Since oil of oregano is an antinflamatory can it be taken internally to reduce/prevent acne. Any other herb?
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I’ve heard that three cloves of garlic a day can help prevent acne.  If you take them and put them in a blender with some V8 then it tastes just like a spicy V8.  Tea tree oil is good for acne, but it can dry the skin. It may be better to dilute it. I have also tried one or two egg whites whipped with a tsp of honey and one or two tsps of lemon juice.  Let this sit on your face for 10-15 min and do this about 3 times a week, if your face gets to dry then you can include the yolk. \n\nBest of luck..\n\nIf you look online you can find lots of stuff on home remedies.  There are also lots of books on the subject, try checking some out at the library.  :)\n\nhttp://www.womanht.com/beauty/beauty.htm
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Evening primrose oil.  You can take it internally and also apply it externally.  I have personally seen amazing results with this.
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I would take one drop of oregano oil in a small cup of grape juice with a dash of cinnamon three time a day until flu symptoms etc.., end. Don't overdo it. When you body says enough quit.\n\nIt is very strong stuff. I would swish one drop in my mouth mixed with sunflower seed oil for ten minutes and spit it out.\n\nI would also take a steamy bath with 2-3 drops mixed very well for and breathe vapors.
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I have had mild acne for about 2 years now, and I have tried many topicals, trying to find a "cure." I have researched a lot about this skin condition, but couldn't find very many reliable sources, and almost all of them say the same thing.\nI do not think acne is "curable," and you have to cope with in adolescence, but there are steps that you can take to make your face better.\nDo not try harsh topical treatments, or ANY KIND OF PILLS!!! Do not consume pills, since most (or maybe all of them) have bad side effects. Accutane has horrible body side effects, and is a total killer to babies inside pregnant women, and once you quit taking accutane, acne comes back for sure. I had tried consuming nutrient suppliments to make my acne better, but they produced little effect. Also, I do not rely on any other active ingredients than salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide.\nI had come across a very helpful site for an ultimate "prevention" to acne.\n\nwww.acne.org\n\nIt may initially sound like a very simple and "common" website, but it has a very powerful regimen that you may use to treat your acne. Very simple:\n- Wash your face with a GENTLE CLEANSER.\n- Apply your face with 2.5% BENZOYL PEROXIDE. Wash.\n- Apply your face with a GENTLE MOISTURIZER.\n\nThis regimen works for almost everyone who TRIED it. Most of these people had previously tried everything on the market and still haven't been successful with their acne. Do not overlook this. I greatly thank the guy who has experimented with this regimen and written the site.\nThe reason why this works is because your skin must not get dried or irritated. You might probably want to improve your acne, no matter how your skin turns out to be. That's not the case. If you dry or irritate your skin, your acne gets worse. That is why benzoyl peroxide (B.P.) products at 10% concentrations are really bad for your acne, because these guys irritate your skin EXTREMELY easily. The manufacturers put it on market only to "attract" consumers by flashing products with high B.P. concentrations and make profit.\nHowever, a 2.5% B.P. product is much better, since it produces much less dryness and irritation. B.P. gradually penetrates your pores and kills acne bacteria, and (as a bonus) your skin cannot produce resistance to this substance (unlike salicylic acid). The pore-penetrating and bacteria-killing properties of 2.5% B.P. is just as powerful as the 10% B.P., but much better for your skin and much more effective for acne (read the paragraph above).\nIt is important that you cleanse your face with a cleanser before applying B.P. since it gets rid of a lot of dirt and oil from your face. Application of B.P. is much better done on clean skin.\nMoisturizing is a MUST, since it prevents irritation from the B.P. (I think it is good using it after applying just any other product that can cause skin drying and irritation). Make sure your moisturizer does not have any oil, since oil makes your acne worse. I use Loreal Hydra-Renewal.\nMake sure you start this regimen slowly. It is not good to start using benzoyl peroxide (if this is your first time or haven't used it for a long time) at a frequent rate. You must believe this regimen will work. Do not give up since it really works. READ THE WEBSITE FOR DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS. A major mistake of many people is that they give up too easily. But if you really want your acne to get better, I suggest that you trust this regimen, and follow it precisely. I hope this has been helpful, but you'd better read the information supplied at the site above. Dont forget to write positive feedback to the guy who made the site, hehehe. Good bye ^^\n\nEdit: Do this regimen at night. If you do it at day and you go out, you might damage your skin easily because of the B.P. And also be patient. This works a little slowly, but is ultra effective.\n\nEdit: If you are really impatient about a big pimple, you may try t
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Be care to whom you listen. It is not caused by chocolate candy or tomato's or anything you eat. Washing our face a hundred times a day just dries out your skin. It is caused by heredity\nand a bacteria, known as Propionibacterium acnes, is a normal inhabitant of the skin. It uses sebum as a nutrient for growth, therefore increases in follicles during puberty. People with acne have more Propionibacterium acnes in their follicles than people without acne. The presence of bacteria attracts white blood cells to the follicle. These white blood cells produce an enzyme that damages the wall of the follicle, allowing the contents of the follicle to enter the dermis. This process causes an inflammatory response seen as papules (red bumps), pustules, and nodules. The bacteria also cause the formation of free fatty acids, which are irritants, increasing the inflammatory process in the follicle.\n\nThe washes you see really do little if anything but you can try Accutane (keeping in mind there have been problems with it-mental problems and suicide).\n\nAntibiotics work by several mechanisms. The most important is the decrease in the number of bacteria in and around the follicle. Antibiotics also work by reducing the irritating chemicals produced by white blood cells. \n\nFinally, antibiotics reduce the concentration of free fatty acids in the sebum, also reducing the inflammatory response. The most frequently used antibiotics for acne are : Tetracycline, Erythromycin, Minocycline, Doxycycline and Clindamycin.\n\nThe only other thing "I" would recommend is Retin-A and it is not going to do what you want it to do. However, trust me when I say these washes do and can not work!\n\nThe best thing you could do is see a dermatologist. God bless you and the Southern People.
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I used a mixture of strawberries and apple cider vinager when I was a teenager to combat acne.  Worked for me, but strawberries can be kind of expensive.\n\nIf you want to get better ideas, just walk down the skin care isle of your nearest grocery store.  Those products have every fruit known to man in them - lemons, papyas, mangos, avacados, apricots, apples, grapes (oh, grapeseed oil is good), etc. . .\n\nGood luck.
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Wild Mountain oregano oil taken straight.  Get the North American Herb and Spice brand or Vitality works in a bottle. No capsules, because you want it to go to work right away on the affected area. They are both good.  Studies have shown it is as effective as prescription antibiotics for strep.  Oregano oil is very strong so be prepared to chase it down with a little water.  I take about 5 drops 2 X daily for something like this. NOTE: Check out the second link I have attached. It talks about how studies have shown it to be effective on strep.   You can buy Vitality works at iherb.com for $14.00 a bottle.  Health food stores charge up to $80.00 a bottle for North American Herb and Spice brand.) You can save yourself a little money and it is just as good. Good Luck!
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Try L-Lysine or tea tree oil those are both natural ways to get rid of your acne and they don't dry out your skin
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Tea tree oil is considered an anti septic. The claim is that it is medicinal and beneficial to for cosmetic purposes. I was using the tea tree scrub, facial wash and toner from the Body Shop, and they seem to work, but frequent use can leave the skin dried out.  There's a website link that claims to have done research and grades the different uses of tea tree oil and  the effectiveness. \nThe best solution is to go to a local dermatologist and getting him to evaluate and then prescribe something acne specific.
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no, not at all true.\nPrevailing wisdom in the dermatology community is that diet and acne are not related. Of course science is never a 100% reliable enterprise. But at this time, there is no evidence that chocolate, sugar, oil, milk, seafood, or any other food causes acne. Some people absolutely insist that a certain food causes acne for them, or that a specific acne diet works for them. In this case, doctors sometimes recommend that they avoid that food or follow that diet. Regarding chocolate specifically, several studies have been performed, and the answer to "does chocolate cause pimples?" is a resounding "No".
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Tea tree oil will also stop a cold sore dead in its tracks. I honestly have never tried oregano oil but then again I have never seen it. As for lung function I know garpe seed extract can help asthma and other allergies I would like to know what caused your lung problems to try and be more help so feel free to contact me.
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There is no scientific evidence that chocolate, french fries or other greasy foods cause acne. Acne is a skin disorder that can affect people at all ages, from infancy to old age. The years from adolescence to middle age tend to be the most troublesome as far as acne is concerned. \n\nSince the exact source of acne is not known, It is important to remember that there is no single medicine for acne treatment. Here are some guidelines to follow:\n\n    * Wash your skin twice a day with warm water and a gentle pH balanced soap that does not contain sulfur, chemicals, or perfume.\n\n    * Touch your face only when your hands are clean, wash them frequently and avoid touching your nasal area and then your skin.\n\n    * Steam your face a few times a week to open and cleanse your pores. Boil some water in a pot on the stove, turn off the heat, cover your head and face with a towel and hang your face over the pot. Take your face away from the heat whenever you need to, and when the steam is gone, rinse your face with cold water.\n\n    * Check out your diet. Try eating a diet high in fiber (salads, bran, complex carbohydrates), and lots of water. This will keep your digestive system working so that your skin is not burdened by wastes your system can't handle. Keep your diet low in fat and sugar. Eating healthier foods insures that your skin gets the nutrients it needs. Food allergies may also contribute to acne. You might try eliminating dairy products, wheat, and/or food preservatives.\n\nSee the following page for more detail:-
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Acne is normally caused by the hormonal changes in your body. Washing is one of the ways to Lower the amount of pimples you get, but not the only way. The oil glands in your hair and skin produce a specific type of oil lubricant, Sebum, but as a teen’s body matures hormones cause these glands to go into overdrive and produce more than necessary. Your pores become clogged and a bacteria gets trapped inside, that bacteria cause’s acne.\n\nNow washing your face two or three times a day can help prevent the buildup of oils, but make sure you DO NOT SCRUB HARD. Washing your face as gently as you can helps, Scrubbing with pressure actually worsens it by irritating your skin and pores! \n\nIf you wear makeup or sunscreen, make sure it's labeled "oil free," "noncomedogenic," or "nonacnegenic." This means it won't clog your pores and contribute to acne. And when you are washing your face, be sure you take the time to remove all of your makeup so it doesn't clog your pores. If you use hair sprays or gels, try to keep them away from your face, as they can also clog pores. If you have long hair that touches your face, be sure to wash it frequently enough to keep oil away.\n\nThere are many over-the-counter lotions and creams containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide available to help prevent acne and clear it up at the same time. You can experiment with these to see which helps. Be sure to follow the instructions exactly - don't use more than you're supposed to at one time, as your skin may get too dried out and feel and look worse.\n\nSometimes even though they wash properly and try lotions and oil-free makeup, people get acne anyway - and this is totally normal. In fact, some girls who normally have a handle on their acne may find that it comes out a few days before they get their period. This is called premenstrual acne, and about seven out of 10 women get it from changes in hormones in the body.\n\nIf you look in the mirror and see a pimple, don't touch it, squeeze it, or pick at it. This might be hard to do - it can be pretty tempting to try to get rid of a pimple. But when you play around with pimples, you can cause even more inflammation by poking at them or opening them up. Plus, the oil from your hands can't help! More importantly, though, picking at pimples can leave tiny, permanent scars on your face.\n\nAcne is passed on from your parents ask them about their Acne. What helped them may work for you; there is no one single cure for Acne.\n\nFission\n\nNOTE: Some people believe that foods and stress cause breakouts. These are Myths, they are not true.\n\nAcne isn't caused by eating greasy foods like french fries or pizza, chomping on chocolate, or drinking sodas. Stress doesn't usually cause acne either (although it can make existing acne worse because stress increases sebum production).\nThere are also myths about what helps make acne better. Acne isn't really helped by the sun. Although a tan can temporarily make acne look less severe, it won't help it go away permanently - and some people find that the oils their skin produces after being in the sun make their pimples worse.
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no, no and no! acne starts on the inside, and to beat it, so should you! washing does help.\nwithout going to a perscription, start off drinking 64 ounces of water a day! this will flush the toxins from your system, and start clearing your skin. just washing will help, but it will not clear the acne!\nto get it nipped in the bud, go to your doctor, he or she can help you get it for the most part, clear. good luck!! :)
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One inexpensive thing to try is changing your diet. Some recommendations are:\n\n- eat fewer fatty foods, especially trans fats. Trans fats are hydrogenated oils that are in a lot of fast food and junk food, such as Oreos and fried foods\n\n- eat more protein, mostly found in meat, but also in tofu and lentils\n\n- eat less grains, i.e. bread, spaghetti, pizza. This  and eating more protein has helped many friends of mine with their skin\n\n- don't have chocolate or coffee. These are not proven to have any relation to acne, but some doctors think certain people have skin reactions when they eat or drink a lot of it.\n\n\nI hope this helps! You'll have to experiment and see what works for you! Best of luck to you.
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Talk to a dermatologist.  If the acne is moderate to severe there is laser treatment and a powerful drug called accutane.  Accutane is amazing but needs to be closely monitored.
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It is extremely possible that no matter how many topical treatments you use that your acne will not go away.  Topicals that you get from the drug store are generally used for "a lite case of pimples".  If you have actual acne - you need to see a Dermatologist, and he/she will probably put you on an antibacterial antibiotic in combination with another antibiotic.  He/She will probably also give you prescribed topicals that are stronger.