Natural Remedies for Acne
Natural remedies for acne can aid in getting rid of pimples when commercial products have failed or made the condition worse.
Many commercial acne products contain benzoyl peroxide which can cause dryness, redness, and even peeling of the skin. In severe cases antibiotics are used but are becoming less and less effective as the bacteria become resistant.
What is the Cause of Acne and Pimples?
Acne of all kinds is caused by a blocked pore which because of bacteria present becomes inflammed and produces pus. Pores produce an oily substance called sebum which combined with dead skin cells blocks the pores.
The most common types of acne are:
- comedones - blackheads and whiteheads
- papules - pinheads
- pustules - pimples
- nodules - cystic acne
Cystic acne is the most likely to cause scarring. Scars can be of the ice pick or rolling scar type.
A natural remedy for acne can reduce inflammation, tone the skin, and exfoliate dead skin cells. Not all will work for everyone but most people are able to find a natural acne treatment that works well for them. It may take some trial and error to settle on the best natural remedy for acne for you.
When beginning a new acne treatment it is important to try it out on a small area first. Even though a treatment is natural, some people may have an unwanted reaction to it. Some natural treatments should not be used by pregnant women and some treatments should not be used if certain medications are being taken.
For information on specific remedies for acne see:
Natural Remedies for Cystic Acne
