Natural Home Remedies For Acne

Acne is a common inflammation of the skin’s oil-producing glands and is characterized by blackheads, pimples and/or whiteheads. These lesions most often occur on the face, shoulders, chest, back and neck – but can appear anywhere on the skin. Teens are the most predisposed to acne, but this condition can occur at any life stage. Adult acne can be a recurrence of teenage acne or a first-time development. It is a good idea to consult a dermatologist who can look into underlying causes. The following video discusses several natural home remedies for acne treatment.

 

Natural Home Remedies For Acne

Video Transcript

Acne is a common inflammatory disorder of the skin’s oil-producing glands. Teens are the most predisposed to acne, but this condition can occur at any life stage. It affects nearly 50 million Americans each year.*

Here are some natural home remedies for acne.

Wash regularly with a mild, glycerin soap. Don’t scrub your face! Use a gentle motion, and pat dry.

If you do experience a breakout, don’t squeeze pimples, ever. This can lead to permanent scarring.

Consider essential oils such as tea tree oil, thyme oil, chamomile, lavender and others. Read the labels carefully.

Use calendula, commonly known as pot marigold (not true marigold). Wash your face using a tea made from the bright orange flowers. Or buy ready-to-use products from the health food store.

Consider Chinese herbal preparations such as astragalus, from the root of a traditional Chinese plant that helps fight chronic infections.

Increase your consumption of antioxidant-rich foods, including fresh, organic fruits and vegetables.

Include omega-3 fatty acids such as wild Alaskan salmon or freshly ground flaxseeds to help reduce and prevent inflammation.

Clean your cell phone periodically. Keeping your phone clean can help remove germs, as can washing your hands several times a day.

Don’t be afraid to indulge in a small piece of dark chocolate on occasion. There isn’t a link between chocolate and acne, and dark chocolate actually has antioxidant benefits!

*Source: American Academy of Dermatology