For anyone who suffers acne having outbreaks on their face is the worst form of this skin disorder and finding an acne face treatment that works is a high priority. Most people rush out to their local pharmacy and buy some form of topical cream which is spread on the offending pimples. While these OTC remedies may work short term they key to treating acne comes from within.
Acne itself is a condition of the skin in which small inflamed raised spots appear mostly on the face, neck, and back. It occurs when hair follicles get plugged and bacteria from the skin are able to enter the follicle, causing an infection. Acne first appears during puberty and although it is unclear why it happens, growth of the sebaceous gland is though to be a factor. As we age it is becoming clearer that diet and lifestyle can play a role in the formation of facial acne as well.
Other over-the-counter acne treatments just deal with the symptoms and don't address the root problems. Acne is caused from imbalances and impurities within the body, and that's why more natural treatments are aimed at reversing this. These treatments work naturally to correct physiological imbalances and stimulate your body's own defenses against bacteria and infection. Homeopathic acne treatments are particularly popular in Europe and have been used for centuries without side effects.
Not only will vitamins and herbal supplements help improve your overall health but they can also help control and prevent acne over time. Small doses of Vitamin A can help reduce the production of sebum and keratin. Vitamin B6, which aids in the metabolism of hormones, is an anti-oxidant and is helpful in dealing with mid-cycle or premenstrual acne. Vitamin B5 has been shown in recent studies to help with the over-production of oil with none of the side effects found in over the counter medications. Insufficient amounts of Vitamin B2 can actually cause oily skin. In fact the whole range of B vitamins will help keep your skin clear.
Today's fast food diet denies the body the nutrients it needs to effectively combat and prevent acne. Vitamin, mineral, and herbal supplements are a good way to make up for the lack of nutrition found in many peoples diet today. If nothing else a vitamin B complex along with Vitamins A and C, zinc, and primrose and flaxseed oil need to be added to any diet of someone looking for a natural acne face treatment.
