Combating Acne at Home
Posted: Thứ Ba, 19 tháng 3, 2013 by Unknown in
Combating Acne at Home
Aside from the appearance
of early signs of aging like wrinkles, one of the most common skin problems of
people is the development of acne.
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Acne—being a medical condition and a skin disorder—is
caused by increased hormones especially for teenagers, the enlargement of
sebaceous glands that attached are to the hair follicles, increased sebum or oil
production and presence of acne-casing bacteria on the skin.
Simplifying Acne Medication
Although it is
advisable to consult the dermatologist or the doctor first before doing anything
to sure acne, there are some safe and effective home remedies for acne that can
be done without major consultations with the experts.
1. Vitamin
therapy. One of the safest home remedies for acne is treatment through
vitamins such as niacin, vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
For effective
results, the patient is advised to take at least 100 milligrams (mg) of niacin,
50,000 international units of vitamin A three times a day and 400 mg of vitamin
E once daily for at least one month.
2. Zinc treatment.
The use of zinc in curing acne is becoming more popular in the field of
nutrition and wellness nowadays. After showcasing impressive results in some
acne cases, more and more people are now taking in zinc in therapeutic dosages
of 50 mg thrice daily.
Available in tablet and in capsule forms, the
acquisition of zinc is now related to the treatment of acne. In its tablet form,
zinc can be purchase under the name Zinfet with 200 mg while in capsule form, it
can be brought under the name Ulseal 220 mg. In the home zinc treatment, the
acne patient can take of 50 mg daily in one month. If positive changes occur,
the dosage can be reduced to 25 mg.
3. Orange peel
remedy. Aside from being a good source of vitamin C, orange—using its
peel—has become a popular home remedy for curing acne. After pounding the peel
with water on a piece of stone, the patient can apply the mixture on to the
areas affected by acne.
4. The lemon remedy. This is
probably one of the simplest remedies you can do at home to cure your acne. By
extracting the lemon fruit’s juice and applying it regularly on the skin, you
can terminate persistence pimples that may cause acne.
5.Garlic
treatment. Contrary to common conception, the use of garlic is indeed
one of the most effective ways to treat acne. By rubbing raw garlic on the
affected area several times a day, you can achieve a clearer and spotless skin.
And by eating at least three seeds of raw garlic daily for a month, you
can purify your blood stream and cleanse it to keep acne-causing bacteria away.
6. Coriander and mint juice remedy. Another known effective home remedy
for acne is the application of coriander juice or mint and turmeric powder
mixture on the face. Make sure that you cleanse your face thoroughly before
applying it at night.
7. The fenugreek paste treatment. Aside from using
its seed to make curry powder, fenugreek—through its leaves—can be a useful
remedy for acne. Making a paste out of its leaves, you can produce a facemask
that can be applied at night to prevent pimples and blackheads.
8. The
cucumber remedy. Grated cucumber is considered as the best toner for the skin.
By applying grated cucumber slices on to face, eyes, and neck for 15 to 20
minutes, you can eliminate persistent blackhead and pimples.
9. An
all-fruit and well balanced acne diet. Eating fresh juicy fruits apples, pears,
grapes, peaches, and pineapples and peaches combined with healthy vegetables can
eliminate the possibility of developing acne.
Other home remedies for
acne include warm-water enema, exposure to sun and air baths and hot Epsom salts
bath.