These are the
chinese herbs that are proved to be helpful in taking care of the skin and
treating acne.
Chinese Herbs for Acne:
- Dandelion (root)
Dandelion is a plant which can be met in the meadows. It belongs to the aster family which is known for its general detoxifying effect. That's why it is considered to be necessary for the skin defects treatment.
There are other characteristics of the plant as well that can serve you greatly. The leaves of the herb contain inulin, choline, bitter compounds in addition to such minerals as sulfur, silicic acid, sodium and calcium, potassium can. For this reason dandelion is used in cosmetic products that are aimed to remove skin problems: eczema, acne and etc.
- Burdock (root)
Burdock is a plant, which can be met in different places of the world. From the earliest times experts used to cure eczema, acne, skin cancer and other skin diseases with the help of its root and leaves. It acts as a natural mild antibiotic and can help in obtaining skin smoothness.
- Yellow Dock (root)
Yellow dock, a common wide spread skin toner, when coupled with sarsaparilla, offers a remedy for persistent skin complaints. Its ingredients like the astringent tannis and the anti-microbial qualities of the purgative anthraquinones mixed together to make concoctions of the herb, valuable in dealing with skin illnesses like skin psoriasis and eczema, along with skin breakouts.
- Purple Coneflower
Echinacea behaves as an immune system stimulant by enhancing the creation of certain kinds of white blood cells and fortifying cell walls thus viruses and bacteria don't get inside them. The ingredients of this plant help to treat skin inflammations. This plant is typical in the south of the USA and Canada, but it is not common in Europe and Asia. It is not typical for the North America.
This plant is also good for cold and flu due to its immune-strengthening properties. It should be taken orally. If you have such problems as eczema, psoriasis or insect bites, you should apply it to your skin to relive the condition. Purple Coneflower also works as bactericidal agent.
- Red Clover (blossom)
This herb is used to purge the body of toxins. It is possible due to the high content of vitamin B-complex, which is an effective ingredient for fixing the problems with skin. In traditional medicine practice, green plants have been cut and put right on skin irritations including bug bites. Lately, lotions, creams, or gels comprising red clover concentrate have been testing for the treatment of skin psoriasis along with other skin disorders.
- Licorice
Licorice intake in proper dosage reduces redness and inflammation of skin. Poultices of licorice have also been used for skin infections and dermatitis treatment. Combinations of licorice and other healing and cleansing herbs are also used in in cosmetics as skin emollient.
- Cayenne
Cayenne pepper has strong and bitter taste because it contains capsaicin, a component used to relieve skin itching and pain as it works on the sensory nerves. Cayenne pepper can even make psoriasis go away. It is one of the top cayenne pepper benefits. It also stimulates other ingredients and helps them reach pores of the skin and sebaceous glands faster.
Acne Treatment Products
Of course, it doesn't mean that you should mix all these herbs at home to to create your own
acne treatment product. However, while choosing the medicine for your skin you may pay your attention to the fact whether this or that herb is contained in it. These herbs are sure to do your skin good - to clean it and prevent your skin from acne in future.
