Herbal Home Remedies for acne

Acne is one of those nasty non-life-threatening conditions that can make a young person feel like crawling into a hole somewhere until puberty passes. There are a number of reasons for acne and no one knows exactly how much each one contributes to the problem. Increased production of male hormones, and small amounts of oil trapped in hair follicles giving way to a breeding ground for bacteria are two of the reasons.

Cleanliness and attention to diet are important factors in controlling it, but no alternative method of treatment is sure-fire. We need to stop the indiscriminate use of antibiotics, but this is one condition for which it genuinely indicated. Just remember to eat plenty of plain live-cultured yogurt or take acidophilus while on antibiotic therapy.

The good bacteria in the stomach and gut needed for proper digestion are also affected by antibiotics, so eating a lot of yogurt or taking the acidophilus helps to keep things on track. For severe acne consult a dermatologist.

Herbal Remedies for acne

While combatting acne, take a multi-vitamin/mineral complex formula and be sure it includes zinc.
Take brewer's yeast.
Use clay masks. Clay will draw out the oil, bacteria and dirt from pores. It also pulls at the skin and improves circulation.
To help the liver eliminate toxins from the blood, take Burdock root and dandelion which contain inulin. This helps to kill bacteria thus improving the skin.
Milder cases may be helped by tea tree products designed for skin blemishes. Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) is a broad spectrum fungicide and antiseptic.
A simple infusion of 2 parts calendula and 1 part sage, used as a daily wash, will help to heal and control inflammation and infection (leaves and flowers of blue violet can also be a helpful addition).
Grind nutmeg ( jaiphal ) with unboiled milk and apply on affected area. This works as a magic. Pimples should disappear without leaving a mark.
Rinse face with 1 part vinegar to 8 parts water to maintain proper pH.
Homemade Acne Treatment using Orange peel has been found very effective. Pound the orange peel with water on a piece stone and apply to acne affected areas.