subject: Trying A Natural Acne Remedy [print this page] Finding the right acne medication can be hard, almost as hard as living with acne. But have you considered trying a natural acne remedy? There are many benefits to going for green, natural, or homeopathic remedies, for your body as well as the environment.
We're told, as teenagers, that acne is a side-effect of growing up and nothing to be worried about, but many people can't help but be ashamed by their acne. Acne is a skin condition caused by changes in the body adolescence brings, and while teenagers are the ones to most commonly suffer from it, pregnant women, women going through menopause, or frankly anyone having problems with their hormones can be affected.
For those who suffer from acne, have you ever considered using a natural acne remedy? Natural acne remedies have been around for centuries, and there are so many of them that is's very likely there's one that may work for you.
When researching a natural acne remedy, you'll often find that it's recommended that you wash your face less rather than more. The simple truth is that the more you scrub at your skin, the more raw and senitive you make it, drying it out and causing yoursef pain.
This dryness causes your body to produce more natural oil in an effort to soothe and protect the skin, which can be detrimental to your acne. For a minority of people, they find that by cutting back or stopping the use of soap on the faces, their acne actually improves while others simply change to a more gentle soap.
One natural acne remedy is tea tree oil, available in many soaps or as an ingredient for making soaps. Tea tree oil acts like an antibacterial for your skin, as well as a cleanser. This will help stop any irritation caused by frequent washing, and can help keep your acne from growing more prevalent.
It's also good at fighting the itching that occurs when your skin is healing, which will also help stop you from constantly touching, poking, or scratching your face. Remember to dilute tea tree oil before using it, and apply it with care, keeping it away from your eyes, especially since undiluted oil can be very harsh.
Garling is another natural acne remedy. It possesses many antibacterial properties and is one of the many herbs used around the world in a variety of natural cures. Some people eat it raw, but, with its strong taste - and the breath it leaves behind - you may want to mash a clove and apply it like a poultice to your acne.
There may be a sting, depending on the sensitivity of your skin, but it should be mild. Let the poultice sit for a few minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.
Finding the right natural acne remedy for you can take a great deal of trial and effort, but there are so many of them to try. It can be daunting, when you see how many options there are, out there, but be proactive!
You won't know if one or more of them is going to work for you and your particular skin type and acne outbreak if you don't go out there and try them! Keep track of what you have tried, along with what works, how well it worked, and what didn't.
When looking for a way to get clean, clear, healthy skin, remember that natural remedies are a good choice for you and your body.
