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Acne: Those Pesky Pimples are About to Be Yesterday\u2019s News<\/b><\/p>\n
For many people around the world acne is a problem. They suffer with it daily no matter their age. It affects all ages, races and both genders. It can be extremely embarrassing as well. Many turn to medication and chemical treatments yet still do not find solace. So what can be done? How can one get rid of the bothersome acne so many of us battle with? Essential oils. Essential oils can help treat acne and can help to keep it away thus helping to build confidence and protect the face from current and future breakouts and scarring.<\/p>\n
So what is acne really? Acne is the clogging or blocking of pores caused by bacteria, excessive oil production, makeup or dead skin. Many other factors can cause acne such as hormones, diet, stress, skin irritation and even medications. Genetics may even help to play a role in acne as well.<\/p>\n
Yes, commonly teens suffer from acne, but more and more adults are beginning to suffer or continue to suffer from acne. As stated above, there are many factors that can cause acne even in the adult years.<\/p>\n
Ignoring acne or picking at it can cause serious problems. Scarring can occur on the skin that is irreversible. Not to mention the skin can become overly sensitive or have permanent red marks. Not taking care of your skin properly can have long-lasting emotional effects as well causing depression and reducing ones self-esteem.<\/p>\n
There are six, yes you read that correctly, six different types of pimples.<\/p>\n
If you notice or have any of the above pimples you may have acne or be going through a breakout. Most women experience some form of a breakdown during their menstrual cycle due to the change in hormones in their body. While a lot of men experience breakouts due to physical activity and not cleansing their face properly after a workout or sports.<\/p>\n
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Essential oils have proven time and time again that they are very beneficial in the prevention and reduction of acne. Essential oils are a natural and safe way to cleanse or spot treat those pesky pimples that sometimes seem to pop up out of nowhere. Here are 22 essential oils that can help with acne treatment and prevention.<\/p>\n
Basil: <\/b>Basil essential oil is great in helping to treat the signs and symptoms of acne as well as helping the skin to look brighter and less dull. It is known to help improve the tone of one’s skin while helping to clean the skin due to its antiseptic properties. It can also help to relieve the pain, inflammation and itching that can sometimes be associated with pimples.<\/p>\n
Bergamot: <\/b>Bergamot essential oil has great antiseptic properties which make it perfect for treating acne. It helps to cleanse the skin removing any build-up present. It also helps to heal the skin reducing and preventing scarring which can occur with acne. It also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties that can help in reducing the pain and inflammation of pimples on and in the skin.<\/p>\n
Carrot seed: <\/b>Carrot seed essential oil has antioxidant and antiseptic properties that help to cleanse and detoxify the skin helping the skin feel younger and cleaner. It also helps to reduce and prevent scarring that can occur with acne; helping to soothe, smooth and rejuvenate the skin.<\/p>\n
Chamomile: <\/b>Chamomile essential oil, both Roman and German chamomile essential oils, have antiseptic properties that help to cleanse the skin helping to reduce acne. It also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties which help to reduce the pain and swelling often associated with acne. Chamomile essential oil also helps to reduce scars on the skin creating a more even complexion. It is also great for helping to detoxify the body helping to rid the body of bacteria and harmful toxins that may cause acne.<\/p>\n
Cinnamon: <\/b>Cinnamon essential oil has antiseptic properties which make it great for cleansing the skin and removing dirt and bacteria causing acne from the skin. It also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties which are important in helping to reduce inflammation and pain that can be associated with acne.<\/p>\n
Clary Sage: <\/b>Clary sage essential oil has antiseptic and antibacterial properties which help in reducing and preventing acne on and in the skin. It also helps to reduce inflammation and regulates oil production in the skin helping to reduce oily and dry skin making the skin look younger and suppler.<\/p>\n
Cypress: <\/b>Cypress essential oil has antiseptic properties which make it perfect for treating the symptoms of acne. It helps to cleanse the skin and treat wounds that may be present from acne. It also helps to open up the pores, which is important in helping to clean them out as well as helping to reduce toxins in the body that may cause acne.<\/p>\n
Frankincense: <\/b>Frankincense essential oil is helpful to the skin in a number of ways. It helps to heal the skin by reducing scarring on the skin caused by acne. It also helps to promote younger healthier skin through the regeneration of healthy skin cells and by keeping existing cells and tissue healthy. It also helps to reduce pore size and excessively oily skin.<\/p>\n
Geranium: <\/b>Geranium essential oil is useful in acne treatments due to its antiseptic and antibacterial properties. It helps to cleanse the skin ridding the skin of unwanted bacteria-causing acne. It also helps in reducing scars on the skin which can be caused by acne; stimulating blood flow and healing to the affected area. Germanium essential oil also helps to promote cell growth which is important in reducing scarring on the skin but is also important in helping the skin to look and remain younger.<\/p>\n
Juniper Berry: <\/b>Juniper berry essential oil has antiseptic properties which help in cleansing the skin which helps in reducing acne. It helps to promote blood flow and circulation thus helping to rejuvenate the skin making it look younger and more supple while helping to reduce redness in the skin that can be caused by acne. Juniper berry essential oil also helps to remove toxins from the body while helping to heal wounds that may be causing acne.<\/p>\n
Lavender: <\/b>Lavender essential oil is considered one of the most popular treatments when it comes to acne. Lavender essential oil helps to reduce the build-up of bacteria in or on the skin thus helping to reduce bacteria causing acne. It also helps to reduce oil production which can be a problem during hormone changes in the body. As well it helps to reduce and heal scars on the skin to promote blood circulation and cell growth and regeneration. Lavender essential oil also helps to reduce the pain and inflammation that can occur with acne.<\/p>\n
Lemon: <\/b>Lemon essential oil helps to brighten the skin while helping to treat acne due to its powerful antiseptic properties. It is also great in helping to reduce excess oil on the skin which can cause acne. Lemon essential oil also helps to reduce redness and dark spots on the skin while helping to reduce pore size.<\/p>\n
Lemongrass: <\/b>Lemongrass essential oil has antiseptic properties which help in cleaning the skin to rid the skin of any build-up that may cause acne. It helps in reducing the pain and inflammation associated with acne while helping promote cell regeneration and replacement. It also helps to reduce redness and scars.<\/p>\n
Neroli: <\/b>Neroli essential oil is great for cleansing the skin due to its antiseptic and antibacterial properties.\u00a0 <\/span>It also helps to reduce the scarring and redness that can be caused by acne. Neroli essential oil also helps to improve the look of the skin by promoting cell growth and rejuvenation. It also helps to reduce pore size.<\/p>\n Orange: <\/b>Orange essential oil is great in helping to treat acne. Its antiseptic properties make it great for cleansing the skin helping to get rid of any build-up that may cause acne to form. It also helps to reduce the pain and inflammation that can often be caused by acne. Orange essential oil also helps to smooth and maintain healthy younger looking skin.<\/p>\n Oregano: <\/b>Oregano essential oil is great when it comes to treating the skin and acne. Its antiseptic and antibacterial properties help to clean the skin while its anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce the inflammation often found with pimples.<\/p>\n Patchouli: <\/b>Patchouli essential oil has antiseptic and antibacterial properties which are important in the treatment of acne. These properties are important when it comes to cleansing the skin and ridding the skin of unwanted build-up that causes acne. It also helps to tone the skin helping to reduce redness, lines, and wrinkles that can be caused by acne. Patchouli is also great in helping to heal wounds and scarring that may have been caused by acne by helping to promote and increase blood flow and circulation along with cell regrowth and regeneration.<\/p>\n Rose: <\/b>Rose essential oil has powerful antibacterial properties which help in the fight against acne. It also has antiseptic properties which are also important in helping to cleanse the skin to rid the skin of acne. Rose essential oil has anti-inflammatory properties which help to reduce the inflammation commonly seen in pimples. It also helps to reduce breakouts due to hormonal changes in the body. Finally rose essential oil helps to rejuvenate the skin while reducing redness and scarring making it look smooth, young and supple.<\/p>\n Rosemary: <\/b>Rosemary essential oil helps to reduce inflammation, redness and oil production while promoting circulation and cellular regrowth to give the skin a more youthful glow. All of these properties work together to revitalize the skin helping to keep it acne free while firming and toning it to make it look younger and more supple.<\/p>\n Tea Tree: <\/b>Tea tree essential oil is one of the most popular essential oils when it comes to acne treatment. Tea tree essential oils antibacterial and antiseptic properties make it great for cleansing the skin. It also helps to reduce inflammation and heals acne sores or wounds on the skin. It also helps to regulate oil production which can help in reducing acne breakouts.<\/p>\n Thyme: <\/b>Thyme essential oil has antiseptic properties which help in the treatment of acne. Its antibacterial properties are also important in the treatment of acne and prevention of bacteria breakouts. Thyme essential oil helps in reducing redness and scarring that can be caused by acne. It also helps in healing wounds and sores that may be caused by acne breakouts.<\/p>\n Ylang ylang: <\/b>Ylang ylang essential oil is great in helping the skin to look and feel younger. It also has antimicrobial and astringent properties which help in reducing oil production and bacterial causing breakouts. Ylang ylang also helps to promote cellular regeneration and growth.<\/p>\n There are a number of ways in which to use essential oils, but when it comes to the treatment of acne topically is the best form to use.<\/p>\n Here are a few ideas you may want to try with any of the above essential oils:<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/EOS-75.jpg\")
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