Natural Acne Remedies

Would you knowingly put toxic products on your face. I didn't think so. There is a very good argument for opting for natural acne remedies every time. Many acne products contain something called Benzoyl peroxide which was first developed and used in the 1920's. Benzoyl peroxide has shown in research to cause dryness and irritation although this does not normally show until after about a week. Some people may have a more severe reaction.and can suffer from burning, itching, and possible swelling. this does not seem appropriate as we are trying to clear the skin, not inflame it.



Glycolic acid is another ingredient which can be found in acne treatments often used in skin peel is known to be as strong irritant. The top layer of skin is not the problem, the bacteria actually inside the pores is, so peeling will not eliminate the basic problem causing acne. After using peeling products the skin is often extremely red, rather like a severe case of sunburn.



Diet, stress, unclean skin or hormonal imbalances can all lead to acne. For ages people have turned towards natural acne remedies as a way to safely and easily treat this skin condition. It stands to reason that if stress can cause acne, if you relieve some of that stress; it will help clear the acne up, too. Although we think of acne and problem skin as modern afflictions, a look back in time disproves this. "A Book of Fruits and Flowers," published in England four centuries ago, includes a home remedy for pimples. The main ingredient of the remedy is lemon. Known as an astringent, and so good for closing the pores, lemon juice can also be used directly on pimples, either neat or diluted for sensitive skin, to help dry them out.



Benefit 1 - Through using a natural herbal remedy for treating acne you are providing a way that restores the balance of hormones within the body. Even where the hormone balance does not fluctuate that greatly in a person they will find it helps to prevent the possibility of an outbreak of acne.

Benefit 2 - Most of the herbal treatments for dealing with acne are ones that contain properties that help with fighting the underlying causes of the problem. In many cases with over the counter cures these are designed to help treat what you see. As the herbal natural acne remedies contain anti inflammatory and anti bacterial properties they can fight what cannot be seen by you. What works in curing acne are homeopathy substances: sulphur ointment or lotion and kali bhromium, to name a few. For these natural treatments to work well you need to combine them with an adequate diet and the suggested daily water intake (7-8 glasses a day). If the natural acne remedies are hindered in any way they won't perform their intended task at full capacity. For these proven solutions to work, one must change his/her eating habits. No more oil and fat rich foods, iodine, junk-foods or refined sugars.