Acne is bad enough when it strikes with puberty. But when it continues or strikes again in adulthood, it can be a real nuisance.
Over ninety percent of acne patients, both teens and adults, respond to treatment, although the treatment may need to be continued for months or even years. Here are a few of the most common herbal, homeopathic, and traditional methods that can be used to treat adult acne.
Home Therapy: Oil buildup may block skin glands. Organic Apple Cider Vinegar swabs and other astringent cleansers work to remove the oil buildup. These products may cause dryness, itching, and redness, so be sure to use them only on problem areas.
Herbs: Herbs such as chamomile, lavender, juniper, bergamot, dandelion root, and burdock root can be used to reduce toxicity and improve the overall condition of the skin. Echinacea and poke root are often used for their anti-inflammatory properties and red clover may be beneficial for its estrogenic action. Witch hazel has excellent astringent properties and may be very effective on adult acne.
Acupuncture: It is said that stagnant of Chi in the channels of the face is the cause of acne. Acupuncture performed on these points of the face may help relieve adult acne.
Surgery: In moderate to severe cases of adult acne, surgery operated by doctor is used to open up the blemishes and remove blackheads and whiteheads. Unlike medication treatments, the effects of adult acne surgery are usually more immediate. And surgery is also effective in reducing the development and visibility of adult acne scars.
Cleaning the intestinal Tract: Acne can be a by-product of a filthy intestinal tract and colon. In most cases when the colon is clean the acne will go away. The intestinal cleanser Oxy-Powder is recommended. |
