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Acne Remedies

June 1st, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed

by Richard May

Acne is an extremely common skin condition and can happen to both young and old alike. Although the condition is most prevalent on a person’s face it can sometimes be found on other parts of the body including the back, chest, shoulders, legs as well as the buttocks. But luckily today there are a number of different types of acne remedies that people can use for treating this particular skin condition.

Many people who suffer from acne today rather than using medications those they have been prescribed by their doctor or which can be brought over the counter are using more natural ones instead. Below we take a look at some of the natural remedies that one can easily use for treating this particular kind of skin condition.

1. Tea Tree Oil - Is an extremely popular way for treating acne and all you need to do is dilute a small amount of the tea tree essential oil and then apply directly on to the acne spots. This particular remedy is effective because it contains a property known as terpinen-4-ol, which has good anti-bacterial qualities. It is these qualities that help to kill off the bacterium, which actually causes the spots to form.

2. Zinc - Yet another very popular remedy for acne even though it is not as effective as some of the medications that are prescribed or can be brought over the counter. But although it can help to reduce the acne there are some side effects associated with using zinc one of them being it can upset a person’s digestive system. Plus taking too much could actually cause other medical problems in the future.

3. Garlic - Again just like the tea tree oil this contains anti-bacterial qualities and when applied directly to the infected area helps to bring down the swelling as well as killing of the bacteria inside. People prefer to either apply crushed garlic or the juice directly to the area; however you will have to put up with the smell if you choose to use this remedy.

4. Lemons - These are another effective way of treating acne as they contain high levels of Vitamin C, which can help to boost a person’s immune system. A boosted immune system means that the body is better able to fight off the bacterium that is causing the acne to appear.

You can either drink more lemon juice or another way is by mixing the juice with some rosewater and then applying directly to the affected skin area. Once the solution has been applied using a cotton wool ball you need to leave the area alone for around 30 minutes in order that the skin can absorb it. This particular remedy for treating acne needs to be applied on to the skin every two to three times each day.

As well as the acne remedies we have mentioned above there are plenty more that you may want to try all safe and effective. A quick search of the internet and you will soon discover plenty of other natural remedies, which can be made using products you have at home for a lot less money than those your doctor prescribes or which you can buy at your local drug store.

About the author: Richard May has suffered from acne since he was a teenager and has tried a range of (www.acneonline.co.uk/acne-remedies/) acne remedies for many years. He now writes publications for (www.acneonline.co.uk/) acne online to try and help others overcome their acne.

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