The most rudimentary alternative treatment is simply maintaining a low-fat diet, taking the right vitamins, and taking care of your hygiene. In addition, calories from saturated fat should be extremely low due to the adverse effects that can damage body tissue and cause swelling. It has also been asserted that other foods can cause the body to retain heat, and that drinking coffee, using a lot of garlic, and eating spicy foods are things that should be steered clear of.

Vitamin A helps maintain healthy skin, so it is vital to include a sufficient quantity in the diet. Zinc should also be included as it helps transport nutrients to the cells. In girls and women, menstruation sometimes causes acne to flare up. If that is the case, Vitamin B-6 can assist in regulating hormone production. Maintenance of daily bowel movements can be facilitated by eating a high fiber diet. In addition, acidophilus capsules may improve digestion.

Some alternative acne remedies must be applied to the skin. One such treatment is a honey facial in which uncooked honey is applied to the face, where it remains for five to ten minutes. This revitalizes the skin.

Tea tree oil is another known method, and it also goes right on the skin. Many believe that if this oil is applied, bacteria will not grow on the skin.

Exfoliants such as alpha-hydroxyl acids, glycolic and lactic acids found in citrus fruits can be used to help treat acne. It is believed that they help prevent the build up of dead skin cells. In one remedy, a mixture of lemon juice and water can be placed on the face and rinsed off after about ten minutes. If a “burning sensation” occurs, the water concentration in the mixture can be increased.

Herbalists often have their own favorite alternative acne treatments. Some suggest evening primrose oil or black current seed oil capsules. Others prefer the use of teas using herbs such as Echinacea or Goldenseal.

Exercise, as well as relaxation is important in the practice alternative treatments for acne. It is essential to ones well being that the body is at its peak level. Alternative acne treatments tend to be controversial, especially with doctors, but the success of them depends greatly on the person and the degree of severity of the acne they are suffering with.

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