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Remedies For Acne |
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Richard May |
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Remedies For Acne
Richard May
Of all the different types of skin conditions that people can suffer from Acne is one of the most common. But not only do teenagers suffer from it, there are also many adults who are now suffering from this condition as well. In most cases the only are of the body affected by this skin condition is the face, but some people find it can affect their backs, legs, shoulders; chest as well as their buttocks can be covered in acne. But luckily for these people there are plenty of different acne remedies that they can use to treat it.
Many people who suffer from acne today rather than using medications those they have been prescribed by their doctor or which can be brought over the counter are using more natural ones instead. Below we take a look at some of the natural remedies that one can easily use for treating this particular kind of skin condition.
1. Tea Tree Essential Oil - Of all the natural remedies available this is one of the most popular. All you need to do is dilute a small amount of the oil with a carrier fluid and then gently dab directly using a cotton wall ball on to the affected area. This remedy is particular effective as it contains good anti-bacterial properties, which help to kill of the bacterium that is causing the acne.
2. Zinc - This is another popular treatment for effectively dealing with acne but is not as effective as the tea tree essential oil and medications, which a doctor may prescribe. But even so it can still help with reducing the spots upon the person's skin and helps to improve the condition of the skin overall. But be wary if you use too much of this remedy you may find that it can lead to other health problems and a possible side effective is that it can cause your digestive system to become upset.
3. Garlic - Again just like the tea tree oil this contains anti-bacterial qualities and when applied directly to the infected area helps to bring down the swelling as well as killing of the bacteria inside. People prefer to either apply crushed garlic or the juice directly to the area; however you will have to put up with the smell if you choose to use this remedy.
4. Lemons - These are another effective way of treating acne as they contain high levels of Vitamin C, which can help to boost a person's immune system. A boosted immune system means that the body is better able to fight off the bacterium that is causing the acne to appear.
Yes you can drink lots of lemon juice to help boost your immune system but a great way to treat the acne itself is by applying it directly to the affected area. What you need to do is take some lemon juice and mix this with some rosewater and then apply to the acne using a cotton wool ball. Once applied you leave the area alone to allow the mixture to be absorbed by the skin. This particular remedy in order to be really effective needs to be applied to the area affected at least two or three times each day.
As well as the acne remedies we have mentioned above there are plenty more that you may want to try all safe and effective. A quick search of the internet and you will soon discover plenty of other natural remedies, which can be made using products you have at home for a lot less money than those your doctor prescribes or which you can buy at your local drug store.
About the author: Richard May has suffered from acne since he was a teenager and has tried a number of http://www.acneonline.co.uk/acne-remedies/) acne remedies for many years. He now writes publications for http://www.acneonline.co.uk/) acne online to try and help others beat their acne.
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