Mike Walden
Acne
is basically an internal condition triggered by several underlying
factors. However, there are additional external acne symptoms that may
enhance the formation of acne or interfere with the healing process of
your existing acne on the external level (e.g. the external acne
environment). Without handling these external triggers, it will be very
difficult for anyone to overcome their acne challenge, especially when
the holistic treatment is performed while the individual still suffers
from “live” and “evolving” acne.
Clogged or very large pores, oily or very dry complexion and bad skin
hygiene do not cause acne but they interfere with the healing process of
the skin and make your external acne environment more prone or
“susceptible” to acne.
Taking care of your skin on a daily basis by incorporating simple and
easy to follow protocols may not only enhance the healing process of
your existing acne it will also balance your skin ph levels, making it
smooth, even toned, radiant and healthy looking.
Although there are many types of cleansers available for different
purposes (exfoliation, clean, medicate), washing your face twice a day
using a gentle antiseptic and anti-bacterial 100% natural soap like tea
tree oil soap, or Cetaphil soap can help reduce inflammation, swelling
and redness and significantly improve the overall appearance of your
skin without the irritation, allergy reactions and over-dryness that
over the counters like Benzoyl Peroxide can cause.
Washing your face should always come after a good 5 minutes steaming routine. After the steaming, follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Use lukewarm water to get the soap wet.
2. Apply the soap to your face using your fingertips in a circular motion.
3. Wash your face gently and pat your skin dry using a cotton towel.
If your sebaceous glands are producing too much oil (due to hormonal
imbalance that should be fixed internally), then you probable have
excessively oily skin and large pores. To tackle that problem
externally, do not use alcohol and water astrigent, instead use soap
like Neutrogena clear pore oil Controlling astrigent or even better
apply an all natural mask made of bentonitre or egg whites.
An extremely dry skin can also be treated internally through balancing
oil secretion protocols and dietary changes and supplementation,
including the regular intake of 10 glasses of pure water on a daily
basis. As for the external care, applying lots of good quality
moisturizer such as 99% Aloe Vera gel while avoiding harsh and
un-natural external care products; can significantly reduce your
dryness.
Warning: Excessive washing of the face can cause mild to moderate
irritations and increase redness and inflammation, defeating its own
purpose.
If you have sensitive skin, the best practice is to test each product
prior to using it, using dollar size amount on your chin, regardless of
its quality or the nature of its ingredients.
Mike Walden is a certified nutritionist, independent medical researcher,
natural health consultant and author of the #1 best-selling e-book,
"Acne No More- Open The Door To An Acne Free Life." Mike has written
dozens of holistic health articles and has been featured in ezines and
print magazines, as well as on hundreds of websites worldwide. For
information on Mike's Holistic Clear Skin program, visit: Acne No More
