Natural Acne Treatment
Like so many people, I have experienced problems with acne. Although my teen years were largely free of skin problems, at 18 I began to breakout pretty regularly. Since that time I tried all sorts of topical over-the-counter acne treatments like Clearasil and Proactiv, laser treatments, spa facials, and microderm abrasion. (The only thing I refused to try was antibiotics, because I knew those always caused more harm than good.) All of them left me with partial, short term results, and usually a list of side effects. After years of feeling self-conscious about my skin, and being fed up with products that promised much and delivered little, I finally came across a totally new way to clear skin. And it actually worked!
Unlike topical acne products, Clear Skin by Karen Jessett presents a holistic acne solution. Instead of battling symptoms (the breakouts) it helps you target the root cause (internal issues), thus eliminating acne for good. There is a natural acne cure, and it’s just simple prevention. Ironically enough, I had read about this premise months before in an online acne forum and thought it was too simple to be true. When I read testimonials from those who claimed to cure acne with nutrition I imagined it was just good timing or that they must be supplementing with topical products. After all, if the solution to acne was that simple, why wasn’t everybody doing it? I think the answer lies in convenience. It’s much easier to put on a skin cream than to make changes in the way that you live. But after having tried Karen’s plan I will attest that it is much easier to make those changes than to live another day with bad skin.
Clear Skin outlines an easy to follow natural remedy to get rid of acne which includes: changes in diet and lifestyle, topical home remedies, optional supplements, and exercise and destressing tips. While these may sound deceptively simple, most people will see dramatic results in their skin using just this program. No more complicated skin regimens, expensive products or spa visits, or short-term results. For me, I also felt a sense of relief knowing that I wasn’t some genetic anomaly, destined to have adult acne for the rest of my life! Clear Skin taught me that I just need to give my body the fuel it requires and it will heal itself. While people like me may be genetically predisposed to skin problems, we are all capable of following this natural acne cure to obtain beautiful skin.
Before reading Clear Skin, I discovered LUSH brand skin care products and facial cloths. My skin did improve, but it was the combination of these 3 things that have given me clear, glowing skin.
LUSH is an excellent brand because they use simple, organic ingredients, and little to no harsh preservatives, colorants, or scents. You can actually understand every ingredient when you read the labels! Many products are vegan-friendly, they never use animal testing, and the best part: they actually work.
Cloths from Skinvac are my other little secret. They offer 3 types of facial cloths, and all are perfect for my skin. I use the Deep Daily Cleansing cloth 2 days in a row, then use either the Pore Gripper cloth or a Dermabrasive Exfoliation cloth, depending on the condition of my skin that day. Since exfoliation is key in skin regeneration (which is necessary for preventing breakouts and healing acne scars), these cloths are an incredibly helpful tool. All you need is water and soft pressure to slough off dead skin and remove whiteheads and blackheads. Being the skeptic that I am, I bought a cloth off eBay with low hopes. However, I was a believer after the first use when I saw huge bits of dead skin flaking off my face, which exposed the fresh, smooth skin underneath. It’s not a glamorous process, but with regular use my skin looks younger, has more even tone, and is so soft. Like Clear Skin and LUSH products, the money and time saved with these cloths has earned them a permanent place in my skin care arsenal. Now I even use these techniques on my whole body, so that I’m smooth and clear from head to toe. (That’s also why I buy microderm cloths from ebay where they sell LARGE sizes.)
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If you’re experiencing either sporadic or continual acne, you owe it to yourself to explore what causes acne, and how you can cure it naturally, without any side effects. Not only do the diet and lifestyle tips in Clear Skin have a positive effect on your skin, but on your whole body. You’ve probably heard the phrase “garbage in, garbage out”, and the concept is the same for food, exercise, and physical activity. When we give our body the correct fuel, it is able to heal itself from even the longest and most serious illnesses and diseases. Please check out the Clear Skin website for detailed information on what the book contains, so you can make an informed decision on how to treat your acne. If you’re familiar with the Mable’s website, you might be wondering why we’re featuring an article on natural acne treatment. Even though the topic doesn’t fit with the rest of our product reviews, I felt compelled to write about my experiences so that others could find a safe, natural remedy for their acne. I know from experience that there is hope for those of us with “problem skin”, and we don’t need to compromise our safety, wallets, or schedules to achieve the beautiful skin we desire. If you have any questions about my story, please contact me. Best of luck to everyone!
-Lauren
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