As a past sufferer I endured years of bad acne and the different kinds of treatment that helped at times and did not help at other times. I tried using Acne injections, Accutane and Tetracycline as well as other antibiotics. Here are a few bad acne cures that I used and how well they worked.

Acne Injections
When an acne cyst becomes severely inflamed, there is a good chance it will rupture and scarring may result. To treat these severely inflamed cysts and prevent scarring, dermatologists may inject such cysts with a corticosteroid. This lessens the inflammation and promotes healing. An interlesional corticosteroid injection works by “melting” the cyst over a period of 3 to 5 days. Think about this. If you have a giant puss filled zit and it stretches your skin too much then you are going to have a scar. The idea of the injections is that they help to drain the acne into your body instead of popping the zit and having it get infected and scar. These injections were not painful and I found that htey worked pretty well. The problem was that I had to get them a lot of times. The good part is that that spot would then be clean and the acne would not come back. I really thing that acne injections are a great bad acne cure.

Accutane
Accutane is made from a drug called isotretinoin and is taken in pill form. While taking Accutane, patients are regularly monitored for side effects through follow-up visits. For most people, these side effects are tolerable and not a reason to discontinue therapy before remission is achieved. However, it is important to keep appointments for follow-up visits because monitoring can reveal conditions that a patient might not notice. For example, a patient may not realize a rapid increase in bad cholesterol that is detected through a blood test. Before, during and after I took Accutane I had blood tests to watch my cholesterol and I had no problem. The problem with taking Accutane was that it was expensive costing at the time two dollars per day for a couple of months which seemed high and one side effect is that it really dries out your skin. My lips would crack and bleed and my nose bled a lot. Accutane works really well as a bad acne cure though. I took the Accutane and then a year or so later took another cycle of it and my bad acne was gone for good.

Tetracycline Pills
I took Tetracycline of years and found that as a bad acne cure it did not work very well. Tetracycline works well for simple uncomplicated acne but I was not too impressed by how it worked for me. Oral antibiotics have been a cure for severe acne for many years. Like topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics work to reduce the acne bacteria (a contributing factor in acne), which, in turn, decreases inflammation. Treatment with oral antibiotics usually begins with a high dosage, which is reduced as the acne resolves. Over time, the acnes bacteria can become resistant to the antibiotic being used to treat it. When this happens, another antibiotic can be prescribed. Even with my bad experience most people find the effect of antibiotics that are used to treat acne such as doxycline, erythromycin, minocycline and tetracycline to be great.

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What is an essential oil? Basically, a purified liquid taken from the different parts of plants that are quite beneficial to health and well being. Believe it or not, they are not oily feeling. Essential oils typically take 20 minutes to be absorbed through the skin however once they are the effects last usually for 6 or 7 hours.

Most are so potent they need to be diluted. Lavender is one oil that has many uses. If you have trouble sleeping, put a few drops in a warm bath. The combination of the lavender water and the wonderful aroma will have you sleeping like a baby. Lavender in a cool bath will revitalize and refresh you. It is also used for treating acne, eczema, insect bites, and burns. It has also been know to help with depression. Lavender does not have to be diluted and the benefits of this essential oil are many.

Chamomile is a great oil that can be used for dry skin, rashes, acne, and allergies among others. It is a pain reliever and muscle relaxant. Certain properties in chamomile will give the immune system a boost and get rid of bacteria. Chamomile should be diluted with almond oil. Almond oil is a carrier oil. This means it carries other oils to the skin. Chamomile can also be added to your shampoo to give your hair a silky, healthier look.

Geranium oil is a mild pain reliever, helps sores to heal, is a great oil for balancing skin that is too oily, and is helpful for menstrual cramps. Geranium oil can stop bleeding, help rid the body of cellulite, and helps with bruises, burns, and bites. Geranium oil, like the above mentioned, should also be diluted.

Jasmine Absolute is one of the most sought after and precious oils we use. It takes 8,000 hand picked blossoms to make one single gram of jasmine oil. This oil is sought after for it’s capacity of promoting an optimistic outlook and the aroma is said to be a romance enhancer. 10 or 15 drops added to almond oil will make a great massage oil.

Tea Tree Oil has a multitude of uses. It does not have to be diluted and can help heal athlete’s foot, rashes, burns, and warts. This oil is said to be good at killing and ridding the body of lice. Instead of the expensive treatments at your pharmacy, use this liquid to dissolve the bugs. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

These are just a few of the essential oils that can have profound effects on you to rid you of unwanted ailments. If you believe that natural resources are the best at fixing whatever your problem is within limits, of course, then try essential oils. There are many more that will help you feel better, treat problems, rejuvenate, or relax you. Check into the wonderful properties of essential oils.

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Referring to a hard personality, we say that “He is a thick-skinned fellow.” If you make this comment in a shop selling skin-care products, you are likely to catch the attention of the alert salesman: Please go to counter number…so and so…The ground for cystic acne is asphyxiated skin (dry on surface, oily underneath) –the thickened skin!

For cystic acne, innovative treatment technologies are now available. It is desirable to start it with external medication. To shrink, lumpy cystic acne, apply a dab of hydrocartisone cream. Have you seen the tailor’s sticker- “Specially made for you” on your trousers? Similar is the case of treating cystic acne. The dermatologist will give a program tailored to meet your needs.

Peel is the most potent formula to mar cystic acne. It provides more exfoliation for oilier, thicker and resilient skin types. It is effective on extremely sun-damaged and thickened skin. It is also excellent for those with cystic acne and asphyxiated skin.

The warmth, moisture and fragrance of herbal steam melts away muscular tensions, clears the mind and lifts the spirit. You may wonder what this has got to do with the cystic acne. Steams are one of the oldest traditional ways of deep-cleansing the skin. The moisture softens the dry outer edges of the skin, making them easier to remove, leaving behind a soothing and fresher complexion. The heat boosts facial circulation and activates the pores and glands which brings dirt and body toxins to the surface.

All said and done, let us take it that everyone is not blessed with smooth, glowing and healthy skin. But, we have to carry on with the available skin and look after it by giving it the importance it deserves. The skin is the final protection for your body and so it is your duty to protect its health and well-being, by understanding its present condition properly.

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Every now and then, I think it is important to refresh our minds with how and why we use essential oils. This allows us to once again, regain our focus, and move forward in life with less stress and anxiety. It shows us the correct methods of using essential oils.

It also gives us the background of where they come from, and how we obtain them. All of this is important, and goes a long way in the therapeutic healing of aroma.

Many plants contain volatile compounds, i.e. essential oils, that we extract from the flowers, seeds, bark, roots, and even the peels.

It is in these oils, which we extract, where the healing properties are contained. Some of these properties are antiseptic, warming, soothing, calming, stimulating, and antispasmodic.

The quality of the oil depends on a few items. First, plant species ,i.e. the region, soil condition, and the climate in which the plant was grown. Second, the time of the day the plant material was harvested. And, third, the extraction method used and the storage.

It is believed that plants grown organically or collected in the wild yield the highest quality oils. Extracting the oils is done through various methods, but steam distillation and cold pressing are the best. Avoid any synthetic oils or those extracted with chemical solvents.

It takes a large amount of material for extraction, so this is a very labor intensive and expensive process. BUY from reputable places.

Applications

Steam inhalation: Add 5 drops of an essential oil to a bowl of steaming water. Drape a towel over your head and hold your face over the bowl. Breathe in deeply. This is especially good for sinus conditions.

Dry inhalation: Put 1-3 drops of an essential oil on a cloth, and hold up to your nose. Breathe in deeply.

Healing Compress: Add 5 drops of essential oil to 1/2 cup of hot water or cold water. Dip a cloth in the water, wring it out and apply where necessary. The hot press is good for cramps and the cold press is good for fevers and headaches, or even sunburns.

Humidifiers: Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to a humidifier or vaporizer. This will help fight symptoms of colds, bronchitis, and asthma.

Herbal Sauna: Use essential oils in the sauna to aid the lungs and help strengthen the immune system. Add 5 drops of essential oil, such as tea tree, to 1 cup of water and pour over the heated sauna stones. Just a suggestion - if the sauna uses lava rocks on an electric heater, it may not be a good idea to pour water in this situation.

Some Popular Oils

Peppermint - soothes respiratory infections, aids circulation, fights
inflammation, relieves flatulence and indigestion.

Tea Tree - Acts as a, antiseptic, is antiviral, is antibacterial, is antifungal,
helps heal acne, sunburns, and even infections.

Lavender - Is an antibiotic, soothes headaches, and helps heal wounds, and repels insects.

Storage Tip

Store essential oils in opaque glass bottles in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate citrus oils. Label clearly. Properly stored essential oils will keep well over a year. Please, just remember, keep all essential oils away from children. Using some of the above techniques and information, you can really use essential oils to have a more positive effect on your well-being.

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Michael Russell
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