Loading ...Everyone wants clear, pimple-free skin. Unfortunately, not all of us were blessed to have the model- look beautiful skin that we always wanted. Alot of us are always bombarded with those various skin diseases and we are always flocking to our drugstores to buy the latest phenominal cure for that naturally gorgeous skin.
We’re you aware that the skin is the largest organ in your body? Covering you from head to toe, the skin is one of the essential parts of your body’s defense system. Remember that clean and pure skin means a wholesome body and a estactic you.
Skin experts and practitioners recommend several natural acne treatments.
Here are several natural acne cures that we have collected just for you.
• Cleanse your face twice a day (thrice at most) with natural and unperfumed cleanser. Avoid using soaps as they contain harsh chemicals and ingredients that can harm your skin.
• Avoid touching your face. Stop putting your hands by your face! I am often guilty of this, placing my hand on the side of my head while reading. Also stroking or bracing your chin is another common dilemma when thinking. Steer clear of rubbing, touching, or picking your skin with your hands. Your hands contain a considerable amount of bacteria that can trigger acne flare-ups. It is probably one of the toughest things to avoid since much of the hand to face contact through the course of the day we are unconscious of. Make it a practice to steer clear of hand contact and be aware of it throughout the day to avoid bacteria.
• Steer clear of the temptation to pick, prick and squeeze your pimples. This will send the bacteria deeper into the skin and may result in permanent scarring.
• For lesser to normal acne, you can use over- the- counter topical ointments, solutions, lotions or gels that contain benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or azelaic acid as an alternative to benzoyl peroxide. Benzoyl peroxide is exceptional at killing P. acnes and may reduce oil production. Resorcinol, salicylic acid, and sulfur aid in the break down of blackheads and whiteheads. Salicylic acid also helps cut down the shedding of cells lining the follicles of the oil glands.
• Topical antibiotic solutions and ointments can also be applied.
• Tea tree oil is a natural antibiotic and antibacterial product and has a drying effect on the skin. It keeps the P. Acnes bacteria at bay along with reducing facial oiliness, which makes this oil a beneficial investment.
• Sulfur helps to heal existing blemishes by unblocking pores.
• Alpha or Beta Hydroxy Acids (AHA or BHA) work by keeping the skin exfoliated. Glycolic acid, the most recognized of the bunch is a effective adjuvant therapy for minor acne. Mandelic acid, a less recognized one, but one that combines the keratolytic properties of glycolic acid with natural antibacterial properties that assist reduce the incidence of P. acnes, may be considered a more useful alpha hydroxy acid in treating pimpiles. It is also not as irritating than glycolic acid, a factor that may be very important to those with sensitive skin who are unable to use other products such as Retin-A, benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, or salicylic acid. It is successful in treating minor cases of acne on its own, and can be used effectively with other therapies on mild acne.
These natural acne treatments are usually useful for minor to average acne problems only. The effectiveness usually takes several weeks or around three to six months to be noticed. For more severe and serious acne conditions, do not wait to call your dermatologist.
Remember, in everything that you do, simplicity and moderation is often the key. Do not neglect your skin. Go easy and gentle. And put your best face forward.