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Article #430: Acne Cure - Herbs and Ayurvedic Remedies and Other Treatments

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Acne is a very common skin ailment found Foods that are beneficial for acne are
mostly in the period of puberty. It is green leafy vegetables, salad vegetables
more common in women than in men. Acne is and fruits that have good water content
characterized by the presence of in them. Foods that are difficult to
eruptions on the skin, which are commonly digest can aggravate the acne.
known as zits or pimples. (3) Ayurvedic Treatment for Acne
Acne is a sign of the impurity within the Ayurvedic methods do not use any thick
body. The impurity could be in the blood, pastes for the treatment of acne for the
which manifests itself externally as simple reason that these pastes can clog
acne. If the blood is impure, then the the pores further, leading to aggravation
sebaceous (sweat) glands will have to of the pimples. Instead, mild and thin
work harder in eliminating these wastes. pastes of the following herbs are
This hyperactivity of the sweat glands prescribed:-
causes acne. 1. Guduchi
Hormonal imbalances are very important 2. Shatavari
causes of acne. During puberty there are 3. Sarsaparilla
major hormonal changes in the body, as The preparation Arogyavardhini also has
also during each menstrual cycle of good effects in the treatment of pimples.
women. Therefore, these are important (4) Home Medications
periods when acne can occur. People who There are many household remedies that
consume steroids for any reason also can be used to control the condition.
stand a higher chance of getting acne. Most of these remedies are external
In Ayurveda, acne is known as Yauvan applications, but some of them are also
pidika. It is classified as both a vataja meant to be taken orally.
and a kaphaja. Any increase in the 1. Mix the husk of mustard seeds in paste
dhaatus of rakta and medha are form with cow's milk. Apply this mixture
responsible in a major way for the on the affected areas every night and
formation of acne. wash it off thoroughly in the morning.
(1) Useful Herbs in the Treatment of Acne The eruptions should disappear within a
1. Almond (Amygdalus communis) week.
The almond replenishes the lost nutrients 2. Application of buttermilk on the
from the skin. Thus it makes the skin affected regions is also helpful.
healthier, which is an important step in 3. Prepare a mixture of nutmeg and red
reducing acne. sandalwood in water. Apply this mixture
2. Aloe vera (Aloe vera) on the face.
Aloe vera is widely recognized to be one 4. Mix the pulp of the neem fruit in
of the most effective herbs in the water and apply it on the face. This
treatment of acne. It is an important application provides quicker but
ingredient in most cosmetic products temporary relief from the pimples.
also. Aloe vera can remove the marks that 5. Application of a paste of thorns of
acne leaves behind, and it gives a moist the semolina in milk for three
shiny sheen to the skin. consecutive nights will help reduce the
3. Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) eruptions.
Bergamot is an age-old Ayurvedic remedy 6. A very simple and cheap remedy is to
to treat skin problems. On the face, it apply the paste of orange peels on the
is especially useful in the treatment of face.
rashes and acne. 7. Indian plum or jambola must be
4. Indian blackberry (Syzygium cumini) squeezed in water and this paste must be
Popularly known as jamun or jambula in applied on the affected part. This is
India, this blackberry has a purple more effective in the pimples which
juice. The purple juice has an alkaline appear in early youth.
content which can reduce the pus 8. One traditional method to keep acne
formation in the pimples. Thus, jamun away is to wash the face twice or thrice
prevents the acne from spreading and also a day with buttermilk. This is also
checks its further outbreaks. believed to increase the glow on the
5. Sandalwood (Santalum album) face.
The sandalwood is a fragrant herb which 9. Apart from this, the following points
is looked upon with utmost reverence in must be borne in mind:-
Ayurveda. It has a religious 10. Maintain proper facial hygiene. This
significance. In the human body, it can can be done by washing the face at least
produce a cooling effect and treat the thrice a day. Use lemon soap for washing.
blood of its impurities. Owing to this, It is very important to wash the face
sandalwood can treat acne among its many after returning home from outside.
other uses. 11. Keep your mind stress-free. Stress
(2) Dietary Treatments for Acne can release more hormones, which would
Acne is directly dependent on the diet, exacerbate the acne.
since it is a blood impurity. It is Read More on acne cureby Ayurveda and
absolutely necessary to keep the blood Acne Home Remedies at
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Maintain a healthy dietary regime. Oily Remedies.
and spicy foods can aggravate the acne.






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