Ayurvedic Treatment For Acne

Acne is a very common problem affecting teenagers. It is a skin complaint in which spots, blackheads and pimples appear on the face, neck and body.

Healing Hints
According to Ayurveda, acne are the papules resembling the sprout on the bark of 'Shalmali ' tree, appears on the face in adolescents. Increased 'kapha and vata dosha' and 'rakta and meda dhatu ' are involved in causing this disease.
According to ayurved most important contributory factors in this condition is diet. Improper dietary habits may lead to acne or yavanapidika.


Home Remedies

All home remedies for acne are enhanced by proper vitamin and mineral supplementation. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink lots of water & fresh juices. Water is excellent at flushing out toxins and restoring health.

Grind orange peel with some water to a paste and apply on affected parts.

Aloe Vera juice applied twice a day can greatly speed up the healing of acne lesions.

Mix sandalwood paste with rosewater and apply on the face. Rinse off after 30 minutes.

Mix mint juice with turmeric powder and apply on affected area. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water.

 Blend cucumber and make a paste. Apply this as a mask on your face and leave it for 1/2 hour and then rinse. This refreshes your skin and prevents acne.

Mix the paste of tender neem leaves with turmeric and apply of affected area. An eastern approach in curing acne.

Make a paste by mixing 3 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water. Repeat for two weeks, pimples will disappear forever.

Note: If the acne is in severe stage, then consult with your doctor.