. As the awareness of the hazards of the chemical usage increases, people are looking for natural and herbal remedies for treating acne. Herbal medicines are not as harsh on the skin because they do not contain any harsh chemicals and are usually compounded mixtures of naturally available plants and herbs. Let us look at some herbal options available for acne treatment.
Some of the natural herbal treatments for acne:
Natural treatments can be in the form of lotions, creams, home made products or even herbal formulations. Below listed are some ingredients, which can be procured from a herbalist and made to use for treating acne.
Echinacea and tea tree oil are very common natural herbal remedies used for treating acne and are widely available. Echinacea and Oregon grape can help in increasing the immune system of the body. While tea tree oil consists of terpenoids, which is known for its anti fungal and antiseptic property.
Green tea is used as defense against bacteria that lower the hormonal activity, thus helping control acne. Almond oil is very good in removing acne scars.
Apricot and citrus juices alleviate the presence of cysts and act as a natural exfoliate, that help in getting rid of the dead skin cells and making the skin pores free from clogs.
Distilled white vinegar can be applied as a topical solution on the affected area to cleanse the pores.
Honey mask helps in the healing process of the skin affected by acne due to its anti bacterial quality.
Green tea, chamomile and oatmeal are excellent herbs for treating inflammation due to their anti-inflammatory properties. They help to soothe the affected part and aids in the release of heat and help heal the skin properly. When the affected part is washed with oatmeal, the itching sensation is reduced.
Ginger helps to reduce redness and inflammation and can be taken in any form.
Licorice is another important herb used in the treatment of acne since the Middle Ages. Licorice increases mucous secretion, stimulates the adrenal gland function making the natural defense system of the body remove bacteria and germs responsible for acne and pus.
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