SKINCARE TALK WITH BOLA AKINBOADE-BELLO: NATURAL ACNE TREATMENTS DO’s & DON’Ts
Whether it
be one of those pricey products loaded with hard-to-pronounce ingredients,
chemicals and remedies straight from the rumor mill (here’s looking at you,
toothpaste spot treatments), battling breakouts can be a head-scratching
experience. And when you want to go the all-natural route, knowing what works
becomes even tougher. We investigated 9 commonly-used, natural pimple fixes to
find out if they’ll really give you the clear skin you want—or if you’re better
off moving on to the next option.
be one of those pricey products loaded with hard-to-pronounce ingredients,
chemicals and remedies straight from the rumor mill (here’s looking at you,
toothpaste spot treatments), battling breakouts can be a head-scratching
experience. And when you want to go the all-natural route, knowing what works
becomes even tougher. We investigated 9 commonly-used, natural pimple fixes to
find out if they’ll really give you the clear skin you want—or if you’re better
off moving on to the next option.
THE REMEDY:
ACUPUNCTURE
ACUPUNCTURE
Does It
Work? Maybe
Work? Maybe
Acupuncture
aims to ease acne by targeting and treating its triggers instead of directly
attacking acne-causing bacteria. So if your breakouts are caused by stress at
work or if it’s that time of the month, acupuncture can help. But it shouldn’t
be your sole acne-treatment method, particularly if you have severe acne i.e.
the deep red, cystic type that often leaves scars and requires a more intensive
approach to control it. Another thing you should probably know is that you need
to be patient with acupuncture—it typically takes 8 to 10 consecutive weekly
treatments to see a response.
aims to ease acne by targeting and treating its triggers instead of directly
attacking acne-causing bacteria. So if your breakouts are caused by stress at
work or if it’s that time of the month, acupuncture can help. But it shouldn’t
be your sole acne-treatment method, particularly if you have severe acne i.e.
the deep red, cystic type that often leaves scars and requires a more intensive
approach to control it. Another thing you should probably know is that you need
to be patient with acupuncture—it typically takes 8 to 10 consecutive weekly
treatments to see a response.
THE REMEDY:
CHANGING YOUR DIET
CHANGING YOUR DIET
Does It
Work? Most Likely
Work? Most Likely
“The
nutrients you’re putting in your mouth eventually show up on your skin. That
said, there simply aren’t enough studies to pinpoint any one specific food as
an acne-instigator for absolutely everyone. To get one step closer to clearer
skin, cut back on foods with a high glycemic index (think cookies, cake, and
chips). While these two types of food may not necessarily cause acne, studies
show an association between them and breakouts. Load up on foods full of
inflammation-fighting omega-3s, like wild salmon or trout.
nutrients you’re putting in your mouth eventually show up on your skin. That
said, there simply aren’t enough studies to pinpoint any one specific food as
an acne-instigator for absolutely everyone. To get one step closer to clearer
skin, cut back on foods with a high glycemic index (think cookies, cake, and
chips). While these two types of food may not necessarily cause acne, studies
show an association between them and breakouts. Load up on foods full of
inflammation-fighting omega-3s, like wild salmon or trout.
THE REMEDY:
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
Does It
Work? Maybe
Work? Maybe
First things
first: drinking apple cider vinegar won’t cure your acne, although it’s used
topically as a toner, however, (Apple Cider Vinegar) ACV may help due to its
acetic acid content, which is both antibacterial and antifungal and can kill
acne-causing bacteria. But whether it clears skin or has little effect, rest
assured that it won’t do you any harm. You can test run it out by making your
own ACV toner: Mix one tablespoon of the vinegar with two cups of water, and
swipe onto clean skin with a cotton ball.
first: drinking apple cider vinegar won’t cure your acne, although it’s used
topically as a toner, however, (Apple Cider Vinegar) ACV may help due to its
acetic acid content, which is both antibacterial and antifungal and can kill
acne-causing bacteria. But whether it clears skin or has little effect, rest
assured that it won’t do you any harm. You can test run it out by making your
own ACV toner: Mix one tablespoon of the vinegar with two cups of water, and
swipe onto clean skin with a cotton ball.
THE REMEDY:
CLAY-BASED MASKS AND EXFOLIANTS
CLAY-BASED MASKS AND EXFOLIANTS
Does It
Work? Yes!
Work? Yes!
There’s good
reason the natural beauty aisle is packed with clay masks: The masks can help
dislodge pore-clogging oils and dirt according to deep research. And they’re a
better choice for people with sensitive skin and acne than salicylic or
glycolic acid masks, which have the same pore-clearing effects but can-cause
irritation. In contrast! Draw out impurities with this (Do It Yourself) DIY
clay mask recipe:- Mix equal parts bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar,
leave on for 45 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Repeat the process weekly.
reason the natural beauty aisle is packed with clay masks: The masks can help
dislodge pore-clogging oils and dirt according to deep research. And they’re a
better choice for people with sensitive skin and acne than salicylic or
glycolic acid masks, which have the same pore-clearing effects but can-cause
irritation. In contrast! Draw out impurities with this (Do It Yourself) DIY
clay mask recipe:- Mix equal parts bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar,
leave on for 45 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Repeat the process weekly.
THE REMEDY:
GREEN TEA EXTRACT
GREEN TEA EXTRACT
Does It
Work? Yes!
Work? Yes!
By now you
know that sipping on green tea can do your body good. But, as it turns out,
applying the antioxidant-rich tea topically may help keep your skin clear by
inhibiting the activity of your skin’s oil-producing cells, says Wu. “Cold
green tea compresses can help reduce inflammation and oil production as well as
calm breakouts,” she says. Your plan of action: Dip a thin washcloth in
chilled green tea, wring it out, press it gently on the affected areas for 1-2
minutes, and repeat 4-5 times per session. Do it a few nights a week, or
nightly, if you have time.
know that sipping on green tea can do your body good. But, as it turns out,
applying the antioxidant-rich tea topically may help keep your skin clear by
inhibiting the activity of your skin’s oil-producing cells, says Wu. “Cold
green tea compresses can help reduce inflammation and oil production as well as
calm breakouts,” she says. Your plan of action: Dip a thin washcloth in
chilled green tea, wring it out, press it gently on the affected areas for 1-2
minutes, and repeat 4-5 times per session. Do it a few nights a week, or
nightly, if you have time.
IN
CONCLUSION!
CONCLUSION!
Just before
I drop the pen on this topic for today, let’s look at the last but not the
final remedy that might likely work, but one thing is for sure! I’m still gonna
write more on this topic in the weeks ahead.
I drop the pen on this topic for today, let’s look at the last but not the
final remedy that might likely work, but one thing is for sure! I’m still gonna
write more on this topic in the weeks ahead.
(Bola
Akinboade-Bello is a lifestyle blogger, fashion designer and beauty
therapist/cosmetologist. She started her journey into the fashion and beauty
industry as a model in 1999 and modelled for top fashion and beauty brands. In
March 2006, she joined City People Media Group as a style writer, and rose with
a short period to become the Fashion Editor. Her clothing line, Betyl BAT
Clothing and Accessories and natural skincare range, Chanterelle Skincare, are
doing great in the market)
Akinboade-Bello is a lifestyle blogger, fashion designer and beauty
therapist/cosmetologist. She started her journey into the fashion and beauty
industry as a model in 1999 and modelled for top fashion and beauty brands. In
March 2006, she joined City People Media Group as a style writer, and rose with
a short period to become the Fashion Editor. Her clothing line, Betyl BAT
Clothing and Accessories and natural skincare range, Chanterelle Skincare, are
doing great in the market)
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