ACNE REMEDY

 

Homeopathy approach for acne remedy 

A common problem, acne develops when the pores of the skin get clogged with sebum (an oil
substance produced by sebaceous gland in skin) and dead skin cells. The acne may appear as small raised red bumps (papules) or these may be pus-filled (pustules). In some cases, these may be hard and sometimes form large painful lumps (cystic acne) under the skin. The acne occurring from hormonal imbalance / fluctuations are referred to as hormonal acne. Such acne breakouts occur when intense hormonal shifts or changes happen in the body.

Hormonal acne occurs more in women in comparison to men as fluctuation in hormones tends to be 

more in women. In women such hormonal fluctuations and sometimes associated acne occur during puberty, menstrual cycle (causing breakouts coinciding with women’s menstrual cycle), pregnancy, childbirth, menopause (causing menopausal acne) or some medical reason like PCOS and thyroid problems.  Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a syndrome affecting women of reproductive age group from hormonal imbalance that may cause acne along with other main symptoms like irregular periods, delayed menses, scanty or heavy periods, facial hair, weight gain, hair fall and darkening in the skin folds. Acne may also get triggered from taking oral contraceptive pills or steroids.  Hormonal acne usually occurs cyclically means it occurs each month around the same time and sometimes at the same place on the face. Depending on the cause, other signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalance may attend acne like menstrual irregularities, heavy menstrual bleeding, facial hair, weight gain, hair fall, hot flashes and vaginal dryness.

Top Homeopathic Medicines For Acne Due To Hormonal Imbalance

1. Sepia – Top Remedy

Sepia is a top recommended medicine to manage multiple complaints that arise from hormonal imbalance in women. It is a wonderful medicine to manage acne from hormonal imbalance. The key indication to use this medicine is acne worsens before menses. In cases needing it, small red pimples appear especially on the forehead. It is attended with roughness of skin. Besides acne, it is indicated for treating complaints including menstrual irregularities, facial hair, facial pigmentation, weight gain, hot flashes, hair fall, vaginal dryness – conditions that result from hormonal imbalance.

2. Pulsatilla – For Acne With Menstrual Irregularities

This medicine is very effective to help cases of acne along with menstrual irregularities. This medicine works best when acne occurs around puberty time of the girls.  In cases needing it there is sweating on the face especially more on one side. The facial skin is also sensitive and painful. Along with acne breakouts there is a tendency of late periods. The menstrual bleeding is also scanty. It may be dark in colour and clotted.

3. Hepar Sulph – For Pus Filled Acne

This medicine is most prominently indicated for managing pus – filled acne (pustular acne). It is highly suitable for acne with pus in youngsters. The pimples are attended with prickly pain. The pimples may also bleed at times. It is also indicated for pimples that are covered with crusts. Itchy pimples that occur specifically on the chin are also treated wonderfully with this medicine.

4. Silicea – For Acne That Itch And Burn

This medicine is suitable for treating acne attended with itching and burning. The itching and burning mostly occurs in the daytime. The acne contains pus in most of the cases. Silicea is also indicated for small skin-coloured pimples forming on the face as well as large painful bumps (cystic acne) forming under the skin.

5. Kali Bromatum – For Pimples On Face, Shoulders And Chest

This medicine is most helpful for pimples that appear on the face, shoulders and chest. In case of acne on the face, mostly cheeks and forehead are affected. The pimples may be bluish red and filled with pus. Hard pimples may appear as well. The pimples are itchy. This medicine is also useful for cases where acne leaves scars.

6. Eugenia – For Painful Pimples Worse During Menses

It is an excellent medicine for cases where pimples get worse during menses. In cases needing it the pimples are quite painful. The pimples are sore to touch. This medicine works well in case of simple as well as hardened pimples.

7. Graphites – For Pimples Occurring Before Menstrual Period

Graphites works well in cases of acne breakouts that occur before menses. The pimples are itchy, small and red tipped with pus. On scratching the pimples, fluid may ooze out. Burning may also appear after scratching.

8. Psorinum – For Small Red Pimples Worse During Menses

This medicine is well indicated for small red pimples that are worse during menses. The acne appears on the forehead, middle of cheeks, chin and nose. There is burning heat and redness of face along with acne. This medicine is effective for treating acne of all kinds.

9. Magnesia Mur – For pimples triggered before menses

It is another beneficial medicine that gets triggered before menses. The pimples are the most marked on forehead. Itching occurs in pimples at night. Itching may get worse in a warm room.