Many of adults suffer from acne.
Many people think of acne as something suffered
solely by hormone laden teenagers, but many adults can attest
that. That's simply not the case! At least eighty percent
of adults suffer from acne at some point after leaving their
teens, and many adults suffer recurring bouts of acne well
into their thirties and even forties.
Not only can acne be disfiguring and embarrassing, but
most acne medications were created with young skin in mind,
and simply don't suit the skin
of older people (many acne treatments are too drying, as
they treat "oily" skin; although many acne sufferers
actually have so-called normal or even dry skin).
So what is a mature acne sufferer
to do?
One excellent place to start is by looking at natural
acne remedies. Many are just as effective as their over
the counter or prescription counterparts, but are often
much more gentle and far less likely to irritate sensitive
skin.
There are several products which work effectively against
acne, many of which are plant based, or herbal in nature.
It's possible to buy many herbal based acne products online
or even from your local pharmacy or health food store. For
many people, this is a convenient way of treating their
acne naturally. However, other people prefer to make their
own completely natural herbal acne medications.
Strawberry leaves
One natural herbal remedy involves the use of strawberries
or strawberry leaves. The use of moistened strawberry leaves
as a treatment for acne actually dates back to Egyptian
times. You can replicate the treatment of the ancient Egyptians
quite simply, by moistening strawberry leaves with a little
water, and then leaving them on your face for ten to fifteen
minutes as you rest. Alternatively, you can try using mashed
strawberries, applied as a paste to your skin.
Dendelion
Another natural herb for treating acne is dandelion.
To use dandelion, you can chop up both the leaves and root
of the plant and boil it in water. After simmering the mixture
gently for ten minutes, turn off the heat, allow it to cool
and then strain. The liquid can be drunk as a tea, or applied
directly to the skin (or both!).
Aloe Vera gel
Aloe Vera gel is also considered to be an excellent treatment
for acne. In Ayurvedic medicine, Aloe Vera gel is mixed
with essential oils as an acne treatment. It has been shown
to reduce inflammation, and may also help to moisturize
and rejuvenate the skin. Aloe Vera regularly applied has
also proven to be an effective treatment for acne scars,
and can prevent the eruption of new acne pustules.
Both internal and external treatments
of acne
Many practitioners of herbal medicine recommend both internal
and external treatments for acne. Acne is often a symptom
of internal discord in the body, and thus treating the skin
does little to solve the problem. Knowing this, it makes
sense to heal the whole body rather than simply focus on
the skin, as many other medications do. An excellent external
remedy involves a combination of different essential oils,
including Tea Tree Oil (known for its exceptional antibacterial
and antifungal properties, and its ability to penetrate
the skin), peppermint oil and clove oil. Herbal
teas and tinctures taken alongside such an external
treatment help attack the acne problem in two ways.
The good news is that if you are an adult suffering from
acne, there is something you can do about it. If your acne
problem is severe or persistent, it may make sense to visit
a naturopath or other practitioner of complementary medicine,
who can do a full analysis of your overall health. Armed
with this information, the practitioner can prescribe an
acne treatment tailored for your unique situation, which
may ultimately prove more beneficial and effective than
something you purchase off the shelf.
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