Herbal Supplements and Natural Herbs for Acne Treatment and Remedy
Herbal acne remedies aim to treat the cause of acne, which most holistic practitioners view as a symptom of underlying health problems. Hormonal imbalances, poor digestion, sluggish liver and bowel function and nutritional deficiencies all contribute to acne. Herbal acne treatment usually involves using herbal preparations topically and taking herbs specifically aimed at treating the cause of acne.
Herbs and herbal supplements for acne treatment will vary depending on the underlying cause, and most skin specialists will agree, that the exact cause of acne is unknown. This is partly true as there is no one factor resulting in a person having acne. What we do know is that androgen hormones at puberty increase the production of sebum in the adolescent skin. Combined with bacterium that naturally occurs on our skin, the increase in sebum can lead to increased bacteria, and inflammation and infection of already blocked pores.
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Natural Herbs for Acne Treatment
 Mahonia or Oregon Grape (Berberis aquafolium)
This herb has traditionally been used as an internal medicine for treating acne. However, one recent study, using Mahonia topically showed this herb to decrease sebum, reduce infection and inflammation. The antibacterial compounds in this herb are berbamine and berberine, which are also believed to reduce sebum production and kill bacteria when used topically. When used internally, these compounds are liver tonics that improve bile flow, stimulate digestion and act as a tonic on the bowel wall.
Golden Seal (Hydrastis Canadensis)
Topically, golden seal is an effective antibacterial, mainly due to its berberine content. When used in combination with Marshmallow to sooth inflamed skin it will reduce redness and kill bacteria causing infection. Internally, golden seal has historically been called the "King of Tonics", and is used as an antibiotic, liver tonic, and will increase bile production which in acts to detoxify the body by increasing elimination.
Burdock, Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus) and Dandelion (Taraxicum officinalis)
Together, these herbs work as what once was referred to as “blood purifiers”. Today we use these herbs to improve digestive function by increasing the output of bile from the gall bladder into the small intestine. Many traditional herbalists will prescribe these herbs together as an overall tonic for the liver and gall bladder. If we view our liver as the main filter for removing toxins and metabolic by-products from our body; we can see that by improving liver function, the herbalist helps the body to remove unwanted waste and allows hormonal imbalances to normalise before having to resort to stronger herbs.
Other natural herbs that have been used for the treatment of acne.
Herbal Remedies and Supplements For Acne Treatment
Herbal acne treatments work best when combined with a high fiber, low allergy diet. If you have acne, chances are that your digestion and liver function are not working at their optimum. Drink a minimum of eight glasses of filtered water a day and take a supplement containing zinc, Vitamin C and E in a formula designed for skin complaints.
Topically, herbal acne remedies that contain antiseptic herbs, applied on clean skin will help to keep the bacteria at bay and reduce inflammation and infection. Internal herbs for acne treatment will address hormonal imbalances by improving liver function and improve the body´s natural elimination by improving your digestion and leaving you with clear healthier skin.
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