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Aromatherapy
for Acne Cure
by George Kakaris |
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Aromatherapy is considered as one
of the most effective holistic medicines for skin diseases healing.
Nowadays, aromatherapy baths and compress are very popular ways
of aromatherapy skin care. Keep in mind that although all essential
oils have therapeutic attributes, only certain of them are appropriate
for acne treatment. What is more, you should always observe the
safety precautions when using the essential oils. Never use essential
oils undiluted to your skin. Always use a carrier oil for dilution
and remember that generally only 2-3% dilution of essential oils
in blends that will be applied to skin, is not only safe but
also effectual.
Acne is a
typical skin disease that afflicts almost every teenager. Nevertheless,
statistical researches show that at least 80% of the population
experience acne at some time in their lives, not necessarily
the teen age. Acne pimples may appear at any age, from early
baby to elderly age.
Acne’s
symptoms are pimples, black heads, cysts and even scar and lumps
on skin. After an acne attack the annoying symptoms become severer
and worse leading to bad feelings, stress and sometimes pessimism
and signs of depression to young person. It is important patient
to learn how to manage stress and fight melancholy because acne
has psychosomatic aspects and can intensify acne’s outbreaks. |
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The essential oils which are believed
to be the most effective and appropriate for acne treatment are:
Tea tree oil (Melaleuca Alternifolia), Lavender oil (Lavandula
Officinalis), Helichrysum (Helichrysum Angustifolia) and Ylang
Ylang (Cananga Odorata). Most aromatherapy practitioners suggest
mixing the above oils with Jojoba vegetable oil before applying
to skin. Usually, a cotton pad is used to deliver the blend directly
to the acne spot.
These essential
oils have been proved to stop the growth of a broad range of
bacteria and microbes which cause acne. The have remarkable antiseptic
and antimicrobial properties, they clear and unclog pores, heal
scars and generally help to remove acne spots contributing to
a fresh and supple skin. As mentioned before, jojoba is the one
of the best carrier oil for dilution because it is not greasy,
so it does not block the pores, but it moisturizes and exfoliates
the skin.
Keep in mind that
aromatherapy treatment for acne, although its indisputable success
in cure acne, it can not have immediate results and take some
time to initiate healing. Therefore, you have to be patient and
it is advisable to follow some every day tips in order to enhance
the healing.
Avoid harsh facial
lotion with alcohol.
Do not
scrub your pimples, spots or scars.
Adopt
a healthy life style. Eat healthily, learn stress management
techniques and stay away from pollution.
Wash your face regularly with much water. This
will help you to get rid of skin waste toxins.
Do not use facials more than twice a day, because
this can have the opposite results than those desired.
At last, if you search on internet
you will find several aromatherapy recipes for acne but it is
not wise to try any of them before consulting your aromatherapy
practitioner. Otherwise you take the risk to have unwanted side
effects like skin irritation or flaking. |
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Author: |
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George Kakaris is the owner of
a new but very comprehensive site dedicated to Aromatherapy and Essential Oils. Valuable and reliable aromatherapy
advice and recipes. |
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Article Posted: October 22, 2009 |
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