Toxins in the blood stream are one of the major physical causes of acne because they can accumulate under the skin where the pores are blocked and consequently cause break outs. It is therefore not only important to have the skin pores open and breathing but it is equally strategic to reduce the potential for bacteria to amass under the skin.
There are many ways to naturally and inexpensively cleanse the blood of its impurities and promote a beautiful, healthy skin. Here are two plants that do a remarkable job at this and act as home remedies for acne and other dermatological problems.
Dandelion roots
Dandelion roots are effective blood cleansers creating beneficial consequences for the skin. The purification of the blood comes from the favorable effects the roots have on the liver and other organs and this results in a better elimination of toxins in the bloodstream.
You need to prepare a decoction (boil the roots) for 5 to 10 minutes in order to extract the nutrients from the plant. Drink 3 times a day and be prepared for a fairly strong bitter taste.
You can gather dandelion yourself if you have access to wild flowers that grow elsewhere than by the road or others areas susceptible to pollution. Dandelion roots are also widely available in natural health stores and herbalist shops.
Tip : Combine the dandelion roots decoction with a basil leaves infusion to create an even more potent blood cleanser. Basil leaves are good bacteria killers and have been used for a long time in Asia to purify the blood. For a particularly powerful treatment, get Indian basil, known as Tulsi or Holy Basil.
Neem is one of the most used substances in Ayurveda
Neem
Neem is a tree that grows everywhere in India and has been used for ages in Ayurveda (Indian medicine) to treat a number of afflictions. There has been much modern scientific research conducted in and outside of India corroborating the health benefits of neem. What interests us here is that neem is actually one of the most powerful herbal purifiers and detoxifiers for the blood. Additionally, it is antibacterial, antifungal and reduces stress levels in the body. It is such a vigorous herb that it is even used to treat malaria and snake bites in Asia.
Simply make an infusion with neem leaves and drink. Regularity will yield the best results. We suggest to start the day with a neem infusion and wait a little before putting something else in your stomach. It will also do nicely to drink a cup of neem infusion before going to be bed.
Total Acne Care With Neem : Another way to use neem as a home remedies for acne and promote a healthy skin is to boil the leaves in water, let it cool down and wash infected areas with it everyday. This is its most effective and straightforward external application but you can also use soaps, creams and lotions with neem extracts to achieve similar if somewhat moderated results. You can also take a bath with neem leaves for a relaxing and purifying experience.
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