Dandelion (Taraxacumofficinale) is a valuable herb with many medicinal and culinary uses. Using a dandelion for acne treatment has been going on for years and years and yet not many people have even heard about it once. Dandelion extract is used externally to treat a number of skin irritations and good for natural acne treatment as it is a wonderful source of vitamins A, B, C, and D. It is also rich in zinc.It also has very remarkable anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties that make it very effective in neutralizing acne causing bacteria in the skin.
It is also a leading remedy for detoxifying the liver and gallbladder of toxins. This is because of the high levels of potassium that is contained on its leaves and roots, potassium is also very important for proper nerve conduction, excellent tissue repair and of course a healthy skin growth. Thus the ability of dandelion to stabilize the content of blood sugar in the blood stream and cleanse the circulatory system may also help in calming down or preventing acne outbreaks. It may also be useful in eliminating or averting facial or dark spots.
The compounds sesquiterpene lactones are also found in dandelion roots and leaves, which have been medically accounted for being able to promote excellent liver and digestive functions. They basically act as an anti-oxidant to help combat toxin overload inside the body as well as prevent any cell and tissue damage.
Dandelions can truly be an effective natural remedy for acne, and they are very inexpensive as well. You can attain thee benefits by making a liquid tea out of the parts of the dandelion. You can chop up the roots and the leaves of the dandelion and then simmer it in water. Once it boils for about 10 to 15 minutes, remove it from the heat and let it cool down. Strain the mixture and drink the extracts of the dandelion or you can also apply it directly to the areas of your skin that have acne problems.
