Natural Acne Remedies

2007-02-21T14:11:00.000-08:00

TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN!!!

Want to stop Acne? Stop general skin problems? It's not as hard as you may imagine! Millions of people suffer from Acne and various skin conditions.

This article will expose the myths about many of the products you may already be using. Eliminating skin problems from Acne, to Cold Sores, to Warts, or any Skin Condition for that matter begins with taking proper care of your skin.

Do you ever envy those people who have beautiful blemish free skin with perfect tone? Would you like to know the 5 basic secrets to clearing your skin? If so, you will find this information of great value.

Many scientific studies today are showing the huge negative contribution of chemicals found in make-up, over the counter moisturizers and lotions is growing.

More and more people today are becoming hyper-sensitive or allergic to the products they are using. In the last 5 years alone there has been a 40% increase in reactions to everything from hair dye to body lotions.

For those of you dealing with skin conditions or skin problems it is more important than ever to use chemical free products. Many skin issues worsen solely due to the products being used.

This is why I will share the 5 basic secrets to clearing your skin in this article. These secrets pertain to all kinds of skin conditions, not just Acne.

Most of the time when people suffer from a certain skin problem there are contributing factors involved. Factors such as Dry Skin, Acne, Cold Sores, Rosacea, Skin Rashes Etc...

Here are some MUST DO steps you need to be doing, to ensure the products you are using don't contain chemicals which will have an adverse affect on your skin:

Read The Labels.... Take a look at soap for instance, 99% of all bath soaps and body washes sold in stores contain alcohol and stearic acid in their ingredients.

Both of these will cause your skin to be irritated and dryed out!!! Stay away from these ingredients.

Use a product such as glycerin bar soap, or an all natural body wash.

These products do not contain harsh chemicals that can damage your skin, rather they will provide the nourishment and correct PH balance for a more radiant skin.

This is the biggest issue for the problem skin environment. Read the labels before you use these products!!!

Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate.... Your skin will respond big time to proper hydration. You should be drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water daily.

Not only will it help to prevent dry skin, but it will flush out all the daily toxins that build up due to everyday exposure to the environment.

Another good idea, squeeze a few lemon or lime drops into your water. This will provide a dose of vitamin c for your skin.

These 2 steps alone will have you on your way to much healthier and radiant looking skin.

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5 Basic Secrets to Clearing Your Skin

1) Use a Glycerin or Sorbitol Based Soap or Face Wash!

Most soaps and face washes sold in stores today CAN'T remove the excess oil on your face without over-drying the skin, or causing irritation.

You may have even noticed some products leave your skin feeling like there is a wax film left on it. And for most of us, problem skin or not, our skin is dry in some areas and oily in others.

A combination skin if you will. These everyday over the counter products DO NOT address these concerns.

Using a glycerin or sorbitol based soap will leave your skin feeling clean and looking radiant, without over-drying while leaving a hostile environment for bacteria.

2) EXFOLIATE on a Regular Basis!

Exfoliation is the natural process of flaking away of the outer skin cells, revealing a new layer of skin that exposes and protects you from the outside elements.

The older we get, the slower our natural exfoliation process becomes. Regular exfoliation is crucial in maintaining skin with a clear healthy glow.

Otherwise buildup occurs over time which results in clogged pores, skin breakouts and wrinkles.

Some people have a natural exfoliation process that tends to slow down faster others, which can lead to being more susceptible to blocked pores than others.

It is important to speed up that exfoliation process. Here are some steps to accomplish this.

A) Use Alpha and hydroxy acids, they are available over the counter and are the milder forms of fruit acids which are used to peel the skin.

Since these are in such a mild form, they work slowly over to time peeling off the old layers of skin revealing the new skin. These are inexpensive products and take about 6 weeks to work.

They range anywhere from 5% to 20% in strength. The higher the percentage, the more intensive the skin peeling.

B) Dermabrasion, is like sanding off the outer layers of skin, like if you were to sand a piece of wood.

Dermabrasion is designed to take up to 4 layers of outer skin off. There is an operative version for people with severe acne scarring.

This procedure is performed by a doctor and can be expensive with a longer recovery time needed. Dermabrasion has been known to leave a shine on the skin that is hard to cover up.

Otherwise it is pretty effective.

C) Peels, There are tons of peels available these days. The most common ones are the Glycolic Acid Peel, which is a very strong version of the alpha hydroxy fruit acid mixture.

It gets rid of the dead and ready to fall off skin cells. This will take a few treatments over a 1 month period, and will not burn or damage the good live skin cells.

TCA Peel, a true acid peel performed by a dermatologist or certified salon esthetician. This procedure does burn the outer layer of skin and carries the risk of infection.

All the outer layers are removed with a week and a half needed for recovery time. This peel can be very costly and be somewhat painful. This is a good way to go if you want instant results.

Phenol Peel, much like the TCA Peel, only much stronger and performed only by a medical professional. Not the best choice considering the other peels available.

Skin Culture Peel, a natural mixture in use now for over 75 years. Gets the same results as the Phenol and TCA Peels without the burning of the outer layers and risk of infection. This peel works great and is relatively inexpensive in comparison to the other peels.

3) Reduce Your Sugar Intake

Excess amounts of sugar in your diet can cause a variety of health problems and diseases.

And yes it affects your skin too! Consuming a lot of sugar over time has been proven to leave the skin looking dull and even wrinkled. It also causes your immune system to slow down.

It can also destroy the flexibility and density of collagen or skin firming tissue. With a slowed immune system bacteria are more able to thrive in the body.

Having clear and blemish free skin requires a strong immune system. Don't worry, you can still have sugar, just reduce your intake of highly refined sugars.

Treats such as candy and cupcakes for instance are high in refined sugar. Pay attention to the labels on the foods you consume.

The 4 types of sugar that you need to reduce in your diet are Sucrose (table sugar), Fructose, Honey, and Malts.

You probably never considered sugar as an enemy of healthy skin, but these 4 highly refined sugars can be if consumed in high amounts over time.

4) Drink Lots of Water - Get a Good Amount of Vitamin C

You know the old saying "you are what you eat". Well what goes in your body shows on the outside, on your skin! Did you know you're skin is your largest organ?

Bet you never considered that! The single most important supplement you can get is Vitamin C. Vitamin C is responsible for the overall functionality of the skin.

Your skin requires "C" to repair itself and produce collagen. Although taking supplements is ok, the best way to get Vitamin C is through foods that contain high amounts.

Foods such as spinach, broccoli, oranges, lemons, limes and potatoes which contain 25 grams of "C". If you want beautiful skin, include some of these foods in your diet.

Don't get all your Vitamin C from a pill!

Drink plenty of Water.... the overall health of your skin (your entire body, inside and out) depends on it. Water will aid in the elasticity of your skin.

In order for your kidneys to remove the toxins that build up in your body, sufficient levels of water are needed. Water is a key ingredient in the self healing process of the human body.

You should drink 8 to 10 glasses of water daily, about 64 ounces. If you want to, add a slice of lemon or lime to each glass of water. That will add a water little vitamin c to it.

Buy bottled water and keep some in your car, your desk or locker, or wherever you spend the majority of your time.

Get in the habit of following these simple steps, and you will soon realize just how beautiful you're skin has become!

5) Use SunBlock - Protect Yourself From The Sun And Weather Elements

Using sunblock will help to protect your skin from the sun and wind . The toxins from the environment and the dryness to the outer layers of your skin can add to your breakout problems.

Use a 15 to 30 SPF sunblock when outdoors to protect against the environment. You can use a higher SPF for days where you will be outside all day long.

If you have combination skin or skin on the oily side, use an oil free sunblock. For dry skin, apply a sunblock with a mosturizer.

Use a non-comedogenic product, such as neutrogena, these products don't contain any pore clogging ingredients. Be sure to use the right sunblock for your skin type.

These 5 basic secrets are easy to follow, and won't get in the way of you living your life. You really can have skin that others envy.

You'll be amazed at how beautiful your skin will get. For more details on natural chemical-free acne and skin care see acne free naturally!

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