There are a variety of herbs that can really help to treat all manner of skin conditions including acne. Another natural substance that can also help are minerals. The good thing is, they are easy to use and dont cost a fortune. But the big question is do herbs for acne really work?
Sebum – the oil produced within hair follicles – lubricates and protects the skin. When follicles become clogged with congested sebum, a whitehead or blackhead (the black is due to oxidised sebum, not dirt) results. When bacteria invade the area, a pimple develops. Pimples are localised areas of infection. Don’t spread the infection by squeezing.
Herbs used to treat acne include echinacea, calendula and burdock. These exert an antibiotic effect, as well as improving lymphatic drainage, supporting the immune system and helping to purify the bloodstream and skin.
Although these herbs are all available in tablet and tincture form, making a herbal tea from one or a combination of them is a terrific treatment. You can add flavours including peppermint, ginger or licorice root to make it more palatable. One to three cups daily is sufficient. This tea, cooled, also makes a good face wash or toner.
Isn’t great that natural treatments can also be an enjoyable drink? Yo couldn’t do this with medicatin drugs. It would be great to hear your thoughts on this feature and to hear if you have used any of the natural herbs and minerals that it describes, so please share your experiences.
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