Acne Cream
Acne is a condition that affects nearly everyone at some point in his or her life. And as such, it’s likely that most people will also try some type of acne cream or preparation to prevent or treat their condition. There are several natural herbs that can be used in cream form to heal acne. Organic acne creams are also available.
Herbal Acne Creams
The following herbs may be found in an herbal acne preparation. Talk with your local herbalist for information on making your own acne cream using these ingredients.
Aloe: Aloe is a potent healer that can be used to counteract infection and promote healing. In ointment or cream form, aloe can be used on acne pimples or lesions. For acne scars, apply an acne cream containing aloe each evening and allow the product to dry overnight. This will help reduce the appearance of scars and improve skin complexion and color.
Amaranth: Amaranth can be found in many herbal acne preparations. It helps to cleanse the skin and gently reduce the development of acne. If you are making your own acne cream using amaranth, be sure to boil the seeds for approximately 5 minutes and then add the leaves to the tea before using.
Basil: Acne can be effectively treated with basil. There are several basil-based acne remedies on the market that can be purchased from your local health food store.
Burdock: The herb burdock is very effective in treating acne. It can be made into a cream or into a tea.
Calendula: can be made into tinctures, lotions and creams. Look for acne creams that contain calendula to help gently cleanse the face and heal acne lesions.
Tea tree oil: Tea tree oil is derived from the leaves of the native Australian Melaleuca alternifolia tree. It contains antiseptic compounds that are a very effective at cleansing and protecting the skin. Tea tree oil is just as effective as benzoyl peroxide at reducing acne, and it is less drying to the skin.
The Safety of Acne Creams
Acne medications and preparations undergo a series of tests before they are put are the market. The US Food and Drug Administration is the government agency responsible for setting and enforcing the standards that manufacturers must adhere to before they sell new skin-care products. It’s up to the manufacturers to prove that their products are safe and effective by testing them in both clinical and laboratory studies.
Skin care products are a multi-billion dollar industry. Many skin care products, including acne creams, claim to make skin beautiful, young, and healthy looking. But not all of the products live up to their promises. So how can you be sure that the product you purchase will really deliver everything it says it will? Here are a few tips on how to purchase a safe and effective acne cream.
Know the Source. The internet is a wonderful source of information and products. It provides access to products and services from around the world. And in most cases, these products and services are a good value for the consumer. But unfortunately, the internet has also provided a breeding ground for less than scrupulous companies to hawk their wares. You probably would not buy a skin care product from a man who was sitting on the street corner with a small paper sign and a few boxes of his product. You would probably be concerned about the credentials of the manufacturer and the source of the ingredients. But that same man could set up a Web site to sell his product and viola… a legitimate looking company is born. Be very careful about anything you purchase from the internet.
Ask Questions. If you are considering purchasing a skin care product, such as an acne cream, be sure that you understand the instructions for using the product as well as any potential side effects of the product. Call the company (it should offer a toll-free number) and speak with a customer service representative to get answers to your questions.
Get A Recommendation. Talk with your family physician or dermatologist about your condition and talk to them about the products you are considering. Your health care provider will help you evaluate your particular case of acne and the acne preparation that will work best for your condition.
About the Author
Dr. Edward F. Group III continues to develop and sell exclusively high-end natural and organic skin care lines to support a wide range of skin conditions. The products he promotes are free of toxic tag-along herbicides, insecticides, pesticides, heavy metals, fumigants, irradiation, liver-toxic glues, binders, or gelatin capsules with animal-source risk and toxic preservatives. level of active ingredients. For more information on skin care please visit Skin-care-support.org.
