Acne is a common follicular disorder affecting the hair follicles which lives most commonly on the face, neck, and upper trunk. It is a chronic genetic disease of the sebaceous gland characterized by comedones (primary acne lesions), both closed and open, as well as by papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.
Acne is the most commonly encountered skin condition during adolescents and young adults between ages 12 and 35. It can affect both genders, although onset is slightly earlier for girls. Acne becomes more marked at puberty and during adolescent because the glands (endocrine) that affects the secretions of the sebaceous glands are working at peak activity. Acne appears to stem from interplay of genetics, hormonal and bacterial factors. In this case, acne problem may be in the family history.
There is no known cure for this disease; however you can only control the disorder. The goal is to “control-control-control” during your lifetime. If you are too shy to consult your acne dilemma to a dermatologist or a physician, there are natural acne remedies that you can make just within your own home.
Here are natural homemade remedies for your acne problem:
Face Pack
Mix into a paste bran with water and baking soda. Apply to your face and leave the mixture for about 15 minutes, Rinsing it with a solution of 8 -parts water 1 -part apple cider vinegar.
Parsley Concoction
Instead of using plain water to wash your skin, a fresh parsley infusion is the best substitute.
Peppermint
This is an great antibacterial wash for acne.
Garlic
Prepare 8 cloves of garlic; peeled and crushed. Apply to the face. Avoidthe area around your eyes. Wear it for about 15 minutes. wipe off with a warm cloth. Rinse with a vinegar pH balancer to finish.
Wine
Wine can control breakouts of the skin. Use a cotton ball when applying the wine. Red wine is best for darker complexion and white wine for fair skin.
Lemon Juice
Dilute an ample amount of lemon juice with water then dab pimple with solution to kill germs. It also helps cool inflammation and improves blood circulation.
Marigold/Calendula Ointment
Marigold ointment can reduce inflammation and accelerate healing.
Chamomile Infusion
Wash face with plain water then finish with this herb infusion. Chamomile has a purifying effect to the skin.
Yarrow
Helps eliminate toxins in the skin.
Catnip and Lavender
Both catnip and lavender has an antiseptic action to the skin. After washing the face, rinse with any of the abovementioned herb infusion.
Thyme
Make a thyme herb infusion then rinse the preparation after washing the face. It makes a good germ killer.
It is best to be advised by an expert to maintain a spotless face than torture yourself from hiding behind closed doors. Control your acne problem by keeping your follicle free of debris so that oil can reach the surface and kill the bacteria. Do it the natural way and flaunt a clear, cool visage. Put your best face forward and go natural.
Khieng ’Ken’ Chho is author and owner of Online Acne Remedy Resources. For related articles and other resources, visit Ken’s website: http://acne-remedies.onew3b.net
