Alfalfa
Alfalfa or otherwise known as Medicago Sativa is a perennial flowering plant that is native to Iran. This plant has great alkalizing properties and promotes the detoxification of the body. One of the organs that benefits greatly from Alfalfa is the liver. The pituitary glands proper functioning is also promoted by this plant. It is also a great source of Vitamins A, C, E and K4, minerals like calcium, potassium and iron.
Berberine
This is an herb that is commonly used to combat acne internally. Berberine extracts and components have been seen to demonstrate great anti-bacterialproperties and once used topically are believed to be effective in greatly controlling and reducing sebum production.
Chaparral
A shrubland plant that is nowadays, being used in skin treatments to deal with skin problems like acne. It is in fact known as the “Echinacea of the west” and was used as a popular skin protection method by the early Native Americans. This plant has anti-pathogenic properties which allow it to drive and kill microbes that cause acne from the body. Chaparral is also well known to a good cleanser, detoxifier and antisceptic.
Cod liver oil
A healthy skin, digestive tract and cardiovascular system which are very crucial in fighting acne can be achieved through ingredients such as DHA, EPA, Vitamin A and D that can be found on Cod Liver Oil. Now, due to these properties, Cod liver oil has obtained a lot of attention and publicity.
Cucumber
Natural salts, enzymes, and vitamins are some of the nutritional benefits that are essential for strong and fast repair of tissues which you can find on cucumbers. It is also a great source of a powerful skin anti-oxidant because of the high mineral content that it has. It can also be used as an effective mask and tonic for the face and would be a gentle way to soothe the skin and promote a much faster healing process that is a great help in controlling and preventing acne flare outs.
Dandelion
Microbial infection on the skin that causes acne can easily be remedied with the use of the antimicrobial properties of dandelion milk. The roots of the dandelion can also be used as an effective way to detoxify your liver which also gives relief from skin conditions, basically aiding in the internal battle against acne.
Fish Oil
Hormonal imbalance is one of the known factors that cause acne. Fish oil contains EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) which is known for its androgen inhibiting properties, making fish oil another addition to your arsenal for fighting acne. The use of fish oil also aids in maintaining moisture in the skin and keeping it shiny and glowing.
Flaxseed Oil
This natural remedy has anti-inflammatory properties that aid in soothing and neutralizing any inflamed acne problems. It also has properties that promote a faster skin healing process, making it a very ideal treating and preventing acne flare ups. It also encourages the thinning of the oily sebum that promotes the clogging of the skin’s pores.
Garlic
Garlic has been very successful in providing remedies for various types of skin disorders. Pimples can be removed without the fear of scarring by rubbing raw garlic on it for several times a day. Besides pimples, acne spots can also be relieved through the external use of garlic on the skin. When taken orally, the anti-inflammatory properties of garlic is maximized. Having a regular course of three garlic capsules a day can provide your system with a very powerful antibiotic and blood cleanser aiding your system to internally battle acne and reduce break outs.
Grape Seed Oil
This natural remedy can be used as a very useful skin moisturizer because it is easily absorbed by the skin and it has an outstanding ability to lock in moisture and repair the tissues of the skin. Grape Seed oil is also known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, this is why a lot of people use it to prevent pores from clogging and prevent the occurrence of acne flare ups. It also has astringent properties that can help tone and tighten the skin once it is used daily.
Green Tea
Green tea is a great natural remedy that is used in the rejuvenation process of the skin. What made this natural remedy very famous is its acne treating capabilities that can be compared to that of a 4% benzoyl peroxide solution. However, green tea does not have the harsh damaging properties that benzoyl peroxide has, making it a much safer alternative in the treatment of acne.
Guggul
This is a traditional herbal medicine from India, and it is basically a sticky gum resin that comes from the mukul myrrh tree. The Ayurveda method of treating acne has a lot of uses for this natural remedy and one of them is treating cystic acne. This is because the most prominent property that is found on guggul is its ability to greatly reduce inflammation, and it has also been scientifically observed that it responds more remarkably on the oily skin type.
Honey
Honey has been used for thousands of years to treat wounds and other skin problems because of its strong anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Honey has been very effective in addressing acne inflammation problems like pimples, cysts, and flare ups and it has even shown its ability to kill the drug-resistant strains of acne causing bacteria.
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil has an excellent ability to control the sebum production on the skin. It easily mixes with the sebum and then it breaks it down, this then relieves the skin from the problems that excess sebum brings. It is also a great acne prevention treatment because of its ability to strengthen and tighten the skin and reducing the number of dead skin cells as well as the chances of getting your pores clogged.
Lerosett
This is the most recognized and professionally accepted 100% organic acne clay treatment in the world. Lerosett has a great ability to remove pimples, comedones, sebaceous cysts, whiteheads, and congested skin. It is also able to neutralize and absorb the over production of oil from the sebaceous glands. The use of a Lerosett mask everyday can provide a great relief from severe or inflamed acne conditions.
Olive Oil
The nourishment of parched and sensitive skin as well as its restoration to a much more youthful and glowing appearance can be obtained through the use of olive oil. Oleic and palmitic acid can be found on olive oil and both of these acids have strong anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a good alternative in controlling and treating acne. Even though it is an oil, It does not clog your pores and contribute to acne flare ups because it does not leave any residues to your skin.
Parsley
This is a very popular herb that can be found on every kitchen all over the world. Beside parsley’s vibrant and delicious taste, it also has very amazing healing properties that also promote the skin to achieve balance in oil production and fight bacterial infections. It is also a great natural blood cleanser because of the rich ascorbic acid content that it has.
Rosehip Seed Oil
Rosehip seed oil is a great herbal remedy for acne because of the essential fatty acids, the vitamin c and the tretinoin (derivative of vitamin a) that it contains. These elements are well known for being great topical acne medications, and they all promote the regeneration and repair of the skin, reduction of the size of the pores, and post acne scar reduction.
Selenium
It is a trace mineral that is a component of glutathione peroxidase, which is a well-known antioxidant and detoxifying enzyme that plays a great role in controlling and preventing acne inflammations. Once coupled with vitamin E, selenium would be able to boost its antioxidant properties. It is also able to help reduce the possibility of acne scarring and the future acne breakouts.
Sulfur
Sulphuer is very effective in clearing the skin from the infestation of blackheads and whiteheads because of its ability to exhibit comedolytic effects that helps in treating already existing comedones and the prevention of the formation of newer ones. It is also a keratolytic agent, and this means that it encourages the exfoliation of dead skin cells in your skin preventing the pores from getting blocked.
Turmeric
Curcumin is contained in turmeric powder which has antiseptic and antibacterial properties that are great in breaking down the bacteria that causes acne pus to come out. It is also great in reducing the redness and swelling that comes with the inflammation of acne on the skin. It also helps promotes the faster healing of acne damaged tissues and is very well known for being able to considerably reduce the size of inflamed acne overnight.
Vinegar
Vinegar has proven itself to be a great help as an acne treatment, whether it be drank as a health tonic or applied topically on the acne prone skin. Apple cider vinegar has been well known to be effective in treating mild to moderate acne. It has very powerful cleansing properties that are able to clear out any accumulated toxins in the body system that is gained from unhealthy diet. It is also a very good skin detoxifying and purifying agent and can be used for both oily and dry skin.
Witch Hazel
It can be used as an astringent on the skin, and is believed to be particularly helpful in treating acne and because it is a naturally occurring plant, witch hazel is often less harsh than chemically-based astringents. Witch Hazel acts by minimizing large facial pores, therefore fewer gunks get caught in them, and this would mean that you get lesser acne and blackheads. The use of Witch Hazel to disinfect the skin also significantly reduces the presence of bacteria on the face.
Yellow Dock
This is another great herb that acts as a great natural remedy for acne. The main benefit of yellow dock is acting as an effective blood purifier or cleanser, which greatly aids the lymphatic system with problems in the elimination of toxin through the skin. It is also know to contain anthraquinoneglycocides which are able to stimulate the production of bile ,and this in turn aids the attainment of a much better digestion and liver functions.
Berberine
This is an herb that is commonly used to combat acne internally. Berberine extracts and components have been seen to demonstrate great anti-bacterialproperties and once used topically are believed to be effective in greatly controlling and reducing sebum production.
Sea Salt
Sea salt is an easy cure for acne because it is all natural, mild, doesn’t need a doctor’s prescription and avoids deprivation of anything to achieve a clear complexion. Sea salt effectively dries out the pimples without damaging the skin. It is important to remember that it isn’t the same as table salt – in fact applying table salt, or NaCl can produce counter effects to the skin.
Milk Thistle
The search for a credible treatment of acne goes far beyond treating the skin. In fact, many believe that the root to acne treatment lies with the liver, not antibiotics or other drugs used to treat the skin. For the purpose of acne treatment and general health of the liver, milk thistle is a highly recommended herb.

























