subject: Beauty Tips For Acne [print this page] Studies show that up to 80 percent of those who seek treatment for their acne problem can actually be helped. Just take time to go to your doctor and inform him what you have been doing to fight against your pimple problem.
Your skin heals itself when you sleep. Your entire body heals itself in your sleep. A night without sleep may lead to more pimples. Make it a habit to leave your worries behind and get a good night's sleep. Work out more earlier in the day. Get some exercise before evening. It helps.
Another great home remedy for acne is to create an oatmeal and honey mask. Oatmeal will absorb excess oil, cleanse pores and also exfoliate any dead skin cells. Honey is great for your skin as it aids in improving your skin tone. To use this mask mix a serving of cooked oatmeal with ? cup of honey and apply to face or affected skin areas. Rinse after 15 minutes.
If you are taking any medications, try to check with your physician or pharmacist of any complications or possible effects that the drug might cause.
There are over the counter products that can help curb your acne. Products containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide can help treat mild acne. Begin with the weakest formula and work your way up.
Drink lots of water to help flush toxins out of your body with the help of your kidneys and liver rather than leaving it to your skin to bring toxins to the surface and eliminate them through perspiration. "Lots of water" is generally defined as eight glasses a day, and this amount also serves to hydrate your skin properly.
Eat as healthily as you can. This helps cleanse from the inside. Cut down on fatty and greasy foods. Eat foods rich in fibre.
Make a high percentage of your diet raw fruit and vegetables, and include food rich in vitamins A, B & D.
The watery gel from Aloe Vera plant is also a highly effective natural cure against Acne. The enzyme-rich gel has very soothing anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It can also be taken internally and helps clean up and detox the digestive tract. This in turn can help clear up the skin.
