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by:
Peter Crump
Each one of us is
different, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the acne skin care
products that work for each of us. Acne can be an upsetting condition,
and finding a product that makes a real difference to the quality of our
skin can be a slow process of trial and error. But while each of us
will react differently to different acne skin care products,
experiencing different levels of improvement in our skin, it can be
heartening to hear of acne products that have worked for others. So if
you are drowning in an overwhelming sea of different choices, here are
some suggestions to get you started from some of the top acne products
rated by real acne sufferers.
There are two main types of acne
product - oral medication, such as Accutane, or the contraceptive pill
that tackle the problem from the inside, and topical solutions that work
on the surface of your skin, such as various facial cleanser products.
The latter are usually your first line of defence with acne, and there
are many great acne products around that can make a real difference to
the quality of your skin. Some of the products available can be overly
astringent, which can dry your skin excessively, in turn causing the
production of more of the sebum that causes spots, so using a milder
product is wise, at least to start with. Many of the top acne products
contain either benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, both of which can be
very effective in the treatment of acne, so look for acne skin care
products that contain one of these ingredients.
Acne sufferers
who have experienced dramatic improvement in their skin recommend the
use of a good facial cleanser product as the first step in their skin
care routine. Sufferers found improvement when using products such as
Avon's O2 cleanser, Clinique's acne skin care range, Paula's Choice
products, Aveeno and Mary Kay's Timewise or Velocity ranges. Individual
blemishes respond well to topical solutions that can be used after
facial cleansers, such as blemish sticks. Some sufferers also suggest
the use of facemasks or peels, which can help remove impurities from
your skin.
The wide variety of acne skin care products available
today can be your tool in the fight against acne. You don't have to
suffer anymore - you just have to find the one that works for you.
If you suffer from shoulder and back acne, I have found a treatment that may help. Acuzine. is a new non-prescription acne treatment.
Acne
is caused from imbalances and impurities within the body, and that's
why we treat the problem an internal cleansing treatment that goes right
to the source and fights acne before it even begins. Acuzine provides
antioxidents that can help eliminate the free radicals that are
dangerous to skin and promote infections. It also fights inflammation,
to reduce redness. And it works to heal damaged skin, naturally!
by:
ARA
(ARA) - Acne is a condition that affects almost everyone at some time in
their lives. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 85
percent of adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 24
develop the disorder. And although it is most common among adolescents,
some people continue to be affected into their forties and fifties.
There
are so many acne products on the market that it can be difficult to
choose what's best for you or your child. Even among medical researchers
there is debate over which acne treatments are the most effective.
"Most
products either don't work very well or have a litany of side effects,"
says Amy Baker, founder of Nature's Cure, an innovative health and
beauty products company. "Acne has internal and external causes, and
needs to be treated both inside and outside the body," she explains.
Nonprescription Treatments
Common
over the counter treatments typically contain benzoyl peroxide or
salicylic acid -- usually in a cream or gel. These medicines take about
two to four weeks to work, but only clear the acne to a point, because
they don't address the source of the problem. They also need to be used
continually to keep fighting the acne, and as a result some patients
experience skin irritation, burning or redness.
Prescription Treatments
Antibiotics
in a topical form are often prescribed as an acne treatment. They work
by clearing the skin of bacteria, but often cannot clear up the more
deep-seated cases. Oral antibiotics such as tetracycline and minocycline
are more effective for severe cases of acne because they work
systemically. However, they can cause such side effects as
photosensitivity (higher risk of sunburn), upset stomach, dizziness and
skin discoloration, and must be taken for as long as four to six months.
A further drawback is that doctors are becoming more reluctant to
prescribe antibiotics due to the increase in antibiotic resistance.
For
very severe and disfiguring acne, there is a prescription drug called
Accutane that has been successful in cases that don't respond to other
treatments. However, it also has serious side effects like joint and
muscle pain, eye irritation, hair thinning, and intestinal, urinary and
headache symptoms. In addition, it has been associated with an increased
risk of depression and suicide.
For people searching for less
toxic ways to treat acne, there is an innovative over-the-counter
treatment called Nature's Cure. "Because acne is caused by a combination
of factors, including internal triggers that can cause imbalances
inside the body, and an overproduction of oil and trapped bacteria on
the outside, the most effective way to treat it is by addressing both
areas," explains Baker. "The all natural treatment includes a
homeopathic tablet to rebalance the body, and a cream that works to
clear up existing pimples at the same time."
Consumers like
Sandra Loppnow, a cosmetologist from Caledonia, Wis., are happy to find a
natural acne treatment. She and her four daughters spent hundreds of
dollars on various treatments, with no success. They saw Nature's Cure
and decided it was worth a shot; within a month, every one of the girls
was almost completely rid of her acne and Loppnow finally gained control
of her acne at the age of 48. "I was skeptical at first, but I liked
the idea of the all-natural tablets," she says. "I couldn't believe how
well it worked, and it was so easy with just two pills a day. It changed
our lives! I recommend it to everyone."
Unlike other remedies,
Nature's Cure is available in a male and female version. "Male and
female bodies and hormonal compositions are different, and you have to
address those differences when you are treating acne," says Baker.
This
homeopathic treatment is made from minerals, herbs and other natural
extracts that activate the body's natural defenses. Because these
ingredients are in minute concentrations, they trigger the body to heal
itself without side effects. There is also a two-part body acne
treatment that includes tablets and a medicated body spray that can be
sprayed from any angle to treat hard to reach places like the back and
neck. For more information about Nature's Cure acne treatments, visit
www.NaturesCure.com.
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by:
Peter Crump
Choosing effective
acne treatments from amongst the plethora of products available today
can be a daunting task, and while many skincare specialists advocate the
use of gentle products, it can be difficult to find a natural facial
cleanser that will effectively cleanse your skin, while attacking the
causes of your acne. This is why many people are choosing to make their
own natural face cleaner from products in their own kitchen. And these
can make effective acne treatments.
It can be difficult to make
sense of the complicated sounding ingredients listed on the side of
manufactured products, but many of the active properties of these
cleansers are introduced by the addition of some of nature's simplest
ingredients. You can recreate your very own effective acne treatments by
putting these together in your own natural facial cleaner, making a
product that can effectively treat your acne in a natural and gentle
way.
A wide variety of natural products can act as effective
natural facial cleaners that can be applied to the skin and rinsed away
with warm water. The natural astringency of lime juice makes it an
excellent base in effective acne treatments - mixed with boiled milk, it
makes an effective and soothing facial wash. Mix lime juice with equal
amounts of groundnut oil to use as a pre-wash: apply to the skin and
leave for ten to fifteen minutes before washing. Mix with rose water and
leave on the skin for about twenty minutes, and see how refreshed your
skin looks and feels when you rinse with warm water.
Rose water
can also be mixed with sandalwood to create an effective acne treatment -
simply apply to the face and rinse with water after twenty minutes.
Ground orange peel and water can be made into a paste and used in the
same way. Natural facial cleaners can even be produced by mixing such
strange ingredients as turmeric powder and mint juice; just rinse with
water after twenty minutes to see the difference.
As with all
new facial products that you use, it is always wise to test a patch of
your skin for any potential adverse reactions before applying to your
whole face. Rub a small amount of your selected mixture just behind your
ear, rinse, and wait twenty-four hours. If you experience any redness
or itchy patches, then one of the ingredients might not be right for
you.
But don't be disheartened - just try the next mixture. It
could be one of the effective acne treatments you've been looking for.
You can often be surprised, but you can sometimes make your own effective acne treatments.
by:
rudy silva
In 1979, Maurice
Messe'gue', the famous French herbalist, who practiced herbal footbaths
for all kinds of ailments, wrote a book called "Health Secrets of
Plants and Herbs." In this book he outlined his footbath treatment for
Eczema.
I have listed his herbal recommendations and have added a few more that
are effective in reducing eczema symptoms. I have listed 11 herbs that
you can buy in small quantities, ½ oz, to mix together, produce a tea,
and use in a footbath.
As mentioned in my other article on footbaths, create a tea, with herbs
and let them sit for 20-30 minutes. Then strain and add them to a
footbath. Use the footbath in the morning and evening for 10 - 14
minutes.
Use at least 9 of the herbs listed here.
Artichoke leaves - You can use artichoke leaves dried whole or cut down
and as an extract. Artichoke leaves have been used for indigestion and
irritable bowel syndrome. They help increase bile and help the liver to
regenerate. The liver needs to be in good condition to help eczema
conditions when excess toxins are contributing to eczema. The liver
helps to detoxify colon toxins and other toxins that may reach eczema
locations and cause inflammation.
What I do is just buy some artichokes and cut them into small pieces -
about a small hand full - boil water and put them into the boiling water
for 2-3 minutes. Then I take the boiling water off the stove and put
my herbs.
Elecampane leaves - This herb is used to expel intestinal parasites,
helps to pull toxins out of the body, stimulate digestion and the immune
system. A tea of leaves and roots help clean the skin by removing
toxins and allowing your immune system to heal your skin.
Cabbage leaves - these leaves are known to reduce your susceptibility to
cancer. It is thought that cabbage leaves have anti-inflammatory
action. Cabbage has a healing action on open wounds. You can use fresh
cabbage cut into small pieces and add them to the boiling water at the
same time you add the artichokes.
Nettles - Nettle tea is good for wounds, stings, and burns. It is also
used to eliminate worms and for colon disorders. Many times skin
disorders can be the result of a toxic colon. That is why cleansing and
detoxifying the colon will help with any type of skin problem.
Sage - is a strong astringent, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory. It
increases blood circulation, and helps digestive problems.
Lavender -It is used for inflammation from insect bites. Lavender helps
to calms nerves. Many of the skin disorders stem from anxiety and
nervous conditions which lower the immune system. This allows toxins or
heredity conditions to surface and re-establish themselves as skin
diseases.
Marigold - is used for pain and skin swelling. It is good for wounds, sprains, and inflamed and sore eyes.
Arnica - stimulates blood circulation and increases blood pressure. It
is used for eczema and acne. It has anti-bacterial and
anti-inflammatory properties. It can reduce swelling and pain and helps
heal wounds.
Burdock root - Has an excellent history of helping bruises, swelling,
and joint pain. It can help to eliminate ringworm on the surface of the
skin.
Black Walnut - hull and leaves are used to rid you of various kinds of
worms throughout the body. It is useful in constipation, parasitic and
fungal infection. It also helps eczema, acne, herpes, skin parasites,
and psoriasis.
Yarrow Flowers - helps to improve liver function. It has antiseptic and
viral properties. It firms and tones tissue outside and inside the
body. It helps to boost your immunity and kills many types of
pathogens. Its oils absorb toxins and help the body dispose of them
without out creating side effects.
There you have it. Don't be afraid of buying separate herbs and
creating an herbal mixture that you can use in a footbath for eczema,
acne and other skin conditions. One last thing, when you use the
footbath, you will stir up toxins that may increase skin breakouts but
this will pass as the footbaths help to clean out your body.
Like a
good many people I have been the victim of acne vulgaris (what an
appropriate name) the medical term for pimples. It has made me
aggravated, made me cry, and made me angry. Thousands of people each
year are afflicted by it, and it makes recluses out of a good many
teenagers.
It is caused when your pores get clogged
and the fatty material made by the sebaceous gland accumulates, and a
"bump" appears under the skin-or perhaps a whitehead or a blackhead (a
comedone). Blackheads are not caused by dirt but by the discoloring
effect of air on the fatty material in the clogged pore. If this
substance becomes infected a pimple results.
As
anyone can tell you the worst thing to do is to push or "pop" a pimple.
Because this will not only cause more, but can result in life long
scars. No matter what you see on TV or a friend tells you, don't pop a
pimple. I know, I made the mistake and I'm still regretting it.
But
not too long ago I discovered a way to lessen the intensity of my
outbreaks, although it stops short of completely curing them.
I
totally avoid grain products, most especially bread, corn, cereal, and
other pastries, (also potatoes) and to still get all my vitamins I add
wheat germ and brewer's yeast to yogurt or milk and fruit. Brewer's
yeast does take time to acquire a taste to however, and can be found at
most if not all Health food stores.
This method may appeal to you or it may not. Use your own judgment and see what is right for you.
