subject: 2 Acne Treatments That Could Help [print this page] Some acne treatments do work, but they work to a different degree on different people. The two I have listed have been successful for some people. Both require time and discipline but they could be worth your consideration. Neither involves drugs, so there is no danger to your health. In fact, they could start you on the road to recovery.
Acupuncture Acne Treatment
A number of studies have shown acupuncture is an effective natural way to relieve and cure acne. In one study on 120 young men in their early 20's, 80 percent saw an improvement after 1 week and 90 percent at the end of 2 weeks. At the end of the treatment 90 percent were acne free and 80 percent were scar free. After 3 years most of the people were followed up and it was found 90 percent were still acne free while 10 percent had mild recurrence. These are very good results but herbal face peeling was done at the beginning of the treatment and fortnightly thereafter.
A Chinese study showed that of 80 people treated, 62 had a clear skin, 11 had better skin than when the started and 7 did not benefit at all. The Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine published a 1993 paper showing another study where 98 people were treated resulting in 54 cures, 42 improvements and 2 with no effect.
As you can see, the results are mixed and not all the studies were done on a strict scientific basis. There is no doubt the results are very positive. I am not surprised with these results. I can testify to the effectiveness of acupuncture as I have used it for chronic fatigue syndrome, injuries and health conditions. Indeed, I have seen enough positive results from friends, family and colleagues to know it works. There are very few conditions it cannot either relieve or cure. I cannot see why this would not apply to adult acne.
I must say the only treatment I have had is with a doctor who also practices acupuncture. I felt more confident because he was a medical practitioner. If you feel the same way there are plenty of medical practices that have an acupuncturist working with them. On the other hand, I know there are plenty of skilled professionals who should be able to help you.
Anti-Acne Diet
There is now plenty of evidence around the world that indicates a diet high in refined carbohydrates will cause acne. Many health professionals are now recommending their patients change their diet. Most health professionals agree that the main cause of acne is a hormone imbalance. As we know, hormones are produced during puberty, menstruation and pregnancy. However, in addition to that, the body produces insulin and other hormones to combat the high blood sugar level caused by eating too many highly refined carbohydrates. This produces too much oil, called sebum, which helps set up an acne environment.
Changing from a diet of white bread, white sugar, white rice and other high GI foods will help cure your acne. For some people it will cure it entirely, for others it will reduce the outbreaks. Your diet should include whole grain breads, fruit and vegetables. You do not have to become a health fanatic but you do have to make sure most of the food you eat is more natural and nutritious.
The two treatments mentioned above may not work for everyone but they have worked in the majority of cases, so they are well worth a try. Perhaps one of these, or both, is the solution to your adult acne problem.
