Kids and Teens

Most people go through stages in life where their skin rebels; you are not alone. 89% of people in their teens are affected and, though acne tends to decrease as the years go on, some adults are still severely affected. So what is one to do if one has sensitive skin or cannot take internal medications due to health problems? There are a few natural remedies for acne which may help to ease the severity of the situation.

Firstly, one must look at hygiene and diet. If you keep yourself clean and exfoliate regularly, shower and wash your face at least once per day, you are already on the right track. Food is a more complex problem because each person reacts differently. However, it is safe to say that bad food breeds bad health and bad skin. Too much sugar or carbohydrates have been linked to skin problems, whereas water and fresh produce can 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 and tea tree oil reduce swelling and redness, while some people think the answer lies in catching a few rays. Sweating in any form of exercise is good, too, because sweat will flush out your pores. It will also jump-start your circulation and will force you to take a shower!

The difficult thing to understand is that few natural remedies are useful for very severe problems; the best thing to do would be to consult a dermatologist or doctor who understands your medical history and what you can handle.

Some medications can be taken alone, others are made to be taken with creams or scrubs. The problem is that acne can be a hormonal or hereditary problem which is not cured by natural remedies; medication is needed. It is nothing to be embarrassed about, however, since almost all people suffer through it at some point in their lives.

Science has greatly advanced the available medication in this field. There are specific medications for all skin types and medical histories, ages, and genders. The only way to know what is right for you is to contact a doctor. A few imperfections on a surface as large as the skin are to be expected over the course of a person’s life, but that does not mean you have to suffer low self-esteem because of it.