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James
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Acne treatment - 2007/09/04 23:29 When I was younger I was plagued by acne and wished that I did not have to rely on chemicals. Any home remedies such as orange peel or lemon?

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Re:Acne treatment - 2007/09/06 21:21 Eggs/honey/oatmeal mixtures are often used as facial masks for acne, to sooth the skin and absorb the oils.

A nice herbal remedy is to take some flowers/herbs and steep them to create and infusion. Lavender, chamomile, and calendula are a nice mixture for this. While it's steeping (make sure it's not too hot and that you don't get too close), you can use the steam to open and unclog your pores (and these particular ingredients are great for relaxing right before bedtime, as well

). Then, once the water has cooled, used it like a toner. The ingredients are very soothing and known to help reduce inflammation and redness.

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Re:Acne treatment - 2007/09/07 11:38 Here are some simple ways to battle acne.

Change your lifestyle
Overcome stress
Water is best
Avoid astringents
Avoid stimulants
Watch your diet
Avoid alcohol

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Re:Acne treatment - 2007/09/08 15:28 What I do to get rid of acne is simple. Drink loads of water. Water is a natural filter so it will help a lot.
Also some natural treatments that I know of includ rubbing honey and mouthwash on your spots.

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Re:Acne treatment - 2007/09/18 09:56 I agree, drinking lots of water is probably one of the best things you can do, not only for your skin (which it has a huge effect on), but for your body in general; you'll look better, feel better physically and mentally, it will help you lose weight, etc.

Although I wouldn't call using mouthwash "natural."

People use that because it would dry out the pimple and skin, and it also almost always contains alcohol... so it's very harsh, I wouldn't recommend it.

Honey's nice on the skin, it feels great after using it. I haven't tried it for acne but I hear if used consistantly it helps not only with blemishes but scars as well. Apparently it helps kill bacteria? Dunno if this is true.

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Re:Acne treatment - 2007/09/24 22:47 I have used both honey and mouthwash to clear up some minor acne. My mom says that when she was younger in Kentucky they would use...well...piss from a child's diaper. Apparently that works but I will not and will never try it.

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