Side effects to acne medication

Side Effects of Standard Acne Treatments

Like medicated acne-scrubs & benzoyl peroxide ointments may be

• excessive dry skin
  
• rashes on sensitive skin
• eczema
• patches of irritated dry skin
• According to some studies benzoyl peroxide may encourage the formation of free radicals, which may potentially lead to older looking skin or formation of malignant tumors.

Side Effects of Antibiotics & other Prescription Treatments

• rashes like hives
• GI problems like indigestion
• Another powerful acne treatment, known as Isotretinoin, can cause headaches, muscle & joint pain, and occasional hair loss.

Side Effects of Hormonal Treatments

Since acne is largely caused by hormones associated with puberty, altering hormones can be an effective way to reduce breakouts with some side effects including:

• nausea
• vomiting
• changes in disposition or mood swings
• depression

 

Does Steam Help Acne?

Steaming may help to reduce the frequency, severity & duration of acne outbreaks.

a] Heat & moisture increases circulation,helps to remove wastes from blocked pores.
b] Dried skin cells are easier to remove when moistened with steam. Following this apply gentle abrasive (baking soda), to gently exfoliate and remove dried skin cells that can block pores and contribute to acne.
c] Follow steaming and exfoliating with a natural moisturizer that does not contain alcohol, such as coconut oil.



When steaming the skin, do not get too close to the source of the steam or serious burns may result.

Miracles of EGG–YOLK on Pimples

Are you trying to avoid Pharmacy and thereby a lot of money for your acne problems !!!!

You got it !!

Egg–Yolks are the solution to your problems.

Egg yolks are packed with Vitamin A, which is necessary for healthy skin and a common ingredient in over-the-counter acne medications. There are a few simple egg yolk recipes you can try for clearing up acne.

Step 1
Take a fresh egg and separate the white from the egg yolk. Whisk the yolk up, and dab a cotton ball in the whisked yolk. Apply the yolk to your face or other acne-prone areas. Leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse off with warm water and pat your skin dry.

Step 2
Mix an egg yolk with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and a 1/2 cup of old-fashioned rolled oats. Mix together well and gently rub onto the acne-afflicted area. Allow to dry for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Pat dry.

Step 3
Mix an egg yolk with 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 4 drops of Vitamin E oil. Mix the ingredients well. Rub the mixture onto your face and leave on for 30 minutes. Rinse off face with lukewarm water. Gently dry skin by patting but not rubbing.

Step 4
Take one small carrot and run it through a juicer. Clean the pulp from the juicer, and add it to the carrot juice in a bowl. Whisk one egg yolk by hand for one minute. Add the egg yolk to the carrot pulp/juice mixture until it makes a paste. If necessary, you can add another egg yolk to make it a pasty consistency. Cover acne-prone areas with the egg/carrot paste and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse well with warm water and pat face dry.

Step 5
Whisk 2 egg yolks in a bowl. Add 1/4 cup of baking soda. Apply to your face and leave on for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, run a wash cloth under hot water. Begin clearing the mask off your face with gentle circular motions. This will help exfoliate the skin and remove the toxins the mask drew out of the face. Rinse off completely with warm water. Pat skin dry.

Acne preventing anti-inflammatory dishes

1) Acne Curative Curry Chicken


2 skinless chicken breasts

1 tomato

Marinade


1 tablespoon of olive oil

1 tablespoon crushed garlic

1 tablespoon of curry powder

1 tablespoon of thyme

1 tablespoon of oregano

Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Cleanse the chicken breasts. Next, smooth the chicken breasts with the olive oil. Rub on the crushed garlic. Finally add the remaining herbs to the chicken and massage them into the chicken breasts.

Place the chicken in a baking pan. Slice the tomato in half and place it into the baking pan to add moisture to the chicken as it cooks. Cover the pan and place into the oven for 30 minutes or until the chicken has completely cooked. Let the chicken cool for ten minutes after removing from the oven before serving the dish.

2) Skin Soothing Salad


1 cup arugula leaves

1 diced cucumber

1 diced tomato

1 tablespoon of raisins

Toss salad ingredients together in a bowl

Salad Dressing


1/3 cup of fresh squeezed orange juice

1/2 teaspoon paprika (hot powder) adjust amount to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon of dried rosemary powder

Blend dressing ingredients on high for 30-45 seconds with a hand blender. Drizzle dressing over salad.

3) . Anti-Acne Apple Dessert:


2 Sugar-free oatmeal cookies

1 large apple

1 teaspoon of cinnamon

Place the apples on a small plate. Slice the apple into thin pieces. Place the apples slices atop the cookies. Sprinkle cinnamon over the apples.

Multi-treatment options for Acne

Here are some easy things you can start doing today to help you heal your acne.

1) Apply a honey mask to your face once or twice a week as it has anti-bacterial properties and is also gentle on sensitive skin.

2) Wash the affected area twice with acne soap which is actually a sulphur based product especially after waking up and before going to bed.

3) Keep your long hair off your face as hairs contain oil which may contribute to the breakouts.

4) Taking a potent multi-vitamin helps improve nutrition and thereby, preventing any breakouts.

5)  Taking a chromium supplement once a day will help heal your pimples quickly.

6) Eating Vitamin A helps strengthen the protective tissue of the skin and prevent acne. It helps reduce sebum production. It also acts as a powerful anti-oxidant needed to rid  your body of toxins.

7) Avoid wearing make-up, but if it is must, be sure it is water-based.

8) Keep your body well hydrated by drinking a good amount of water.

9) Do not pick or squeeze your pimples, as doing any of these actions increases sebum production. Also squeezing ruptures the membrane below the skin, causing the infection to spread deeper resulting in more pimples.

10) Wash your pillow cover/cases every other day as it absorbs the oil from your skin and reapplies the dirt and  oil.

11) Eat foods rich in Zinc as it is an anti-bacterial agent.