Alternative Treatment for Acne
Alternative Treatment for Acne.
Acne is a common and chronic skin disease. It is an
inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands and hair
follicles. The lesions are usually found on the skin of the
dace, neck, chest, and shoulders. Nearly six out of ten
young people between the ages of twelve and
twenty-four suffer from some degree of acne. The disease
causes a great deal of embarrassment at an age when
people tend to be sensitive about their personal
appearance.
Acne is characterized by the presence of comedones or
blackheads, pimples, small superficial sebaceous cysts,
and scars. There are over half a dozen forms of acne, the
most common being blackheads. The areas chiefly
affected are the forehead, temples, cheeks, chin, chest,
and back. In rare cases, almost the entire body may be
covered with blackheads accompanied by extensive
scarring.
All forms of acne have their origin in wrong eating habits,
such as irregular hours of eating, excessive consumption
of starch, sugar, fried and fatly foods. Chronic
constipation is another cause of acne. If the bowels do
not move properly, the waste matter is not eliminated as
quickly as it should be and die bloodstream becomes
surcharged with toxic matter. The extra efforts of the
skin to eliminate excess waste result in acne and other
forms of skin diseases. Other causes of this disorder are a
devitalized condition of the skin resulting from unhygienic
living habits, excessive use of tea, coffee, alcohol, or
tobacco, and sedentary habits which lead to indigestion
and general debility.
Acne is a common and chronic skin disease. It is an
inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands and hair
follicles. The lesions are usually found on the skin of the
dace, neck, chest, and shoulders. Nearly six out of ten
young people between the ages of twelve and
twenty-four suffer from some degree of acne. The disease
causes a great deal of embarrassment at an age when
people tend to be sensitive about their personal
appearance.
Acne is characterized by the presence of comedones or
blackheads, pimples, small superficial sebaceous cysts,
and scars. There are over half a dozen forms of acne, the
most common being blackheads. The areas chiefly
affected are the forehead, temples, cheeks, chin, chest,
and back. In rare cases, almost the entire body may be
covered with blackheads accompanied by extensive
scarring.
All forms of acne have their origin in wrong eating habits,
such as irregular hours of eating, excessive consumption
of starch, sugar, fried and fatly foods. Chronic
constipation is another cause of acne. If the bowels do
not move properly, the waste matter is not eliminated as
quickly as it should be and die bloodstream becomes
surcharged with toxic matter. The extra efforts of the
skin to eliminate excess waste result in acne and other
forms of skin diseases. Other causes of this disorder are a
devitalized condition of the skin resulting from unhygienic
living habits, excessive use of tea, coffee, alcohol, or
tobacco, and sedentary habits which lead to indigestion
and general debility.
Clogged Pores
Put a large handful of
chopped parsley into an
earthenware bowl. Pour 1
cup boiling water over the
parsley. Cover, and let steep
until it reaches room
temperature. Strain and
apply the liquid to the face
as a compress for about 15
minutes. Use daily. This
really clears up the
complexion.
Put a large handful of
chopped parsley into an
earthenware bowl. Pour 1
cup boiling water over the
parsley. Cover, and let steep
until it reaches room
temperature. Strain and
apply the liquid to the face
as a compress for about 15
minutes. Use daily. This
really clears up the
complexion.
Onion Juice
Clean face thoroughly. Apply
fresh onion juice to the
area. Leave on for 15
minutes. Rinse well. Use
daily.
Clean face thoroughly. Apply
fresh onion juice to the
area. Leave on for 15
minutes. Rinse well. Use
daily.
Thyme for Acne
Because thyme is such a
good astringent, it can be
used to help clear up acne.
Pour 1 1/2 cups of boiling
water over 3-4 tablespoons
of dried thyme. Let steep
30 minutes. Strain and
bottle the liquid. Keep
refrigerated. Teenagers
with acne problems could
use this daily as a facial
rinse.
Because thyme is such a
good astringent, it can be
used to help clear up acne.
Pour 1 1/2 cups of boiling
water over 3-4 tablespoons
of dried thyme. Let steep
30 minutes. Strain and
bottle the liquid. Keep
refrigerated. Teenagers
with acne problems could
use this daily as a facial
rinse.
Baking Soda
Make a paste of baking
soda and water. Apply to
the face and leave on for 5
minutes. Rinse off with
apple cider vinegar. Rinse
again with clear water.
Apply a coating of vitamin E
oil to your face and leave
on overnight.
Make a paste of baking
soda and water. Apply to
the face and leave on for 5
minutes. Rinse off with
apple cider vinegar. Rinse
again with clear water.
Apply a coating of vitamin E
oil to your face and leave
on overnight.
Acne Alternative Treatment using Vitamins:
Two vitamins, namely, niacin and vitamin A have been
used successfully to treat acne. Vitamin therapy should
comprise the intake of 100 mg niacin, three times daily,
and 50,000 international units of vitamin A, three times
daily. Vitamin E, 400 mg, should be taken once daily.
This therapy should be continued for a month.
Acne Alternative Treatment using Zinc:
Another effective remedy in the area of nutrition that
seems to offer new promise of help for acne is zinc. It
has shown dramatic results in some cases. Zinc should
be taken in therapeutic doses of 50 mg three times a
day. Zinc is available in tablet and in capsule form. The
patient can take a dose of 50 mg daily up to one month
or till there is noticeable improvement and then reduce
the dose to 25 mg.
Acne Alternative Treatment using Orange Peel:
Orange peel has been found very effective in the local
treatment of acne. Pounded well with water on a piece
of stone, the peel should be applied to the affected
areas.
Alternative Treatment using Lemon:
Lemon has also proved beneficial in reducing pimples
and acne. Its juice should be applied regularly to obtain
relief.
Alternative Treatment using Garlic:
Garlic has been used successfully in the treatment of
acne. Pimples disappear without scars when rubbed
with raw garlic several times a day. Even extremely
persistent forms of acne, suffered by some adults, have
been healed with this herb. The external use of garlic
helps to clear the skin of spots, pimples and boils. The
process is further helped by eating three pods of raw
garlic once daily for a month to purify the blood stream,
so as to secure a long-term clearance of the skin.
Alternative Treatment using Coriander and Mint Juice:
A teaspoon of coriander juice, mixed with a pinch of
turmeric powder, is another effective home remedy for
pimples and blackheads. The mixture should be applied
to the face after thoroughly washing it every night
before retiring. Mint juice can be used in a similar
manner as coriander juice.
Alternative Remedy using Fenugreek:
Fenugreek is another useful remedy for acne. A paste
made of the leaves of this vegetable, applied over the
face every night before going to bed and washed with
warm water in the morning, prevents pimples and
blackheads.
Alternative Treatment using Cucumber:
Grated cucumber applied over the face, eyes, and neck
for fifteen to twenty minutes has been found effective.
It is the best tonic for the skin of the face. Its regular
use prevents pimples and blackheads.
Two vitamins, namely, niacin and vitamin A have been
used successfully to treat acne. Vitamin therapy should
comprise the intake of 100 mg niacin, three times daily,
and 50,000 international units of vitamin A, three times
daily. Vitamin E, 400 mg, should be taken once daily.
This therapy should be continued for a month.
Acne Alternative Treatment using Zinc:
Another effective remedy in the area of nutrition that
seems to offer new promise of help for acne is zinc. It
has shown dramatic results in some cases. Zinc should
be taken in therapeutic doses of 50 mg three times a
day. Zinc is available in tablet and in capsule form. The
patient can take a dose of 50 mg daily up to one month
or till there is noticeable improvement and then reduce
the dose to 25 mg.
Acne Alternative Treatment using Orange Peel:
Orange peel has been found very effective in the local
treatment of acne. Pounded well with water on a piece
of stone, the peel should be applied to the affected
areas.
Alternative Treatment using Lemon:
Lemon has also proved beneficial in reducing pimples
and acne. Its juice should be applied regularly to obtain
relief.
Alternative Treatment using Garlic:
Garlic has been used successfully in the treatment of
acne. Pimples disappear without scars when rubbed
with raw garlic several times a day. Even extremely
persistent forms of acne, suffered by some adults, have
been healed with this herb. The external use of garlic
helps to clear the skin of spots, pimples and boils. The
process is further helped by eating three pods of raw
garlic once daily for a month to purify the blood stream,
so as to secure a long-term clearance of the skin.
Alternative Treatment using Coriander and Mint Juice:
A teaspoon of coriander juice, mixed with a pinch of
turmeric powder, is another effective home remedy for
pimples and blackheads. The mixture should be applied
to the face after thoroughly washing it every night
before retiring. Mint juice can be used in a similar
manner as coriander juice.
Alternative Remedy using Fenugreek:
Fenugreek is another useful remedy for acne. A paste
made of the leaves of this vegetable, applied over the
face every night before going to bed and washed with
warm water in the morning, prevents pimples and
blackheads.
Alternative Treatment using Cucumber:
Grated cucumber applied over the face, eyes, and neck
for fifteen to twenty minutes has been found effective.
It is the best tonic for the skin of the face. Its regular
use prevents pimples and blackheads.
Acne Blemish Treatment
with Strawberries
Rub the face with a
crushed strawberry. Leave
it on for about 15 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly with
warm, then cold water.
This will help to clear
blemishes. Caution: Many
people are allergic to
strawberries. Try a patch
test before proceeding to
use the facial treatment
with Strawberries
Rub the face with a
crushed strawberry. Leave
it on for about 15 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly with
warm, then cold water.
This will help to clear
blemishes. Caution: Many
people are allergic to
strawberries. Try a patch
test before proceeding to
use the facial treatment
Burdock (Artium lappa)
Acne Treatment
Burdock is a great
astringent, removing
excess oil from the skin.
Use it faithfully every day if
your skin is oily. It may
take several weeks before
you notice an
improvement. Put 2
handfuls of burdock roots
and leaves in 2 cups of
water. Bring to a quick boil
using a stainless steel or
glass pot. Lower heat and
simmer 10 minutes. Dip
clean cloth into liquid and
use as a compress until the
cloth cools. Repeat this,
keeping the liquid hot, for
about 15 minutes.
Acne Treatment
Burdock is a great
astringent, removing
excess oil from the skin.
Use it faithfully every day if
your skin is oily. It may
take several weeks before
you notice an
improvement. Put 2
handfuls of burdock roots
and leaves in 2 cups of
water. Bring to a quick boil
using a stainless steel or
glass pot. Lower heat and
simmer 10 minutes. Dip
clean cloth into liquid and
use as a compress until the
cloth cools. Repeat this,
keeping the liquid hot, for
about 15 minutes.
| Juice Therapy for ACNE Ginger juice 1/4 inch ginger 4 - 5 carrots 1/2 apple, seeded
Dose: Take 25 ml per day |
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