In controlling excess sebum production and combating the bacteria that proliferate in the follicles.

A combination of internal and external treatment brings the best results. However, no clinical trials support this claim. INTERNAL TREATMENTS A daily dose of chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus) may help to control surges of the hormones (espe- cially at puberty) that increase the size...

The evidence suggests acne responds well to homeopathy.

SULPHUR AND SILICEA  Two of the most commonly indicated medicines are  Sul- phur and  Silicea. Rashes that respond to Sulphur are typically very itchy, particularly in the heat. Sulphur constitutional types are usually extroverted, untidy and may be opinionated or...

Nutritional Therapy,acne

WHOLEFOOD DIET Evidence is emerging that the prevalence of acne in developed countries is related to a glut of foods high in refined sugars and starches. These tend to cause the body to secrete copious quan- tities of insulin, which seem to increase the levels of the male hormones...

DEVELOPMENT OF ACNE VULGARIS

Sebaceous glands around the hair follicles produce sebum (an oily substance) to lubricate hair growth and waterproof the surface of the skin. Sometimes too much sebum is produced during puberty in both sexes due to male hormones (androgens). The excess sebum becomes mixed with dead...

Conventional Medicine for skin

After making a diagnosis, and depending on the severity of your symptoms, your doctor may recommend antibiotics and other drugs in the form of creams as well as preparations to be taken orally. You may also be referred to a dermatologist. TOPICAL KERATOLYTICS,such as salicylic acid,...

If you have acne, SELF-HELP

If you have acne, the following steps may help you: ● Wash twice a day with warm water and a mild cleanser, but do not scrub your skin too vigorously. ● Do not pick your spots and pimples, as this may make them worse and even result in scarring. ● Apply benzoyl peroxide cream to...

Acne vulgaris is more common and more severe in males than in females.

Acne vulgaris is more common and more severe in males than in females. The skin condition is triggered by changes in hor- mones, such as testosterone and other androgens, associated with puberty. The rash usually subsides after adolescence, but can occasionally persist after the...