Almost all teenagers undergo the agonies of bad skin. 89% of teenagers, in fact. Though acne decreases greatly once a person gets through their teen years and hormones tend to settle down, some adults can still be seriously affected. And what is one to do if one has sensitive skin that cannot use over-the-counter creams? Read below for some natural remedies for acne.
You must first be willing to examine your hygiene and diet–and be just as willing to change them. Though dirt does not cause acne, grease and oil can clog pores. That is why it’s important to shower and wash your face and hair at least once per day. Diet is trickier because every body reacts differently to food. However, a poor diet tends to exacerbate skin problems. Do not eat food that is too greasy or sugary. Soda is one of the worst culprits. Drinking a lot of water has been proven to help clear skin.
Stress is another component; a long period of de-stressing is a good natural remedy to start to clear your skin. Though this may not be completely useful for chronic conditions, it will certainly help. One natural and very old remedy is any cleanser with sulphur in it. Sulphur exfoliates the skin and has antiseptic properties, so it is safe to use. The same is said of zinc.
Aloe Vera can reduce the swelling of acne, but will not cure it. Tea tree oil is praised in the same way. Some people also swear by getting out into the sun. Some believe that strenuous exercise is good for clearing the pores, since one sweats healthily. Remember to shower very soon after! This is also good for your circulation and for your overall health.
When all is said and done, though, ‘natural’ remedies may be no remedies at all for very serious cases. If you need something long-term and very potent, you must contact a dermatologist. They can not only give you natural tips to help, but they can give you medications or scrubs that will actually cure and prevent acne.
Some medications can be taken alone, others are made to be taken with creams or scrubs. For many people, acne is merely a hormonal problem which can be tied to age, heredity, stress, or menstruation. Some of these are unavoidable and most people go through similar experiences.
There have been great advancements in the field of acne medication–many more so than even ten years ago. Even the most sensitive of skin can find a safe option and will work more efficiently than any natural remedy. Skin is the largest organ, so it needs a little tending to, and like any other organ it needs a little medical attention from time to time.
