Using Neem to Treat Acne Breakouts
Neem oil possesses a variety of healing and health promoting properties and is considered antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiseptic and astringent. The neem tree is often referred to as the “Dvine Tree” and is routinely recommended by Ayurvedic practitioners for the treatment of skin ailments including acne, eczema, psoriasis, and athlete’s foot.
Neem oil is harvested from Neem trees (Azadirachta indica) in India , Bangladesh , Sri Lanka , Malaysia and Pakistan . The tree is an ancient species that has been used for centuries in the semi tropical regions of the world for its medicinal properties.
Neem is an herb used for myriad medicinal and therapeutic purposes including acne. The key to using neem as an acne treatment is to ensure that the product that is being used is free of harsh chemicals that can irritate the skin. There is no point in investing in a product containing neem if the other ingredients in the product are irritating or abrasive because it will counteract the effects of the neem and result in dry irritated skin with more acne.
Neem is Antibacterial which can Help Heal Acne Breakouts
When it comes to acne it is important to control the acne bacteria on the skin that is causing the breakouts. Neem is an excellent topical herb used in a variety of cosmetics and skin care products to control and treat the bacteria that is causing the acne breakout. In addition to healing the skin and preventing future break outs, neem also improves the tone and texture of the skin and is effective at preventing inflammation and reducing redness and swelling.
Remember, when it comes to acne everyone is different – from what is causing the acne to how often the acne breakouts occur. In addition to treating an acne breakout with herbs such as neem it is also critically important to follow the clear skin diet and make sure all the products being used on your skin are free of harmful acne causing chemicals such a sodium laureth sulfate and bismuth oxychloride.
The less you put on your skin the better – so if you plan on using Neem as part of your acne treatment use it in a skin care product such as a cleanser or a moisturizer.
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